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The Shadow Line

7.620111 seasonTV SeriesCrimeDramaMystery

A murder is investigated by both sides of the line, cops and criminals, using opposing methods. But the real line is the morality within each person and how far they will go before they cross it.

DirectorHugo Blick
WriterHugo Blick
ProducersHenry Normal·Hugo Blick

Where to watch

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Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Seasons & Episodes

E1
Episode 1
May 5, 2011
E2
Episode 2
May 12, 2011
E3
Episode 3
May 19, 2011
E4
Episode 4
May 26, 2011 1.0
E5
Episode 5
Jun 2, 2011
E6
Episode 6
Jun 9, 2011 1.0
E7
Episode 7
Jun 16, 2011

Cast · Directed by Hugo Blick

CEChiwetel Ejiofor
Chiwetel Ejiofor
Jonah Gabriel
CEChristopher Eccleston
Christopher Eccleston
Joseph Bede
KWKierston Wareing
Kierston Wareing
Lia Honey
SRStephen Rea
Stephen Rea
Gatehouse
RSRafe Spall
Rafe Spall
Jay Wratten
EBEve Best
Eve Best
Petra Mayler
LSLesley Sharp
Lesley Sharp
RLRichard Lintern
Richard Lintern
RPRobert Pugh
Robert Pugh
ASAntony Sher
Antony Sher
Peter Glickman
TMTobias Menzies
Tobias Menzies
Ross (Journalist)

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The Shadow Line — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Shadow Line?

The Shadow Line is streaming on 10 in Australia, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Shadow Line on Netflix?

No, The Shadow Line is not on Netflix in Australia as of October 2026. It's currently on 10.

Is The Shadow Line on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Shadow Line isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now. It's on 10 instead.

Where can I watch The Shadow Line for free?

The Shadow Line is available to stream free (with ads) on 10 in Australia.

How many seasons are in The Shadow Line?

The Shadow Line has 1 season in total (7 episodes). The series concluded in 2011.

Are all episodes of The Shadow Line out yet?

Yes — all 7 episodes across 1 season of The Shadow Line are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 2 of The Shadow Line?

No — The Shadow Line ended after 1 season, so there is no Season 2.