Series

Backup

★ 6.0(3)199550m2 seasons

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Good to know

Creator: Nigel McCrery
Release date: 1995-09-07
Runtime: 50m
Language: English
Seasons: 2
Episodes: 14
Network: BBC One
Status: Ended

About Backup

Backup is a 1995 web series in the Drama genre, created by Nigel McCrery, starring Martin Troakes, Nick Miles and Alex Norton. It spans 2 seasons and 14 episodes, and originally aired on BBC One. It holds an average rating of 6.0/10 from 3 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Backup in South Africa — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Drama about the working lives of policemen and women in an Operational Support Unit.

Seasons (2)

Season 18 eps · 1995

Season 26 eps · 1997

Cast

Martin Troakes

Nick Miles

Alex Norton

James Gaddas

Oliver Milburn

Adam Morris

Calum MacPherson

Steve Fortune

Hancock

Peter Sullivan

Det. Insp. Overton

Matthew Rhys

PC Steve 'Hiccup' Higson

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Backup in South Africa?+

Backup is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in South Africa. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Backup on Netflix?+

Backup is not on Netflix in South Africa right now.

How many seasons of Backup are there?+

Backup has 2 seasons and 14 episodes in total.

Who stars in Backup?+

Backup stars Martin Troakes, Nick Miles, Alex Norton, James Gaddas and Oliver Milburn.

When did Backup come out?+

Backup is a 1995 web series created by Nigel McCrery.

What genre is Backup?+

Backup is Drama series.

Who created Backup?+

Backup was created by Nigel McCrery.