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Maigret

1992 – 1993Show2 seasons12 episodes

CrimeDrama
77
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb7.8

A slow-burning, intriguing drama series about crime and mystery, with standout performances and characters.

Good for family movie night · friends night · teens

Skip it if you want fast pacing

Where to watch

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Not for laughs or adrenaline.

Shows with

Episodes

2 seasons · 12 episodes · best: S1E6 "Maigret Sets a Trap" 7.9

Episodes

7.7
7.6

Story

Based on the novels by Georges Simenon, Michael Gambon plays the eponymous detective from the Sûreté in this 1992 revival of the 1960s BBC drama series. Maigret is an intuitutive detective, who investigates his cases by watching and listening, getting to know everyone on his list of suspects until someone makes a slip or breaks down and confesses.

Feels like

  • Classic Detective Drama
  • Character-Driven Mystery
  • Atmospheric Period Piece
  • Psychological Intrigue
  • Slow-Burn Crime
  • Nuanced Performances
  • Parisian Ambiance
  • Intuitive Investigation
  • Human Condition Exploration

Cast

24 of 59 · most episodes first

Crew

Directors
John Glenister, James Cellan Jones, John Strickland
Written by
Georges Simenon, Alan Plater
Produced by
Rebecca Eaton, Paul Marcus, Jonathan Alwyn
Music by
Nigel Hess

Everyone

Pick a department, or search for a name or a job (“editor”, “stunt”).

Facts

February 9, 1992 · April 18, 1993 · Ended

First aired
February 9, 1992
Last aired
April 18, 1993
Status
Ended
Length
2 seasons · 12 episodes
Content
Violence, Disturbing Imagery
Genres
Drama, Crime
Original language
English
Made in
United Kingdom, Hungary
Available in
5 countries

Tropes

Direct Line to the Author, Bruno Cremer, Serial Killer Baiting +9

  • Direct Line to the Author
  • Bruno Cremer
  • Serial Killer Baiting
  • Number Two
  • Clear My Name
  • Shown Their Work
  • Continuity Reboot
  • Sidekick
  • Richard Harris
  • Distinguished Gentleman's Pipe
  • Artistic License – Law Enforcement
  • Case Closed

12 of 50 tropes. From TV Tropes.

Q&A

5 questions, like "Where can I stream Maigret?"

Questions about Maigret

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Maigret?

BritboxThe RokuBritBoxShout! Factory

In the United States, Maigret streams on Britbox, BritBox, and Shout! Factory, and it is free with ads on The Roku. It also streams in 1 other country.

Is Maigret worth watching?

77
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 77 (IMDb 7.8).

Is Maigret okay for kids?

ViolenceDisturbing imagery

Yes: its content advisories are violence and disturbing imagery, and the viewing guide lists it for family nights.

How long does it take to watch Maigret?

12 h

About 12 hours: 12 episodes in 2 seasons of about 60 minutes each, aired from 1992 to 1993.

What tropes does Maigret use?

Direct Line to the AuthorBruno CremerSerial Killer BaitingNumber TwoClear My NameShown Their WorkContinuity RebootSidekickRichard HarrisDistinguished Gentleman's PipeArtistic License – Law EnforcementCase Closedand 38 more

TV Tropes lists 50 tropes for it, including Direct Line to the Author, Bruno Cremer, and Serial Killer Baiting.