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Traces

6.420192 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

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Availability shown for United States · 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

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

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Traces — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Traces?

Traces is streaming on Britbox, BritBox and Kanopy in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Traces on Netflix?

No, Traces is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on Britbox and BritBox.

Is Traces on Amazon Prime Video?

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

Where can I watch Traces for free?

Traces is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy and Hoopla in United States.

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.