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7.2 / 10(45 votes)IMDbTV-14First Aired: 20019 Seasons

Waking the Dead

“A second chance to catch the killer!”

Series Overview

A detective team apply new techniques to old crimes as they solve cold cases.

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Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

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

EndedScripted
Original Network
BBC One
Episodes & Seasons

9 Seasons • 90 Episodes

Air Date Window

2001 – 2011

Premiered: Mon, Jun 18, 2001

Created By
Keith GordonKeith Gordon

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Mon, Apr 11, 2011

Season 9, Episode 10: “Waterloo (2)”

Time is running out for Boyd as he fights for justice against a powerful adversary.

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes

Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.

Waking the Dead BBC TV Promo

Type: Teaser • Published 2015-05-31

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Keith Gordon

Producers

Alexei de Keyser, Patrick Spence

Department Leadership Roster

Alexei de Keyser

Producer

Patrick Spence

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.

United Kingdom (BBFC)15

Suitable only for 15 years and over.

Canada14+

14+ Parents Strongly Cautioned.

Germany (FSK)16

FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.

Australia (ACB)M

Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.

France (CNC)10

Interdit aux moins de 10 ans — 10+ only.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Waking the Dead

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What is Waking the Dead about?

A detective team apply new techniques to old crimes as they solve cold cases.

How many seasons does Waking the Dead have?

Waking the Dead comprises 9 seasons available to explore.

Who stars in Waking the Dead?

Key cast members in Waking the Dead include Trevor Eve, Sue Johnston, Tara Fitzgerald, Wil Johnson, Eva Birthistle.

Who created or directed Waking the Dead?

Waking the Dead was developed and directed by Keith Gordon.