Broadchurch
“A town wrapped in secrets.”
Series Overview
The murder of a young boy in a small coastal town brings a media frenzy, which threatens to tear the community apart.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.
3 Seasons • 24 Episodes
2013 – 2017
Premiered: Mon, Mar 4, 2013
Chris ChibnallLatest Aired Episode
Season 3, Episode 8: “Episode 8”
Hardy and Ellie uncover the truth behind the rape of Trish Winterman, and lives in Broadchurch are changed forever. Series Finale.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Cast & Creators
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David Tennant
DI Alec Hardy
Olivia Colman
DS Ellie Miller
Julie Hesmondhalgh
Trish Winterman
Mark Bazeley
Jim Atwood
Lenny Henry
Ed Burnett
Sebastian Armesto
Clive Lucas
Georgina Campbell
DC Katie Harford
Sarah Parish
Cath Atwood
Jodie Whittaker
Beth Latimer
Andrew Buchan
Mark Latimer
Hannah Rae
Daisy Hardy
Arthur Darvill
Reverend Paul Coates
Carolyn Pickles
Maggie Radcliffe
Kumud Pant
Court Guard
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Chris Chibnall
Chris Chibnall, Louise Fox
Ólafur Arnalds
Richard Stokes
Department Leadership Roster
Richard Stokes
Producer
Chris Chibnall
Writer
Louise Fox
Writer
Ólafur Arnalds
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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TV-MA: Mature Audience Only — Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and unsuitable for children under 17.
International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Mature Audience Only — Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and unsuitable for children under 17.
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
14+ Parents Strongly Cautioned.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Broadchurch
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What is Broadchurch about?
The murder of a young boy in a small coastal town brings a media frenzy, which threatens to tear the community apart.
How many seasons does Broadchurch have?
Broadchurch comprises 3 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in Broadchurch?
Key cast members in Broadchurch include David Tennant, Olivia Colman, Julie Hesmondhalgh, Mark Bazeley, Lenny Henry.
Who created or directed Broadchurch?
Broadchurch was developed and directed by Chris Chibnall.