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Pie in the Sky

1994·Show
40Episodes in5Seasons
80
GreatGoodWatch score

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A , comedy series: .

Good for date night · family movie night · friends night

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Pie in the Sky is a British offbeat police comedy drama programme starring Richard Griffiths and Maggie Steed, created by Andrew Payne and first broadcast in five series on BBC1 between 13 March 1994 and 17 August 1997 as well as being syndicated on other channels in other countries, including the Australian Broadcasting Corporation. The series departs slightly from other police dramas in that the protagonist, Henry Crabbe, while still being an on-duty policeman, is also the head chef of the title restaurant set in the fictional town of Middleton and county of Westershire.
British Police Procedural ComedyCulinary WhodunitCozy Mystery VibesRichard Griffiths PerformanceDual-Life ProtagonistLight-hearted Drama90s BBC CharmGourmet Food FocusSmall-town SettingComfort TV

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Is Pie in the Sky worth watching?

80
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 80 (IMDb 7.7).

Is Pie in the Sky okay for kids?

Yes: the viewing guide lists it for kids.

How long does it take to watch Pie in the Sky?

33 h

About 33 hours: 40 episodes in 5 seasons of about 50 minutes each, aired from 1994 to 1997.

Will Pie in the Sky make me laugh?

Funny

Yes: the humor is mostly situational comedy (9 of 10) and sharp wit (7 of 10).

Can I half-watch Pie in the Sky?

Easy watchDemanding

Yes: it's easy to follow, with complexity at only 4 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it good for background watching.

What tropes does Pie in the Sky use?

The Exotic DetectiveNever My FaultGold DiggerBig EaterThe Killer Was Left-HandedDelinquent HairWorthless Treasure TwistBusman's HolidayBait-and-SwitchOld Cop, Young CopBeleaguered Childhood FriendSuicide, Not Murderand 39 more

TV Tropes lists 51 tropes for it, including The Exotic Detective, Never My Fault, and Gold Digger.