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Wild Cards 2024

“Cop meets con.”

Status
Returning Series
First Aired
January 10, 2024
Last Aired
April 8, 2026
Format
3 seasons · 33 eps
Total Runtime
~24.8 hours (45 min/ep)
Highest Rated Episode
S3E10 "Now You Steal Me" (★ 8.5/10)
Created By
Michael Konyves
Network
CBC Television
Where to Stream
Amazon Prime Video, YouTube TV, Amazon Prime Video with Ads
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★ TMDB users: 7.2/10 from 66 votes TV-14 DramaComedyMysteryCrime 3 seasons · 33 eps Returning Series
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★ 7.2/10
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What is Wild Cards?

Wild Cards is a Canadian police procedural television series co-produced by the Canadian CBC Television network and American network The CW. The series premiered on January 10, 2024, in Canada, followed by its U.S.

Type
TV series
Year
2024
Status
Returning Series
Episodes
33
Runtime
45 minutes
First aired
Jan 10, 2024
Last aired
Apr 8, 2026
Original language
EN
Origin
CA
Networks
CBC Television
Genres
Drama, Comedy, Mystery, Crime
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Rating
★ TMDB users: 7.2/10 from 66 votes
Format
3 seasons · 33 episodes
Episode runtime
~45 minutes
Status
Returning Series
Network
CBC Television
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Overview

Wild Cards is a Canadian police procedural television series co-produced by the Canadian CBC Television network and American network The CW. The series premiered on January 10, 2024, in Canada, followed by its U.S. premiere on January 17, 2024. It was created by Michael Konyves and features a cast including Vanessa Morgan, Giacomo Gianniotti, Terry Chen, and Amy Goodmurphy. The series follows a spirited con woman and a demoted by-the-book detective who are given the chance to redeem themselves by working together to solve crimes, utilizing their unique skills. On May 23, 2024, the series was renewed for a second season, which premiered on January 8. The show's premise brings together two characters with different approaches to achieve a common goal, making for an interesting partnership. The series has been picked up for multiple seasons, indicating a positive reception.

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Should you watch it?

“A spirited con woman and a demoted detective team up to solve crimes for redemption.”

Reasons to watch
  • compelling character dynamic
  • unique problem-solving methods
Keep in mind
  • unconventional partnership
  • high-stakes pressure

Watch it if you enjoy shows about unlikely partners solving mysteries together.

The series features crime-solving themes and professional conflict.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the premise of the show?

A con woman and a detective must collaborate to solve crimes.

Why are the main characters working together?

They are both seeking a chance to redeem themselves.

What kind of detective is the male lead?

He is a demoted, by-the-book detective.

What is the con woman's personality like?

She is described as spirited.

How do they solve crimes?

They use their unique, individual skills to work together.

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