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6.5 / 10(91 votes)IMDbTV-14First Aired: 20134 Seasons

Motive

“The murder is just the beginning.”

Series Overview

A team of Vancouver investigators, led by homicide detective Angie Flynn, sets out to uncover the motive of each puzzling murder by discovering the killer's connection to the victim. Viewers get a glimpse of the killer before and after the crime is committed.

Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.

EndedScripted
Original Network
CTV
Episodes & Seasons

4 Seasons • 52 Episodes

44 min per episode

Air Date Window

2013 – 2016

Premiered: Sun, Feb 3, 2013

Created By
Daniel CeroneDaniel Cerone

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Tue, Aug 30, 2016

Season 4, Episode 13: “We'll Always Have Homicide”

Three years after a killer gets away, the team reunites to close the case.

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Daniel Cerone

Producers

Kristin Lehman, Daniel Cerone, Rob Merilees, Lindsay MacAdam, Dennis Heaton

Department Leadership Roster

Doug Chapman

Doug Chapman

Stunt Coordinator

Kristin Lehman

Kristin Lehman

Producer

Age Classification & Content Advisories

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

Primary: TV-14

TV-14: Parents Strongly Cautioned — Contains material unsuitable for children under 14.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)TV-14

Parents Strongly Cautioned — Contains material unsuitable for children under 14.

Germany (FSK)16

FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Motive.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Motive

Key facts, seasons breakdown, and credits for search engines and AI assistants.

What is Motive about?

A team of Vancouver investigators, led by homicide detective Angie Flynn, sets out to uncover the motive of each puzzling murder by discovering the killer's connection to the victim. Viewers get a glimpse of the killer before and after the crime is committed.

How many seasons does Motive have?

Motive comprises 4 seasons available to explore.

Who stars in Motive?

Key cast members in Motive include Kristin Lehman, Louis Ferreira, Brendan Penny, Lauren Holly.

Who created or directed Motive?

Motive was developed and directed by Daniel Cerone.