Ellis

2024·Show
7Episodes in2Seasons·TV-MA
73
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb7.4Metacritic––Rotten Tomatoes–88%

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Ellis fingerprint

High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Tense

  • Tension8
  • Fast Pace6
  • Violence6

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Pathos4
  • Melancholy3
  • Hopefulness3

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Cringe Humor2
  • Dark Humor2

World

Everyday modern life, crime, and mystery

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout performances

  • Acting8
  • Intrigue8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Sound Centrality7

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFriends NightPartner WatchSolo WatchBinge-FriendlyDrop-in FriendlyThought-Provoking

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About

DCI Ellis, a tenacious cop, is parachuted into failing investigations alongside her partner DS Harper. Each case will bring her to a different police station where she'll have to not only immerse herself in the case, but also win over the local police.
British Police ProceduralGritty Crime DramaIntriguing MysteryCharacter-Driven InvestigationContemporary RealismStrategic StorytellingIndependent EpisodesSharp Dialogue

Crew

Directed by:
Edward Bazalgette, Nick Hurran, Ryan Tohill
Written by:
Sian Ejiwunmi-Le Berre, Paul Logue, Jessica Ruston

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Ellis

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Where can I stream Ellis legally?

PrimeHooplaAcorn TVAcornTVSpectrum On Demand

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

Is Ellis worth watching?

73
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 74/100 (IMDb 7.4). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Ellis rated?

TV-MAViolenceStrong language

It's rated TV-MA in the United States. Content advisories: violence and strong language.

How many seasons does Ellis have?

2 seasons

It has 2 seasons with 7 episodes and is still in production.

When did Ellis air?

It started in 2024 and is still in production.

What language is Ellis in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom, United States.

In how many countries can I watch Ellis?

8AUCAESGBIENLNZUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Ellis in 8 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Ellis use?

Forged MessageSecret RelationshipMarket-Based TitleEven Evil Has StandardsKarma HoudiniColliding Criminal ConspiraciesEmbarrassing AlibiLook Both WaysCrime After CrimeAbortion Fallout DramaAccidental MurderInspector Lestradeand 7 more

TV Tropes lists 19 storytelling tropes for Ellis, including Forged Message, Secret Relationship, Market-Based Title.

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