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DCI Banks

7.120115 seasonsTV-14TV SeriesCrimeDrama

A thrilling drama based on the novels by Peter Robinson. Stephen Tompkinson and Andrea Lowe star as the tenacious and stubborn Chief Inspector Alan Banks and the feisty and headstrong Detective Sergeant Annie Cabbot.

ProducersAnne-Louise Russell·Andy Harries

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Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Seasons & Episodes

E1
To Burn in Every Drop of Blood: Part 1
Aug 31, 2016 7.0
E2
To Burn in Every Drop of Blood: Part 2
Sep 7, 2016 7.0
E3
A Little Bit of Heart: Part 1
Sep 14, 2016 7.0
E4
A Little Bit of Heart: Part 2
Sep 21, 2016 7.0
E5
Undertow: Part 1
Sep 28, 2016 7.7
E6
Undertow: Part 2
Oct 5, 2016 8.3

Cast

Stephen Tompkinson
Stephen Tompkinson
Alan Banks
Andrea Lowe
Andrea Lowe
Annie Cabbot
Caroline Catz
Caroline Catz
Helen Morton
Jack Deam
Jack Deam
Ken Blackstone
Samuel Anderson
Samuel Anderson
Vince Grady

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DCI Banks — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams DCI Banks?

DCI Banks is streaming on Britbox Apple TV Channel and BritBox in United States, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is DCI Banks on Netflix?

No, DCI Banks is not on Netflix in United States as of August 2026. It's currently on Britbox Apple TV Channel and BritBox.

Is DCI Banks on Amazon Prime Video?

No, DCI Banks isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now. It's on Britbox Apple TV Channel and BritBox instead.

Where can I watch DCI Banks for free?

DCI Banks is available to stream free (with ads) on Hoopla in United States.

How many seasons are in DCI Banks?

DCI Banks has 5 seasons in total (30 episodes). The series concluded in 2016.

Are all episodes of DCI Banks out yet?

Yes — all 30 episodes across 5 seasons of DCI Banks are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 6 of DCI Banks?

No — DCI Banks ended after 5 seasons, so there is no Season 6.

What book is DCI Banks based on?

DCI Banks is based on Inspector Alan Banks.