Series

The Chinese Detective

★ 7.2(5)19811h 0m2 seasons

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Good to know

Creator: Ian Kennedy Martin
Release date: 1981-04-30
Runtime: 1h 0m
Language: English
Seasons: 2
Episodes: 14
Network: BBC One
Status: Ended

About The Chinese Detective

The Chinese Detective is a 1981 web series in the Drama genre, created by Ian Kennedy Martin, starring David Yip and Derek Martin. It spans 2 seasons and 14 episodes, and originally aired on BBC One. It holds an average rating of 7.2/10 from 5 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Chinese Detective in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Chinese British Detective Sergeant John Ho solves cases in the East End of London. Ho fits the pattern of the maverick detective, prepared to use unorthodox methods to solve his cases, which emerged in series like Z Cars and The Sweeney.

Seasons (2)

Season 16 eps · 1981

Season 28 eps · 1982

Cast

David Yip

Detective Sergeant John Ho

Derek Martin

D.C.I. Berwick

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Chinese Detective in Mexico?+

The Chinese Detective is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Mexico. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Chinese Detective on Netflix?+

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How many seasons of The Chinese Detective are there?+

The Chinese Detective has 2 seasons and 14 episodes in total.

Who stars in The Chinese Detective?+

The Chinese Detective stars David Yip and Derek Martin.

When did The Chinese Detective come out?+

The Chinese Detective is a 1981 web series created by Ian Kennedy Martin.

What genre is The Chinese Detective?+

The Chinese Detective is Drama series.

Who created The Chinese Detective?+

The Chinese Detective was created by Ian Kennedy Martin.