Vera
Series Overview
A sharp detective with a messy life, DCI Vera Stanhope patrols her “patch” of northeast England, pursuing the truth in cases of murder, kidnapping, and blackmail. Vera is obsessive about her work and faces the world with caustic wit, guile and courage.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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14 Seasons • 56 Episodes
2011 – 2025
Premiered: Sun, May 1, 2011
Ann CleevesLatest Aired Episode
Season 14, Episode 2: “The Dark Wives”
A student violently killed and dumped at the foot of three mythical monoliths and a missing girl sets Vera on an investigation that triggers memories from her own childhood.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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"Vera" Season 6 official ITV trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2017-05-06
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ann Cleeves
Ann Cleeves
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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15: Suitable only for 15 years and over.
International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Interdit aux moins de 16 ans — 16+ only.
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
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What is Vera about?
A sharp detective with a messy life, DCI Vera Stanhope patrols her “patch” of northeast England, pursuing the truth in cases of murder, kidnapping, and blackmail. Vera is obsessive about her work and faces the world with caustic wit, guile and courage.
How many seasons does Vera have?
Vera comprises 14 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in Vera?
Key cast members in Vera include Brenda Blethyn, Jon Morrison, Riley Jones, Sarah Kameela Impey, Rhiannon Clements.
Who created or directed Vera?
Vera was developed and directed by Ann Cleeves.