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Prime Suspect 1973

2017·Show
6Episodes in1Season
66
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb7.6Metacritic597.1
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IMDb7.6Metacritic597.1
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Strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Tense

  • Tension7
  • Violence6
  • Adrenaline5

Heart

Nostalgic

Much of it is about growing up.

  • Coming of Age8
  • Nostalgia7
  • Melancholy6

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Dark Humor3
  • Cringe Humor2

World

History, crime, and growing up

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout characters, direction, and performances

  • Character Depth9
  • Direction8
  • Acting8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition6

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About

Jane Tennison is a probationary WPC in 1973 London, where she faces sexism while working her first murder case. Follow her early career, her relationship with her boss DI Len Bradfield, and her determination to prove herself in a male-dominated police force, as she will eventually achieve the rank of Detective Superintendent.
Period Police ProceduralCharacter-Driven DramaFeminist ThemesGritty RealismSocial CommentaryBritish Crime SeriesOrigin StoryIntriguing MysteryStrong Lead Performance

Crew

Directed by:
David Caffrey
Written by:
Glen Laker
Produced by:
Rhonda Smith
Composed by:
Carly Paradis

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Prime Suspect 1973 legally?

PrimePeacockThe RokuPBS MasterpiecePlexPeacock Premium+Tubi TV

Prime Suspect 1973 is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, Peacock, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, and Peacock Premium+ in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Plex and Tubi TV. 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 Prime Suspect 1973 worth watching?

66
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 66/100 (IMDb 7.6 and Metacritic 59). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Prime Suspect 1973 rated?

ViolenceStrong language

Content advisories: violence and strong language.

How many seasons does Prime Suspect 1973 have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 6 episodes of about 60 minutes each.

Do critics and audiences agree on Prime Suspect 1973?

Critics59
Audiences74

Not quite. Audiences rate Prime Suspect 1973 higher (74) than critics (59). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

When did Prime Suspect 1973 air?

It ran from 2017 to 2017 and has ended.

What language is Prime Suspect 1973 in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.

In how many countries can I watch Prime Suspect 1973?

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