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Inspector Rex

1994·Show
119Episodes in10Seasons·TV-14
IMDb7.2
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Where to watch

The RokuHooplaMZ ChoiceMhz Choice

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Big heart, funny.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension5
  • Fast Pace5
  • Adrenaline4

Heart

Nostalgic and wholesome

Much of it is about family.

  • Nostalgia9
  • Wholesome8
  • Hopefulness8

Humor

Plenty of situational comedy and slapstick

  • Situational Comedy8
  • Physical Comedy7
  • Wit & Wordplay6

World

Crime, everyday modern life, and mystery

Holds up on a rewatch.

  • Rewatchability8
  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting7
  • Dialogue Quality7
  • Direction6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Music Composition7
  • Editing6
  • Music Centrality6

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchBinge-FriendlyComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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Episode ratings

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About

A rare hound, no bones about it!

After his handler is killed, police dog Rex teams up with recently-divorced inspector Richard Moser to investigate crimes and solve mysteries on the streets of Vienna. And they sometimes get help from their two-legged friend, Inspector Stockinger.
Cozy Crime ProceduralGerman Shepherd HeroHeartwarming BondVienna AtmosphereLight Mystery SolvingComfort TV ClassicAnthropomorphic InsightGentle DramaNostalgic CharmFamily-Friendly Suspense

Crew

Directed by:
Hans Werner, Oliver Hirschbiegel, Andreas Prochaska
Written by:
Peter Moser

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

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Where can I stream Inspector Rex legally?

The RokuHooplaMZ ChoiceMhz Choice

Inspector Rex is included with a subscription to Mhz Choice in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Inspector Rex worth watching?

72
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 72/100 (IMDb 7.2). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Inspector Rex rated?

TV-14Violence

It's rated TV-14 in the United States. Content advisories: violence.

How many seasons does Inspector Rex have?

10 seasons

It has 10 seasons with 119 episodes of about 45 minutes each.

When did Inspector Rex air?

It ran from 1994 to 2004 and has ended.

What language is Inspector Rex in?

German

It was made in German. Produced in Austria, Italy, Germany.

In how many countries can I watch Inspector Rex?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Inspector Rex in 15 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Inspector Rex use?

Sympathetic MurdererAmplified Animal AptitudeReplaced the Theme TuneCool and Unusual PunishmentGondor Calls for AidI Just Shot Marvin in the FaceIntroduction by HookupMr. FanserviceChuck Cunningham Syndrome"Everybody Laughs" EndingAlas, Poor VillainDying to Be Replacedand 93 more

TV Tropes lists 105 storytelling tropes for Inspector Rex, including Sympathetic Murderer, Amplified Animal Aptitude, Replaced the Theme Tune.