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Code of a Killer

7.320151 season14+TV SeriesDramaCrimeMystery

Based on the extraordinary true story of Alec Jeffreys' discovery of DNA fingerprinting and its first use by Detective Chief Superintendent David Baker in catching a double murderer.

DirectorJames Strong
WriterMichael Crompton
ProducersAndrew Boswell·Michael Crompton

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Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Seasons & Episodes

E1
Episode 1
Apr 6, 2015 8.0
E2
Episode 2
Apr 13, 2015 8.0

Cast · Directed by James Strong

David Threlfall
David Threlfall
DCS David Baker
John Simm
John Simm
Alec Jeffreys
Anna Madeley
Anna Madeley
Sue Jeffreys
Andrew Tiernan
Andrew Tiernan
DS Geoff Taylor
Lorcan Cranitch
Lorcan Cranitch
DI Alan Madden
Dorothy Atkinson
Dorothy Atkinson
Barbara Ashworth
Neil Edmond
Neil Edmond
Robin Ashworth
Hannah Walters
Hannah Walters
Kath Eastwood
Ged Simmons
Ged Simmons
Eddie Eastwood
Lydia Rose Bewley
Lydia Rose Bewley
Vicky Wilson
Jaz Deol
Jaz Deol
DC Taran Kholi
Adam Nagaitis
Adam Nagaitis
Ian Whenby

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Code of a Killer — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Code of a Killer?

Code of a Killer is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Acorn TV in Canada. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Code of a Killer on Netflix?

No, Code of a Killer is not on Netflix in Canada as of August 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and Acorn TV.

Is Code of a Killer on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — Code of a Killer is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in Canada as of August 2026.

Where can I watch Code of a Killer for free?

Code of a Killer is available on Amazon Prime Video and Acorn TV in Canada, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

How many seasons are in Code of a Killer?

Code of a Killer has 1 season in total (2 episodes). The series concluded in 2015.

Are all episodes of Code of a Killer out yet?

Yes — all 2 episodes across 1 season of Code of a Killer are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 2 of Code of a Killer?

No — Code of a Killer ended after 1 season, so there is no Season 2.

Is Code of a Killer based on a true story?

Yes — Code of a Killer is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).