The Detectives(1993)
The absurd adventures of two defective detectives, who - despite unbelievable incompetence - somehow manage to solve their cases (or be nearby when the cases are solved) and retain their jobs.
- Created by:
- Jasper Carrott
- First aired:
- 1993-01-27
- Country:
- GB
- Network:
- BBC One
Episodes
1. What The Butler Saw
1993-01-27
When the Earl of Lisson is murdered, Briggs and Louis try to discover ""who dunnit"".
2. Hostage
1993-02-03
A fanatical murderer has escaped from prison and Superintendent Cottam orders Briggs and Louis to catch him but the two detectives would rather be watching the F.A. Cup Final.
3. Teed Off
1993-02-10
Johnny McKenna is an arms dealer and a keen golfer. Briggs and Louis have to get evidence of his illegal activities.
4. Acting Constables
1993-02-17
Briggs and Louis are assigned to act as advisors for a TV police drama.
5. Studs
1993-02-24
Briggs and Louis find themselves on an assignment in Jersey. It isn't long before they get on the wrong side of Jim Bergerac.
6. Strangers In Paradise
1993-03-03
Gangster Tony Mazola has been murdered. Superintendent Cottam thinks that gang warfare may be about to start. He sends Briggs and Louis on an undercover assignment to the Paradise Club in the East End of London.
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Cast
Robert Powell
Dave Briggs
George Sewell
Superintendent Cottam
Jasper Carrott
Bob Louis
