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Happy Valley

Series Overview

Happy Valley is a dark, funny, multi-layered thriller revolving around the personal and professional life of Catherine, a dedicated, experienced, hard-working copper. She is also a bereaved mother who looks after her orphaned grandchild.

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Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

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

EndedScripted
Original Network
BBC One
Episodes & Seasons

3 Seasons • 18 Episodes

59 min per episode

Air Date Window

2014 – 2023

Premiered: Tue, Apr 29, 2014

Created By
Sally WainwrightSally Wainwright

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Sun, Feb 5, 2023

Season 3, Episode 6: “Episode 6”

Scores are settled for good on Catherine’s final shift, and Ryan faces a moral dilemma.

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes

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

Happy Valley | Official Trailer [HD] | NetflixOfficial

Type: Trailer • Published 2014-08-21

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Sally Wainwright

Screenplay & Story

Sally Wainwright

Producers

Nicola Shindler, Sally Wainwright

Department Leadership Roster

Sally Wainwright

Sally Wainwright

Writer

Age Classification & Content Advisories

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

Primary: TV-MA
Content Warning Elements:
ViolenceInjuryLanguage

TV-MA: Mature Audience Only — Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and unsuitable for children under 17.

International Certification Matrix

United Kingdom (BBFC)15

Suitable only for 15 years and over.

United States (MPAA)TV-MA

Mature Audience Only — Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and unsuitable for children under 17.

Germany (FSK)16

FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.

Violence • Injury • Language

Australia (ACB)MA 15+
France (CNC)16

Interdit aux moins de 16 ans — 16+ only.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Happy Valley

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

What is Happy Valley about?

Happy Valley is a dark, funny, multi-layered thriller revolving around the personal and professional life of Catherine, a dedicated, experienced, hard-working copper. She is also a bereaved mother who looks after her orphaned grandchild.

How many seasons does Happy Valley have?

Happy Valley comprises 3 seasons available to explore.

Who stars in Happy Valley?

Key cast members in Happy Valley include Sarah Lancashire, Siobhan Finneran, James Norton, Rhys Connah, Charlie Murphy.

Who created or directed Happy Valley?

Happy Valley was developed and directed by Sally Wainwright.