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Out of the Blue

1995 – 1996Show2 seasons12 episodes

CrimeDrama
77
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb7.5

A tense, intriguing crime series about everyday modern life and crime, with standout characters.

Good for friends night · binge-friendly · thought-provoking

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Not for warmth, comfort or laughs.

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Episodes

2 seasons · 12 episodes · best: S2E1 "Fake" 8.2

Episodes

7.6
8.0

Story

THE HARD-HITTING BBC ONE POLICE DRAMA

Ambitious DS Franky Drinkall's life is turned upside down when he is diagnosed with epilepsy. His refusal to accept his condition leads him into a downward spiral and ultimately to his demise. DS Rebecca Bennett gives an ever-present emotional charge as she finds herself the subject of both PC Holder's and DC Allen's affections.

Feels like

  • Gritty Crime Drama
  • Police Procedural
  • Character-Driven
  • Urban Underbelly
  • Moral Ambiguity
  • Detective Series
  • Social Realism
  • Interpersonal Conflict
  • Intense Investigations

Cast

24 of 65 · most episodes first

Crew

Directors
Richard Standeven, Julian Farino, David Richards
Written by
Peter Bowker, Bill Gallagher
Produced by
Laura Mackie, Jo Wright

Everyone

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

Facts

May 23, 1995 · September 9, 1996 · Ended

First aired
May 23, 1995
Last aired
September 9, 1996
Status
Ended
Length
2 seasons · 12 episodes
Content
Violence, Disturbing Imagery
Genres
Crime, Drama
Original language
English
Made in
United Kingdom
Available in
1 country

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3 questions, like "Where can I stream Out of the Blue?"

Questions about Out of the Blue

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is Out of the Blue worth watching?

77
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 77 (IMDb 7.5).

How long does it take to watch Out of the Blue?

10 h

About 10 hours: 12 episodes in 2 seasons of about 50 minutes each, aired from 1995 to 1996.