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Single-Handed

2007·Show
12Episodes in4Seasons
71
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Strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Tense

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension7
  • Violence6
  • Adrenaline5

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Melancholy6
  • Family Dynamics6
  • Pathos5

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Dark Humor4
  • Satire & Parody2

World

Everyday modern life, crime, and society

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Intrigue8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

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About

Single-Handed is an Irish television drama series, first broadcast on RTÉ Television in 2007. Set and filmed in the west of Ireland, it focuses on the life of a member of the Garda Síochána, Sergeant Jack Driscoll. Three two-episode, single-story series aired one each on consecutive nights in 2007, 2008 and 2009. Series Four, consisting of three stories told over six episodes, began in RTÉ One November 2010. The series is partially inspired by garda corruption in County Donegal.
Gritty Irish Crime DramaPolice ProceduralRural SettingCorruption ThemesSlow Burn InvestigationCharacter-DrivenSocially RelevantRealistic PortrayalIntense Storytelling

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Sequels and Prequels

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Questions about Single-Handed

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Where can I stream Single-Handed legally?

Single-Handed is included with a subscription to Acorn TV and Spectrum On Demand 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, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Single-Handed worth watching?

71
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 72/100 (IMDb 7.5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Single-Handed rated?

ViolenceStrong languageDisturbing imagery

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

How many seasons does Single-Handed have?

4 seasons

It has 4 seasons with 12 episodes of about 60 minutes each.

When did Single-Handed air?

It ran from 2007 to 2010 and has ended.

What language is Single-Handed in?

EnglishDutch

It was made in English, with some Dutch. Produced in Ireland, Netherlands.

In how many countries can I watch Single-Handed?

4AUCANZUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Single-Handed in 4 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.