Jericho

2005·Show
4Episodes in1Season
69
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb7.4Metacritic488.1Rotten Tomatoes54%85%

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Jericho fingerprint

High energy, immersive world.

Energy

Tense

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension8
  • Violence6
  • Adrenaline5

Heart

Moving and melancholic

  • Pathos7
  • Melancholy7
  • Nostalgia6

Humor

Some sharp wit and dark humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay7
  • Dark Humor5
  • Situational Comedy3

World

History, crime, and mystery

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion9
  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout performances, characters, and direction

  • Acting9
  • Character Depth9
  • Direction8

Style

Standout cinematography

  • Cinematography8
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchBinge-FriendlyThought-Provoking

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You want fast pacing

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About

Jericho is an ITV British crime drama series which was transmitted in 2005. It was created and written by Stewart Harcourt and starred Robert Lindsay as Detective Inspector Michael Jericho, who is loved by the public but who is embarrassed by his status as a hero. The series was set in London in 1958.
British Period CrimeDetective Drama1950s LondonGritty MysteryCharacter-Driven InvestigationAtmosphericSocial UndercurrentsNoir-esqueIntriguing CasesPsychological Depth

Crew

Directed by:
Diarmuid Lawrence
Produced by:
Rebecca Eaton, Damien Timmer, Michele Buck

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Jericho

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Jericho legally?

PrimeThe RokuHooplaPlexAmazon Prime Video Free with AdsFawesomeTubi TV

Jericho is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, Hoopla, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla, Plex, and Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Jericho worth watching?

69
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 70/100 (IMDb 7.4, Rotten Tomatoes 54%, and Metacritic 48). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Jericho rated?

ViolenceStrong languageDisturbing imagery

Content advisories: violence, strong language, and disturbing imagery.

How many seasons does Jericho have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 4 episodes.

Do critics and audiences agree on Jericho?

Critics51
Audiences80

Not quite. Audiences rate Jericho higher (80) than critics (51). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

When did Jericho air?

It ran from 2005 to 2005 and has ended.

What language is Jericho in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.

In how many countries can I watch Jericho?

2CAUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Jericho in 2 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Jericho use?

Private Military ContractorsChekhov's SkillThe End of the BeginningThe AtonerDivided States of AmericaDefrosting Ice QueenEnhance ButtonIronic EchoDisaster DemocracyThe Main Characters Do EverythingHidden Elf VillageTake Our Word for Itand 110 more

TV Tropes lists 122 storytelling tropes for Jericho, including Private Military Contractors, Chekhov's Skill, The End of the Beginning.

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