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Code of a Killer

7.320151 seasonTV 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 United Kingdom · 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

DTDavid Threlfall
David Threlfall
DCS David Baker
JSJohn Simm
John Simm
Alec Jeffreys
AMAnna Madeley
Anna Madeley
Sue Jeffreys
ATAndrew Tiernan
Andrew Tiernan
DS Geoff Taylor
LCLorcan Cranitch
Lorcan Cranitch
DI Alan Madden
DADorothy Atkinson
Dorothy Atkinson
Barbara Ashworth
NENeil Edmond
Neil Edmond
Robin Ashworth
HWHannah Walters
Hannah Walters
Kath Eastwood
GSGed Simmons
Ged Simmons
Eddie Eastwood
LBLydia Rose Bewley
Lydia Rose Bewley
Vicky Wilson
JD
Jaz Deol
DC Taran Kholi
ANAdam 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 ITVX Premium and ITVX in United Kingdom. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Code of a Killer on Netflix?

No, Code of a Killer is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of August 2026. It's currently on ITVX Premium and ITVX.

Is Code of a Killer on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Code of a Killer isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United Kingdom right now. It's on ITVX Premium and ITVX instead.

Where can I watch Code of a Killer for free?

Code of a Killer is available to stream free (with ads) on ITVX in United Kingdom.

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).