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Detectorists

2014·Show
18Episodes in3Seasons·TV-14
82
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb8.6Rotten Tomatoes100%95%
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IMDb8.6Rotten Tomatoes100%95%
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Detectorists fingerprint

Immersive world, strong craft, calm.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension2
  • Fast Pace2
  • Spectacle2

Heart

Wholesome and hopeful

  • Wholesome8
  • Hopefulness7
  • Melancholy6

Humor

Plenty of sharp wit and situational comedy

  • Wit & Wordplay8
  • Situational Comedy5
  • Physical Comedy3

World

Everyday modern life

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

  • World Immersion9
  • Dialogue Centrality9
  • Rewatchability9

Craft

Standout direction, performances, and dialogue

  • Direction9
  • Acting9
  • Dialogue Quality9

Style

Standout cinematography, editing, and score

  • Cinematography9
  • Editing8
  • Music Composition8

Who it's for

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Episode ratings

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About

The lives of two eccentric metal detectorists, who spend their days plodding along ploughed tracks and open fields, hoping to disturb the tedium by unearthing the fortune of a lifetime.
Gentle British ComedyTranquil Slice-of-LifeWitty & PoignantCharacter-Driven HumourBeautiful CinematographyUnique Hobby FocusSlow-Burn CharmQuirky FriendshipComforting & Relaxing

Crew

Directed by:
Mackenzie Crook
Written by:
Mackenzie Crook
Produced by:
Adam Tandy, Gill Isles
Composed by:
Johnny Flynn, Dan Michaelson

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Detectorists

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Detectorists legally?

fuboTVThe RokuThe CWHooplaAcorn TVAcornTVSpectrum On DemandPlex

Detectorists is included with a subscription to fuboTV, Acorn TV, and Spectrum On Demand in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on The CW, Hoopla, and Plex. 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 Detectorists worth watching?

82
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 83/100 (IMDb 8.6 and Rotten Tomatoes 100%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Detectorists rated?

TV-14

It's rated TV-14 in the United States.

How many seasons does Detectorists have?

3 seasons

It has 3 seasons with 18 episodes of about 30 minutes each.

Do critics and audiences agree on Detectorists?

Critics100
Audiences91

Not quite. Critics rate Detectorists higher (100) than audiences (91). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

When did Detectorists air?

It ran from 2014 to 2017 and has ended.

What language is Detectorists in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.

In how many countries can I watch Detectorists?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Detectorists in 17 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Detectorists use?

O.O.C. Is Serious BusinessReveal ShotMaybe Magic, Maybe MundaneCommitment IssuesPointy-Haired Boss"Blackmail" Is Such an Ugly WordMistaken for PedophileI Ate WHAT?!Nosy NeighbourSitcom Arch-NemesisWhammy BidAs Herselfand 107 more

TV Tropes lists 119 storytelling tropes for Detectorists, including O.O.C. Is Serious Business, Reveal Shot, Maybe Magic, Maybe Mundane.