Dept. Q
“Not all causes are lost.”
Series Overview
A brash but brilliant cop becomes head of a new police department, where he leads an unlikely team of misfits in solving Edinburgh's cold cases.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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2 Seasons • 10 Episodes
2025 – Present
Premiered: Thu, May 29, 2025
Scott Frank
Chandni LakhaniLatest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 9: “Episode 9”
A decades-old recording helps all the clues to fall into place. But as the pressure rises — in and out of the chamber — can Carl get there in time?
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Official TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2025-05-06
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Scott Frank, Chandni Lakhani
Jussi Adler-Olsen
Carlos Rafael Rivera
Charlotte Moore, Andy Harries, Scott Frank, Chandni Lakhani, Rob Bullock
Department Leadership Roster
Carlos Rafael Rivera
Original Music Composer
Sharon Long
Costume Design
Grant Montgomery
Production Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
TV-MA: Mature Audience Only — Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and unsuitable for children under 17.
International Certification Matrix
Mature Audience Only — Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and unsuitable for children under 17.
18+ Restricted to Adults.
Interdit aux moins de 16 ans — 16+ only.
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Restricted to Adults (18+).
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dept. Q
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What is Dept. Q about?
A brash but brilliant cop becomes head of a new police department, where he leads an unlikely team of misfits in solving Edinburgh's cold cases.
How many seasons does Dept. Q have?
Dept. Q comprises 2 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in Dept. Q?
Key cast members in Dept. Q include Matthew Goode, Chloe Pirrie, Jamie Sives, Alexej Manvelov, Leah Byrne.
Who created or directed Dept. Q?
Dept. Q was developed and directed by Scott Frank, Chandni Lakhani.