Shetland
“Murder is only a ferry ride away.”
Series Overview
Created from the novels by award winning crime writer Ann Cleeves, Shetland follows DI Jimmy Perez and his team as they investigate crime within the close knit island community. In this isolated and sometimes inhospitable environment, the team have to rely on a uniquely resourceful style of policing.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.
10 Seasons • 56 Episodes
2013 – Present
Premiered: Sun, Mar 10, 2013
Latest Aired Episode
Season 10, Episode 6: “Episode 6”
As Calder and Tosh close in on the motive for Eadie’s murder, the pool of suspects narrows.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Shetland Trailer - BBC OneOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2013-02-19
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ann Cleaves
Paul Logue, Ann Cleeves
Louise V. Say, Gaynor Holmes, Paul Logue, Denise Paul, Kate Bartlett
Department Leadership Roster
Louise V. Say
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
TV-PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.
International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
Interdit aux moins de 16 ans — 16+ only.
Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Shetland
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What is Shetland about?
Created from the novels by award winning crime writer Ann Cleeves, Shetland follows DI Jimmy Perez and his team as they investigate crime within the close knit island community. In this isolated and sometimes inhospitable environment, the team have to rely on a uniquely resourceful style of policing.
How many seasons does Shetland have?
Shetland comprises 10 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in Shetland?
Key cast members in Shetland include Ashley Jensen, Alison O'Donnell, Steven Robertson, Lewis Howden.
Who created or directed Shetland?
Shetland was developed and directed by Ann Cleaves.