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Endeavour

2013·Show
35Episodes in9Seasons·TV-14
85
ExcellentGoodWatch score

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Big heart, strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Tense

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension7
  • Violence4
  • Adrenaline3

Heart

Profoundly sad and nostalgic

Much of it is about growing up and family.

  • Melancholy9
  • Nostalgia9
  • Pathos8

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Dark Humor3
  • Situational Comedy2

World

Crime, history, and mystery

Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.

  • World Immersion9
  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Rewatchability8

Craft

Standout performances, characters, and direction

  • Acting9
  • Character Depth9
  • Direction8

Style

Standout score and cinematography

  • Music Composition9
  • Cinematography8
  • Music Centrality8

Who it's for

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About

A crusade in search of justice, risking everything for the truth ...

The early days of a young Endeavour Morse, whose experiences as a detective constable with the Oxford City Police will ultimately shape his future.
Period Crime DramaMelancholic AtmosphereCharacter StudyOxford SettingNostalgic AestheticIntellectual MysteryEmotional DepthClassic WhodunitSlow-Burning TensionMusical Score Highlight

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Endeavour

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Endeavour legally?

Endeavour is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, PBS, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, and Thirteen in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on KQED. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Endeavour worth watching?

85
ExcellentGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 86/100 (IMDb 8.6, Rotten Tomatoes 90%, and Metacritic 80). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Endeavour rated?

TV-14ViolenceStrong languageDisturbing imagery

It's rated TV-14 in the United States. Content advisories: violence, strong language, and disturbing imagery.

How many seasons does Endeavour have?

9 seasons

It has 9 seasons with 35 episodes of about 90 minutes each.

Do critics and audiences agree on Endeavour?

Critics85
Audiences88

Yes. Critics average 85 and audiences 88 out of 100, so both groups see Endeavour much the same way.

When did Endeavour air?

It ran from 2013 to 2023 and has ended.

What language is Endeavour in?

English

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

In how many countries can I watch Endeavour?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Endeavour in 27 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Endeavour use?

The Un-FavouriteWeapons UnderstudiesShell-Shocked VeteranFriend in the PressCall-ForwardThe GhostCar CushionTempting FateHospital HottieDarker and EdgierReassigned to AntarcticaAll Germans Are Nazisand 181 more

TV Tropes lists 193 storytelling tropes for Endeavour, including The Un-Favourite, Weapons Understudies, Shell-Shocked Veteran.