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The Thin Blue Line 1995

★ 7.2/10 · 113 votes TV-PG ComedyCrime 2 seasons · 14 eps Ended
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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
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84 /100 Solid Watch
⚡ Pacing & Momentum8.7/10
🧠 Narrative Depth7.7/10
🔄 Rewatch Potential8.9/10
🎬 Production Scale8.2/10
🎯 Bingeable Series #Comedy #Crime
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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.

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“A witty police station comedy starring Rowan Atkinson balances humor with everyday law‑enforcement chaos.”

Reasons to watch
  • Rowan Atkinson leads with his signature comedic style
  • Ben Elton’s writing adds clever satire
  • The police station setting offers relatable workplace humor
Keep in mind
  • 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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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.

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