Strike 2017
What is Strike?
The television series "Strike" is a British crime drama that follows a war veteran turned private detective operating out of a tiny office in London's Denmark Street. The series is based on a book series written by J.K.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2017
- Status
- Returning Series
- Episodes
- 19
- First aired
- Aug 27, 2017
- Last aired
- Dec 24, 2024
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- GB
- Networks
- BBC One
- Genres
- Crime, Drama, Mystery
- Updated
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Estimate the schedule using 19 episodes and an average 45-minute runtime.
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Overview
The television series "Strike" is a British crime drama that follows a war veteran turned private detective operating out of a tiny office in London's Denmark Street. The series is based on a book series written by J.K. Rowling under the pseudonym Robert Galbraith. The detective's unique background and insight prove crucial in solving complex crimes that have baffled the police. The series is classified as a crime, drama, and mystery television show, rated TV-MA.
Should you watch it?
“A battle-scarred ex-military investigator solves intricate crimes in London.”
- Compelling lead character with military background
- Intricately plotted mysteries based on J.K. Rowling's novels
- Atmospheric London setting enhances storytelling
- Slow pacing may deter some viewers
- Violence and trauma depicted may be disturbing
You enjoy character-driven crime dramas with military themes.
Contains depictions of war trauma, violence, and mature themes.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 3 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 Episode 1 Aug 27, 2017
- E2 Episode 2 Aug 28, 2017
- E3 Episode 3 Sep 3, 2017
Season 2 · 2 episodes
- E1 Episode 1 Sep 10, 2017
- E2 Episode 2 Sep 17, 2017
Season 3 · 2 episodes
- E1 Episode 1 Feb 25, 2018
- E2 Episode 2 Mar 4, 2018
Season 4 · 4 episodes
- E1 Episode 1 Aug 30, 2020
- E2 Episode 2 Aug 31, 2020
- E3 Episode 3 Sep 6, 2020
- E4 Episode 4 Sep 13, 2020
Season 5 · 4 episodes
- E1 Episode 1 Dec 11, 2022
- E2 Episode 2 Dec 12, 2022
- E3 Episode 3 Dec 18, 2022
- E4 Episode 4 Dec 19, 2022
Frequently asked questions
Is this based on Harry Potter?
No, it is based on novels by J.K. Rowling writing under a pseudonym.
Where is it set?
The series is set in London, specifically in Denmark Street.
What kind of crimes are investigated?
The main character solves complex crimes that have baffled local police.
Is the main character a police officer?
No, he is a private detective and former military police investigator.
Are the books and show connected?
Yes, the television series is adapted from the bestselling novel series.