New Tricks 2004
What is New Tricks?
New Tricks is a British comedy-drama television series that follows the work of a special squad within the Metropolitan Police Service. The series was produced by Wall to Wall Television for the BBC between 2003 and 2014, and later by Headstrong Pictures.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2004
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 107
- Runtime
- 60 minutes
- First aired
- Jan 1, 2004
- Last aired
- Oct 6, 2015
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- GB
- Networks
- BBC One
- Genres
- Drama, Comedy
- Updated
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New Tricks is a British comedy-drama television series that follows the work of a special squad within the Metropolitan Police Service. The series was produced by Wall to Wall Television for the BBC between 2003 and 2014, and later by Headstrong Pictures. It was originally led by Detective Superintendent Sandra Pullman and features a team of retired police officers who reinvestigate unsolved crimes. The show was broadcast in at least 25 countries and was also available on DVD and via online streaming. The series had different versions, including a 60-minute unedited version for the BBC and a shorter version for international audiences. New Tricks was created by Nigel McCrery and Roy Mitchell and features a cast including Dennis Waterman, Amanda Redman, Alun Armstrong, and James Bolam. The show's concept involves using modern technology and techniques to investigate old cases.
Should you watch it?
“Retired police officers are recruited to reinvestigate cold cases for the Metropolitan Police Service.”
- engaging premise
- character-driven storytelling
- focuses on cold cases
Watch it if you enjoy British crime dramas featuring veteran investigators solving long-standing mysteries.
The series contains themes related to criminal investigations and police work.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 7 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 Pilot: The Chinese Job Jan 1, 2004
- E2 ID Parade Apr 1, 2004
- E3 Painting on Loan Apr 8, 2004
- E4 1984 Apr 15, 2004
- E5 Good Work Rewarded Apr 22, 2004
- E6 Home Truths Apr 29, 2004
- E7 Talking to the Dead May 6, 2004
Season 2 · 8 episodes
- E1 A Delicate Touch May 9, 2005
- E2 Family Business May 16, 2005
- E3 Trust Me May 23, 2005
- E4 Old and Cold May 30, 2005
- E5 Creative Problem Solving Jun 6, 2005
- E6 Eyes Down for a Full House Jun 13, 2005
- E7 Fluke Of Luck Jun 20, 2005
- E8 17 Years of Nothing Jun 27, 2005
Season 3 · 8 episodes
- E1 Lady's Pleasure Apr 17, 2006
- E2 Dockers Apr 24, 2006
- E3 Old Dogs May 1, 2006
- E4 Diamond Geezers May 8, 2006
- E5 Wicca Work May 15, 2006
- E6 Bank Robbery May 22, 2006
- E7 Ice-Cream Wars May 29, 2006
- E8 Congratulations Jun 5, 2006
Season 4 · 8 episodes
- E1 Casualty Apr 9, 2007
- E2 God's Waiting Room Apr 16, 2007
- E3 Ducking & Diving Apr 23, 2007
- E4 Nine Lives Apr 30, 2007
- E5 Powerhouse May 7, 2007
- E6 Buried Treasure May 14, 2007
- E7 Father's Pride May 21, 2007
- E8 Big Topped May 28, 2007
Season 5 · 8 episodes
- E1 Spare Parts Jul 7, 2008
- E2 The Final Curtain Jul 14, 2008
- E3 A Face For Radio Jul 21, 2008
- E4 Loyalties and Royalties Jul 28, 2008
- E5 Couldn't Organise One Aug 4, 2008
- E6 Magic Majestic Aug 11, 2008
- E7 Communal Living Aug 18, 2008
- E8 Mad Dogs Aug 25, 2008
Frequently asked questions
What is the show about?
It follows a team of retired police officers who reinvestigate unsolved crimes for the Metropolitan Police Service.
What is the genre?
It is a British comedy-drama.
Who leads the team?
The squad was originally led by Detective Superintendent Sandra Pullman.
What is the team called?
They are known as the Unsolved Crime and Open Case Squad.
Where is the show set?
The series is set in the United Kingdom.