7.3
Is Crimewatch worth watching?
71
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 71 (IMDb 7.3).
71
GoodGoodWatch scoreSummary
Crimewatch is a long-running and high-profile British television programme produced by the BBC, that reconstructs major unsolved crimes with a view to gaining information from the members of the public.
Good for
- Family movie night
- Teens
- Binge-friendly
Skip it if
- You want something to laugh at
Where to watch
Not streaming in any country yet.
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Not for laughs, comfort or warmth.
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Crew
- Directors
- Philippa Collie Cousins
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Facts
June 7, 1984 · March 20, 2017 · Still running
- First aired
- June 7, 1984
- Latest episode
- March 20, 2017
- Status
- Still running
- Length
- 35 seasons · 321 episodes
- Content
- Violence, Disturbing Imagery
- Original language
- English
Q&A
4 questions, like "Is Crimewatch worth watching?"
Questions about Crimewatch
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Crimewatch okay for kids?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Yes: its content advisories are violence and disturbing imagery, and the viewing guide lists it for family nights.
How long does it take to watch Crimewatch?
321 h
About 321 hours: 321 episodes in 35 seasons of about 60 minutes each since 1984, and it's still in production.
Is Crimewatch plot-driven or character-driven?
CharactersPlot
Mostly plot-driven: mystery (9 of 10) and intrigue (8 of 10) carry it more than its characters do.