Ashes to Ashes
Series Overview
Crime drama series featuring Life On Mars' DCI Gene Hunt. After being shot in 2008, DI Alex Drake lands in 1981, where she finds herself in familiar company.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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3 Seasons • 24 Episodes
55–60 min per episode
2008 – 2010
Premiered: Thu, Feb 7, 2008
Ashley Pharoah
Matthew GrahamLatest Aired Episode
Season 3, Episode 8: “Episode 8”
DCI Gene Hunt and his team are investigating a diamond heist following the murder of three London gang members. But DI Alex Drake is distracted and, with encouragement from DCI Jim Keats, she decides to pursue her own investigation to the bitter end - did Gene Hunt murder Sam Tyler? When Gene discovers that Alex has gone, he races after her leaving Ray Carling, Chris Skelton and Shaz Granger to plan an ambitious sting operation. As Gene desperately tries to reach Alex before she discovers the truth, Chris, Shaz and Ray's world completely falls apart. It's time for Alex and the rest of the team to find out the truth about Gene Hunt...
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Ashes to Ashes (2008) Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2014-03-26
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ashley Pharoah, Matthew Graham
Beth Willis
Department Leadership Roster
Beth Willis
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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TV-14: Parents Strongly Cautioned — Contains material unsuitable for children under 14.
International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
Interdit aux moins de 16 ans — 16+ only.
14+ Parents Strongly Cautioned.
Parents Strongly Cautioned — Contains material unsuitable for children under 14.
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ashes to Ashes
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What is Ashes to Ashes about?
Crime drama series featuring Life On Mars' DCI Gene Hunt. After being shot in 2008, DI Alex Drake lands in 1981, where she finds herself in familiar company.
How many seasons does Ashes to Ashes have?
Ashes to Ashes comprises 3 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in Ashes to Ashes?
Key cast members in Ashes to Ashes include Keeley Hawes, Philip Glenister, Dean Andrews, Marshall Lancaster, Montserrat Lombard.
Who created or directed Ashes to Ashes?
Ashes to Ashes was developed and directed by Ashley Pharoah, Matthew Graham.