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Shakespeare & Hathaway - Private Investigators 2018

★ 7.2/10 · 45 votes TV-PG ComedyDramaMystery 5 seasons · 50 eps Returning Series
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What is Shakespeare & Hathaway - Private Investigators?

Shakespeare & Hathaway - Private Investigators is a British television series that premiered in 2018. The show features an unlikely pairing of private detectives working in the rural setting of Warwickshire.

Type
TV series
Year
2018
Status
Returning Series
Episodes
50
Runtime
45 minutes
First aired
Feb 26, 2018
Last aired
Sep 24, 2025
Original language
EN
Origin
GB
Networks
BBC One, U&Alibi
Genres
Comedy, Drama, Mystery
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Overview

Shakespeare & Hathaway - Private Investigators is a British television series that premiered in 2018. The show features an unlikely pairing of private detectives working in the rural setting of Warwickshire. Frank Hathaway is a seasoned investigator with a no-nonsense approach, while Lu Shakespeare is a newcomer to the field. Together, they tackle cases involving the residents of their local community, uncovering secrets and solving mysteries. The series was created by Paul Matthew Thompson and Jude Tindall. It stars Mark Benton as Frank Hathaway and Jo Joyner as Luella Shakespeare. The show also features Patrick Walshe McBride and Amber Agar in recurring roles. The program airs on BBC One and has been categorized as a comedy drama. The first series consisted of ten episodes, with both lead actors appearing in all episodes. The show's setting includes the town of Stratford-upon-Avon. It has continued beyond its initial season, remaining on air through at least 2025.

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Should you watch it?

“A hardboiled private investigator and a rookie sidekick form an unlikely partnership in rural Warwickshire.”

Reasons to watch
  • unlikely duo dynamic
  • rural setting
  • mystery solving
Keep in mind
  • episodic format
  • light tone

Watch it if you enjoy lighthearted mysteries featuring an investigative partnership.

The series features a lighthearted tone suitable for general audiences.

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Season 1 · 10 episodes Open the complete Season 1 guide →
Season 2 · 10 episodes
Season 3 · 10 episodes
Season 4 · 10 episodes
Season 5 · 10 episodes

Frequently asked questions

Who are the main characters?

The series follows private investigator Frank Hathaway and his rookie sidekick Lu Shakespeare.

What is the setting?

The show is set in rural Warwickshire.

What is the premise?

The two leads form an unlikely partnership to investigate the secrets of local residents.

What is the tone?

The series maintains a lighthearted approach to its investigative stories.

What is the show about?

It focuses on the partnership between a hardboiled investigator and a rookie as they solve mysteries.