Shetland
- Crime
- Drama
- Mystery
Created from the novels by award winning crime writer Ann Cleeves, Shetland follows DI Jimmy Perez and his team as they investigate crime within the close knit island community. In this isolated and sometimes inhospitable environment, the team have to rely on a uniquely resourceful style of policing.
Shetland is a British crime drama following DI Jimmy Perez and his team as they investigate murders in the tight-knit island community of Shetland. Based on Ann Cleeves' award-winning novels, the series has aired 10 seasons since its 2013 premiere on BBC One. Fans of atmospheric crime dramas with strong character development will find compelling mysteries set against the remote Scottish landscape.
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Douglas HenshallDI Jimmy Perez
Ashley JensenDI Ruth Calder
Alison O'DonnellDI Alison 'Tosh' McIntosh
Steven RobertsonDC Sandy Wilson
Julia BrownMolly Kilmuir
Mark BonnarDuncan Hunter
Erin ArmstrongCassie Perez
Julie GrahamRhona Kelly
Neve McIntoshKate Kilmuir- Gerard MillerAlan Killick
Stephen WaltersThomas Malone
Fiona BellDonna Killick
Lewis HowdenSgt Billy McCabe
Anneika RoseMaggie Kean
Conor McCarryPC Alex Grant
Trailer
Series 10 | Official Trailer
Seasons
10 seasons
Season 12 episodes · 2013-03-10
Season 26 episodes · 2014-03-11
Season 36 episodes · 2016-01-15
Season 46 episodes · 2018-02-13
Season 56 episodes · 2019-02-12
Season 66 episodes · 2021-10-20
Season 76 episodes · 2022-08-10
Season 86 episodes · 2023-11-01
Season 96 episodes · 2024-11-06
Season 106 episodes · 2025-11-05
Episodes · Season 10
Full season| # | Title | Air date | Runtime | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Episode 1 | 2025-11-05 | 57m | 5.5 |
| 02 | Episode 2 | 2025-11-12 | 58m | 5.5 |
| 03 | Episode 3 | 2025-11-19 | 57m | 5.5 |
| 04 | Episode 4 | 2025-11-26 | 58m | 5.5 |
| 05 | Episode 5 | 2025-12-03 | 58m | 5.5 |
| 06 | Episode 6 | 2025-12-10 | 58m | 5.5 |
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Is Shetland renewed or cancelled?
Shetland is listed as ongoing — no renewal announcement tracked yet.
Shetland — frequently asked
How many seasons of Shetland are there?
Shetland has 10 seasons. The series premiered in March 2013 and continues to develop DI Perez's investigations within the island community.
Where can I watch Shetland?
Shetland airs on BBC One in the UK. International availability varies by region; check local streaming services or broadcasters for your area.
Is Shetland based on books?
Yes, the series is created from the crime novels by Ann Cleeves, an award-winning crime writer. The show adapts her stories of DI Jimmy Perez investigating crimes in Shetland.
What is Shetland about?
Shetland follows DI Jimmy Perez and his police team as they solve murders and crimes within the isolated island community of Shetland, where close relationships and limited resources shape their investigative approach.
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