The Thin Blue Line 1995
What is The Thin Blue Line?
The British television series "The Thin Blue Line" is a sitcom that aired on the BBC. The show is set in a police station and stars Rowan Atkinson.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1995
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 14
- Runtime
- 29 minutes
- First aired
- Nov 13, 1995
- Last aired
- Dec 23, 1996
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- GB
- Networks
- BBC One
- Genres
- Comedy, Crime
- Updated
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Overview
The British television series "The Thin Blue Line" is a sitcom that aired on the BBC. The show is set in a police station and stars Rowan Atkinson. It was written by Ben Elton. The series ran for two series on the BBC.
Should you watch it?
“A witty police station comedy starring Rowan Atkinson balances humor with everyday law‑enforcement chaos.”
- Rowan Atkinson leads with his signature comedic style
- Ben Elton’s writing adds clever satire
- The police station setting offers relatable workplace humor
- Only two series were produced, limiting episode count
- Some jokes may feel dated to modern viewers
Watch it if you enjoy British workplace comedies with sharp wit and a charismatic lead.
The series is a light‑hearted TV‑PG comedy suitable for general audiences, featuring mild humor and no explicit content.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 7 episodes
- E1 The Queen's Birthday Present Nov 13, 1995
- E2 Fire and Terror Nov 20, 1995
- E3 Honey Trap Nov 27, 1995
- E4 Rag Week Dec 4, 1995
- E5 Night Shift Dec 11, 1995
- E6 Kids Today Dec 18, 1995
- E7 Yuletide Spirit Dec 26, 1995
Season 2 · 7 episodes
- E1 Court in the Act Nov 14, 1996
- E2 Ism Ism Ism Nov 21, 1996
- E3 Fly on the Wall Nov 28, 1996
- E4 Alternative Culture Dec 5, 1996
- E5 Come on You Blues Dec 12, 1996
- E6 Road Rage Dec 19, 1996
- E7 The Green Eyed Monster Dec 23, 1996
Frequently asked questions
Who is the main star of The Thin Blue Line?
The show stars British comedian Rowan Atkinson as the lead character.
When was The Thin Blue Line originally broadcast?
It aired on the BBC for two series from 1995 to 1996.
How many series does the show have?
The series ran for two series.
Who wrote The Thin Blue Line?
The sitcom was written by Ben Elton.
What is the setting of the series?
The comedy is set in a police station.