C.B. Strike

2017 · TV Series · TV-MA · ★ 7.2 · 71% critics

CrimeDramaMystery

A wounded war veteran runs a small private detective agency from a cramped London office, taking on cases that leave the police stuck. Drawing on military policing experience and hard-earned instincts, he and a capable partner navigate gritty streets, uneasy interviews, and tangled motives to uncover the truth behind complex crimes.

Based on Cormoran Strike

Also known as Cormoran Strike · Strike: The Cuckoo's Calling · Strike: The Silkworm · Strike: Career of Evil

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19 hours to watch · 19 episodes.

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Original title: Strike
Years: 2017
Release date: 2017-08-27
Network: BBC One
Language: English
Rated: TV-MA
Critic score: 71/100
TMDB rating: 7.2/10 (247 votes)

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You’ll likely enjoy this if you want a steady, character-driven British mystery with London atmosphere and cases that unfold over several episodes, similar to Shetland or Vigil; Not for you if you dislike familiar detective setups or prefer fast, twist-heavy pacing.

Pros: compelling multi-episode mysteries; strong lead chemistry; well-crafted character work | Cons: familiar detective clichés; uneven later season; occasional plot holes