Crimewatch
Series Overview
Crimewatch is a long-running and high-profile British television programme produced by the BBC, that reconstructs major unsolved crimes with a view to gaining information from the members of the public. The programme was originally broadcast once a month on BBC One, although in more recent years the programme has more usually been broadcast roughly once every two months. It was announced on 15 October 2008, that the BBC is to move the filming of shows such as Crimewatch to studios in Cardiff. The show was first broadcast on 7 June 1984, and is based on the German TV show Aktenzeichen XY … ungelöst. It was first presented by Nick Ross and Sue Cook. When Cook left in 1995, she was replaced by Jill Dando. After Dando's murder in April 1999, Fiona Bruce took over. Kirsty Young, Matthew Amroliwala and Martin Bayfield currently front the show; following the departures of Ross and Bruce in 2007 and Rav Wilding on 15 December 2011.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.
35 Seasons • 321 Episodes
60 min per episode
1984 – Present
Premiered: Thu, Jun 7, 1984
Creative Production Team
Latest Aired Episode
Season 35, Episode 3: “Episode 3”
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Season 1
6 Episodes →
Season 2
9 Episodes →
Season 3
10 Episodes →
Season 4
9 Episodes →
Season 5
10 Episodes →
Season 6
10 Episodes →
Season 7
10 Episodes →
Season 8
10 Episodes →
Season 9
10 Episodes →
Season 10
10 Episodes →
Season 11
10 Episodes →
Season 12
10 Episodes →
Season 13
1 Episodes →
Season 14
13 Episodes →
Season 15
13 Episodes →
Season 16
10 Episodes →
Season 17
11 Episodes →
Season 18
12 Episodes →
Season 19
13 Episodes →
Season 20
11 Episodes →
Season 21
11 Episodes →
Season 22
12 Episodes →
Season 23
11 Episodes →
Season 24
10 Episodes →
Season 25
10 Episodes →
Season 26
10 Episodes →
Season 27
10 Episodes →
Season 28
8 Episodes →
Season 29
8 Episodes →
Season 30
8 Episodes →
Season 31
8 Episodes →
Season 32
8 Episodes →
Season 33
2 Episodes →
Season 34
4 Episodes →
Season 35
3 Episodes →
Cast & Creators
Explore Star Directory →
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Crimewatch.
More Series Like Crimewatch
Shows sharing similar genres, audiences, and storylines.
Frequently Asked Questions About Crimewatch
Key facts, seasons breakdown, and credits for search engines and AI assistants.
What is Crimewatch about?
Crimewatch is a long-running and high-profile British television programme produced by the BBC, that reconstructs major unsolved crimes with a view to gaining information from the members of the public. The programme was originally broadcast once a month on BBC One, although in more recent years the programme has more usually been broadcast roughly once every two months. It was announced on 15 October 2008, that the BBC is to move the filming of shows such as Crimewatch to studios in Cardiff. The show was first broadcast on 7 June 1984, and is based on the German TV show Aktenzeichen XY … ungelöst. It was first presented by Nick Ross and Sue Cook. When Cook left in 1995, she was replaced by Jill Dando. After Dando's murder in April 1999, Fiona Bruce took over. Kirsty Young, Matthew Amroliwala and Martin Bayfield currently front the show; following the departures of Ross and Bruce in 2007 and Rav Wilding on 15 December 2011.
How many seasons does Crimewatch have?
Crimewatch comprises 35 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in Crimewatch?
Key cast members in Crimewatch include Jeremy Vine, Tina Daheley.
Who created or directed Crimewatch?
Crimewatch was developed and directed by Not specified.