---
title: "Year of the Rabbit"
year: 2019
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/year-of-the-rabbit-2019"
media_type: "tv"
tmdb_id: 90184
imdb_id: "tt8530456"
status: "Canceled"
seasons_count: 1
episodes_count: 6
runtime_minutes: 25
community_rating: 7.0
vote_count: 60
content_rating: "TV-14"
---

# Year of the Rabbit (2019) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/year-of-the-rabbit-2019

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Year of the Rabbit is a British television sitcom created by Kevin Cecil and Andy Riley. The series began broadcasting on Channel 4 on 10 June 2019 and is set in London in 1887.

The show follows a group of Victorian detectives, including Detective Inspector Rabbit, a hardened booze-hound. The series incorporates elements of comedy, crime, action, adventure, and mystery.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A hardened booze-hound detective navigates the dark heart of Victorian London."

### Why Watch
- Features a cast including Matt Berry and Freddie Fox
- Combines comedy with crime and action elements
- Set in the historical period of 1887 London

### Caveats & Content Note
- The series is rated TV-14
- Tone & Suitability: This TV-14 comedy and crime series features action and mystery set in the 1880s.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #victorian-london, #british-sitcom, #crime-comedy, #period-detective, #action-adventure, #mystery

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Britbox Apple TV channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Shout! Factory Amazon Channel | Darkroom | Amazon Video |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Channel 4 | Channel 4 | Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Britbox Apple TV channel | Tubi TV | None |

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Matt Berry** as *Detective Inspector Rabbit*
- **Freddie Fox** as *Detective Sergeant Wilbur Strauss*
- **Susan Wokoma** as *Mabel Wisbech*
- **Alun Armstrong** as *Chief Inspector Hugh Wisbech*
- **Paul Kaye** as *Detective Inspector Tanner*
- **Ann Mitchell** as *Gwen*
- **Keeley Hawes** as *Lydia*
- **David Dawson** as *Joseph Merrick, The Elephant Man*
- **Amar Chadha-Patel** as *Sergeant Keith Carnival*
- **David Webber** as *Newspaper Vendor*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream Year of the Rabbit?
The series began broadcasting on Channel 4.

### Q: Is Year of the Rabbit worth watching?
The series features a cast including Matt Berry, Freddie Fox, Susan Wokoma, Alun Armstrong, and Paul Kaye.

### Q: How long is the binge duration?
The first series consists of 6 episodes.

### Q: What are the essential episodes?
The series contains 6 episodes in its first series.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Year of the Rabbit — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/tv/90184)
- [Year of the Rabbit (TV series) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Year_of_the_Rabbit_(TV_series))
- [Year of the Rabbit (TV Series 2019) - Cast & Crew — The Movie ...](https://www.themoviedb.org/tv/90184-year-of-the-rabbit/cast)
- [Full Year Of The Rabbit cast & crew - British Comedy Guide](https://www.comedy.co.uk/tv/year_of_the_rabbit/cast_crew/full/)
- [Year of the Rabbit (TV series) - Wikiwand](https://www.wikiwand.com/en/Year_of_the_Rabbit_(TV_series))
- [TV News Roundup: 'Year of the Rabbit' Renewed for Season 2](https://variety.com/)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*