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Hinterland

Series Overview

Tom Mathias comes to Aberystwyth having abandoned his life in London. He's a brilliant but troubled man. Despite his faults he is an excellent detective, who knows that the key to solving the crime lies not in where you look for truth, but how you look.

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Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

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EndedScripted
Original Network
S4C
Episodes & Seasons

3 Seasons • 24 Episodes

Air Date Window

2013 – 2016

Premiered: Tue, Oct 29, 2013

Created By
Ed TalfanEd Talfan
Ed Thomas

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Sun, Dec 18, 2016

Season 3, Episode 8: “Episode 4: Part 2”

The past comes back to haunt DCI Mathias as he investigates the death of convicted killer Catrin John - could her death be linked to that of Iwan Thomas's?

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes

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Hinterland / Y Gwyll - Season 2 trailer

Type: Trailer • Published 2016-05-17

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Ed Talfan, Ed Thomas

Age Classification & Content Advisories

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Primary: TV-PG

TV-PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.

International Certification Matrix

United Kingdom (BBFC)15

Suitable only for 15 years and over.

Australia (ACB)M

Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.

France (CNC)16

Interdit aux moins de 16 ans — 16+ only.

United States (MPAA)TV-PG

Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.

Germany (FSK)16

FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Hinterland

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What is Hinterland about?

Tom Mathias comes to Aberystwyth having abandoned his life in London. He's a brilliant but troubled man. Despite his faults he is an excellent detective, who knows that the key to solving the crime lies not in where you look for truth, but how you look.

How many seasons does Hinterland have?

Hinterland comprises 3 seasons available to explore.

Who stars in Hinterland?

Key cast members in Hinterland include Richard Harrington, Mali Harries, Alex Harries, Hannah Daniel, Aneirin Hughes.

Who created or directed Hinterland?

Hinterland was developed and directed by Ed Talfan, Ed Thomas.