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The Chelsea Detective

Series Overview

Detective Inspector Max Arnold lives on a battered houseboat at the end of Cheyne Walk after separating from his art dealer wife Astrid. The son of a local bookshop owner, Max is a far cry from the affluent elite whose crimes he'll help solve along with D.C. Priya Shamsie.

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Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

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Returning SeriesIn ProductionScripted
Original Network
Acorn TV
Episodes & Seasons

4 Seasons • 16 Episodes

Air Date Window

2022 – Present

Premiered: Mon, Feb 7, 2022

Created By
Peter Fincham

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Mon, Aug 24, 2026

Season 4, Episode 4: “The Petrov Extension”

On the night that celebrated architect Rowan Jameson is to receive a lifetime achievement award, he's thrown to his death from a hotel balcony. Following a second murder in Cambridge, Max and his team uncover a conspiracy linking both victims.

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes

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Acorn TV Original | The Chelsea Detective | Official TrailerOfficial

Type: Trailer • Published 2022-01-19

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Peter Fincham

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: 12

12: Suitable only for 12 years and over.

International Certification Matrix

United Kingdom (BBFC)12

Suitable only for 12 years and over.

Germany (FSK)12

FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Chelsea Detective

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What is The Chelsea Detective about?

Detective Inspector Max Arnold lives on a battered houseboat at the end of Cheyne Walk after separating from his art dealer wife Astrid. The son of a local bookshop owner, Max is a far cry from the affluent elite whose crimes he'll help solve along with D.C. Priya Shamsie.

How many seasons does The Chelsea Detective have?

The Chelsea Detective comprises 4 seasons available to explore.

Who stars in The Chelsea Detective?

Key cast members in The Chelsea Detective include Adrian Scarborough, Vanessa Emme, Peter Bankolé, Lucy Phelps, Sophie Stone.

Who created or directed The Chelsea Detective?

The Chelsea Detective was developed and directed by Peter Fincham.