Scott & Bailey
Series Overview
D.C. Rachel Bailey and D.C. Janet Scott have a robust and engaging friendship which enables them to draw upon each other’s strengths and investigate murders for the Manchester Metropolitan Police.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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5 Seasons • 33 Episodes
45 min per episode
2011 – 2016
Premiered: Sun, May 29, 2011
Sally WainwrightLatest Aired Episode
Season 5, Episode 3: “Change”
Rachel is criticised for a lack of progress with the investigation and she knows she must find both a murder weapon and the encryption code used to access the website. However, as the team makes a significant breakthrough in the case, DSI Julie Dodson makes a discovery which jeopardises Rachel's position as Acting DI. Meanwhile, when Janet's attempt to help Taisie results in a complaint, her faith in justice is tested, and both Scott and Bailey have life-changing decisions to make about their futures.
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Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Scott and Bailey trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2011-05-26
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Sally Wainwright, Diane Taylor
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.
Parents Strongly Cautioned — Contains material unsuitable for children under 14.
Interdit aux moins de 10 ans — 10+ only.
Parental Guidance Suggested.
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
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What is Scott & Bailey about?
D.C. Rachel Bailey and D.C. Janet Scott have a robust and engaging friendship which enables them to draw upon each other’s strengths and investigate murders for the Manchester Metropolitan Police.
How many seasons does Scott & Bailey have?
Scott & Bailey comprises 5 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in Scott & Bailey?
Key cast members in Scott & Bailey include Lesley Sharp, Suranne Jones, Sally Lindsay, Delroy Brown, Jing Lusi.
Who created or directed Scott & Bailey?
Scott & Bailey was developed and directed by Sally Wainwright, Diane Taylor.