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Traces

6.320192 seasonsTV-14TV SeriesMysteryCrime

Set against the stunning Scottish landscape in and around Dundee, three compelling female characters — Emma Hedges, Prof. Sarah Gordon and Prof. Kathy Torrance — join forces to uncover the truth about an unsolved murder case that's very close to home.

DirectorsRebecca Gatward·Mary Nighy
WritersAmelia Bullmore·Val McDermid
ProducerJuliet Charlesworth

Where to watch

BBC Player Amazon ChannelBBC Player Amazon Channel
Availability shown for Germany · rights vary by country

Seasons & Episodes

E1
Episode 1
Feb 15, 2022 7.0
E2
Episode 2
Feb 22, 2022 7.0
E3
Episode 3
Mar 1, 2022 8.0
E4
Episode 4
Mar 8, 2022 8.0
E5
Episode 5
Mar 15, 2022 8.0
E6
Episode 6
Mar 22, 2022 9.0

Cast · Directed by Rebecca Gatward

Molly Windsor
Molly Windsor
Emma
Laura Fraser
Laura Fraser
Prof. Sarah Gordon
Jennifer Spence
Jennifer Spence
Prof. Kathy Torrance
Martin Compston
Martin Compston
Daniel MacAfee
Michael Nardone
Michael Nardone
DCI Neil McKinven
Laurie Brett
Laurie Brett
Izzy Alessi
John Gordon Sinclair
John Gordon Sinclair
Drew Cubbin
Vincent Regan
Vincent Regan
Phil MacAfee
Moyo Akandé
Moyo Akandé
Trina
Badria Timimi
Badria Timimi
Dean Jean Bruzzi
Andrea Hart
Andrea Hart
Janine Muir

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Traces — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Traces?

Traces is streaming on BBC Player in Germany, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Traces on Netflix?

No, Traces is not on Netflix in Germany as of August 2026. It's currently on BBC Player.

Is Traces on Amazon Prime Video?

Traces isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in Germany, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Traces for free?

Traces is available on BBC Player in Germany, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

How many seasons are in Traces?

Traces has 2 seasons in total (12 episodes). The series concluded in 2022.

Are all episodes of Traces out yet?

Yes — all 12 episodes across 2 seasons of Traces are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 3 of Traces?

No — Traces ended after 2 seasons, so there is no Season 3.

Is Traces based on a book?

Yes — Traces is based on a book or novel.