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Detectorists

8.220143 seasons15TV SeriesComedy

The lives of two eccentric metal detectorists, who spend their days plodding along ploughed tracks and open fields, hoping to disturb the tedium by unearthing the fortune of a lifetime.

DirectorMackenzie Crook
WriterMackenzie Crook
ProducersGill Isles·Lisa Thomas

Where to watch

Disney PlusDisney PlusBBC iPlayerBBC iPlayer
Availability shown for United Kingdom · rights vary by country

Seasons & Episodes

E1
Episode 1
Nov 8, 2017 7.8
E2
Episode 2
Nov 15, 2017 7.9
E3
Episode 3
Nov 22, 2017 7.9
E4
Episode 4
Nov 29, 2017 7.7
E5
Episode 5
Dec 6, 2017 8.5
E6
Episode 6
Dec 13, 2017 8.0

Cast · Directed by Mackenzie Crook

MCMackenzie Crook
Mackenzie Crook
Andy Stone
TJToby Jones
Toby Jones
Lance Stater
RSRachael Stirling
Rachael Stirling
Becky
GHGerard Horan
Gerard Horan
Terry Seymour
DLDivian Ladwa
Divian Ladwa
Hugh
LCLaura Checkley
Laura Checkley
Louise
PQPearce Quigley
Pearce Quigley
Russell
STSophie Thompson
Sophie Thompson
Sheila Seymour
OBOrion Ben
Orion Ben
Varde

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Detectorists — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Detectorists?

Detectorists is streaming on Disney Plus and BBC iPlayer in United Kingdom, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Detectorists on Netflix?

No, Detectorists is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of September 2026. It's currently on Disney Plus and BBC iPlayer.

Is Detectorists on Amazon Prime Video?

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

Where can I watch Detectorists for free?

Detectorists is available to stream free (with ads) on BBC iPlayer in United Kingdom.

How many seasons are in Detectorists?

Detectorists has 3 seasons in total (18 episodes). The series concluded in 2017.

Are all episodes of Detectorists out yet?

Yes — all 18 episodes across 3 seasons of Detectorists are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 4 of Detectorists?

No — Detectorists ended after 3 seasons, so there is no Season 4.