Wycliffe 1994
What is Wycliffe?
Wycliffe is a British television series based on the novels by W. J.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1994
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 36
- Runtime
- 50 minutes
- First aired
- Jul 24, 1994
- Last aired
- Jul 6, 1998
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- GB
- Networks
- ITV1
- Genres
- Crime, Drama
- Updated
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Overview
Wycliffe is a British television series based on the novels by W. J. Burley that centers on the investigations of Detective Superintendent Charles Wycliffe. Produced by HTV and broadcast on the ITV Network, the program began with a pilot episode on 7 August 1993, followed by a series run from 24 July 1994 until 5 July 1998. The production was filmed on location in Cornwall, utilizing a production office based in Truro. Jack Shepherd stars in the title role, supported by characters DI Doug Kersey and DI Lucy Lane. Each episode of the series focuses on a murder investigation. The musical score for the program was composed by Nigel Hess, whose work on the series received the Royal Television Society award for best television theme. The show serves as a dramatic adaptation of Burley's literary works, documenting the procedural efforts of the lead detective and his team as they navigate criminal cases within the region.
Should you watch it?
“Detective Superintendent Charles Wycliffe investigates murder cases set against the backdrop of Cornwall.”
- scenic cornish locations
- award-winning musical theme
- episodic murder mystery structure
Watch it if you enjoy traditional British detective dramas set in rural landscapes.
The series focuses on murder investigations and contains crime-related themes.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 6 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 The Four Jacks Jul 24, 1994
- E2 The Dead Flautist Jul 30, 1994
- E3 The Scapegoat Aug 7, 1994
- E4 The Tangled Web Aug 14, 1994
- E5 The Last Rites Aug 21, 1994
- E6 The Pea-Green Boat Aug 28, 1994
Season 2 · 8 episodes
- E1 All for Love Jun 18, 1995
- E2 The Trojan Horse Jun 25, 1995
- E3 Charades Jul 2, 1995
- E4 Lost Contact Jul 9, 1995
- E5 Four and Twenty Blackbirds Jul 16, 1995
- E6 Happy Families Jul 23, 1995
- E7 Wild Oats Jul 30, 1995
- E8 Breaking Point Aug 6, 1995
Season 3 · 8 episodes
- E1 Dead on Arrival Jun 9, 1996
- E2 Number of the Beast Jun 16, 1996
- E3 Slave of Duty Jul 7, 1996
- E4 Total Loss Jul 14, 1996
- E5 Crazy for You Jul 21, 1996
- E6 Faith Jul 28, 1996
- E7 Last Judgement Aug 4, 1996
- E8 Old Habits Aug 11, 1996
Season 4 · 8 episodes
- E1 Strangers Jun 29, 1997
- E2 Close to Home Jul 6, 1997
- E3 On Account Jul 13, 1997
- E4 Lone Voyager Jul 20, 1997
- E5 Seen a Ghost Jul 17, 1997
- E6 Bad Blood Aug 3, 1997
- E7 To Sup with the Devil Aug 10, 1997
- E8 Old Crimes, New Times Aug 17, 1997
Season 5 · 6 episodes
- E1 On Offer May 17, 1998
- E2 Time Out May 24, 1998
- E3 Standing Stone
- E4 Feeding the Rat Jul 6, 1998
- E5 Scope Jun 21, 1998
- E6 Land's End Jul 5, 1998
Frequently asked questions
Who plays the lead character?
Jack Shepherd plays Detective Superintendent Charles Wycliffe.
Where was the series filmed?
The show was filmed in Cornwall with a production office based in Truro.
When did the series air?
The series aired on the ITV Network between 24 July 1994 and 5 July 1998.
Who composed the music?
Nigel Hess composed the music and received a Royal Television Society award for the theme.
Who are Wycliffe's assistants?
He is assisted by DI Doug Kersey and DI Lucy Lane.