Prime Suspect 1991
What is Prime Suspect?
Prime Suspect is a British police procedural television series that follows the story of a female detective. The series stars Helen Mirren as Jane Tennison, a Detective Inspector who rises to the rank of Detective Superintendent in Greater London's Metropolitan Police Service.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1991
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 15
- First aired
- Apr 7, 1991
- Last aired
- Oct 22, 2006
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- GB
- Networks
- ITV1
- Genres
- Crime, Drama, Mystery
- Updated
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Prime Suspect is a British police procedural television series that follows the story of a female detective. The series stars Helen Mirren as Jane Tennison, a Detective Inspector who rises to the rank of Detective Superintendent in Greater London's Metropolitan Police Service. The show was devised by Lynda La Plante and broadcast on ITV. It features a female police detective investigating a series of serial murders while dealing with sexist hostility from her male colleagues. The series explores the challenges faced by a woman in a male-dominated profession. Prime Suspect was broadcast between 1991 and 2006 and consists of a series of episodes that showcase the detective's skills and determination. The show has been made available on various platforms, including Prime Video.
Should you watch it?
“Detective Inspector Jane Tennison fights to prove her professional capabilities within a male-dominated police force.”
- compelling lead performance
- authentic police procedural
- slow-paced narrative
- bleak atmosphere
Watch it if you enjoy character-driven crime dramas focused on workplace politics and investigative detail.
The series contains mature themes and realistic depictions of police investigations.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 2 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 Price to Pay (1) Apr 7, 1991
- E2 Price to Pay (2) Apr 8, 1991
Season 2 · 2 episodes
- E1 Operation Nadine (1) Dec 15, 1992
- E2 Operation Nadine (2) Dec 16, 1992
Season 3 · 2 episodes
- E1 The Keeper of Souls (1) Dec 19, 1993
- E2 The Keeper of Souls (2) Dec 20, 1993
Season 4 · 3 episodes
- E1 The Lost Child Apr 30, 1995
- E2 Inner Circles May 7, 1995
- E3 The Scent of Darkness May 15, 1995
Season 5 · 2 episodes
- E1 Errors of Judgement (1) Oct 20, 1996
- E2 Errors of Judgement (2) Oct 21, 1996
Frequently asked questions
Who is the main character?
The series centers on Detective Inspector Jane Tennison.
What is the premise of the show?
A skilled detective inspector works to establish her authority in a male-dominated environment.
Is this a police procedural?
Yes, the series follows the investigative work of a detective inspector.
What is the tone of the series?
The show is characterized by a gritty and intense atmosphere.
What challenges does the protagonist face?
The lead character must battle to prove herself while working in a male-dominated world.