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The Singing Detective

7.519861 seasonTV SeriesDramaMystery

Tormented and bedridden by a debilitating disease, a mystery writer relives his detective stories through his imagination and hallucinations.

ProducersKenith Trodd·Rick McCallum

Where to watch

Sky GoSky Go
Availability shown for United Kingdom · rights vary by country

Seasons & Episodes

E1
Skin
Nov 16, 1986 9.0
E2
Heat
Nov 23, 1986 8.0
E3
Lovely Days
Nov 30, 1986 9.0
E4
Clues
Dec 7, 1986
E5
Pitter Patter
Dec 14, 1986
E6
Who Done It
Dec 21, 1986

Cast

MGMichael Gambon
Michael Gambon
Philip Marlow
JWJoanne Whalley
Joanne Whalley
Nurse Mills
DRDavid Ryall
David Ryall
Mr Hall
SCSharon D. Clarke
Sharon D. Clarke
Night Nurse
GHGerard Horan
Gerard Horan
Reginald
RCRon Cook
Ron Cook
First Mysterious Man
GR
George Rossi
Second Mysterious Man

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The Singing Detective — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Singing Detective?

The Singing Detective is streaming on Sky Go in United Kingdom. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Singing Detective on Netflix?

No, The Singing Detective is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of October 2026. It's currently on Sky Go.

Is The Singing Detective on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Singing Detective isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United Kingdom right now. It's on Sky Go instead.

Where can I watch The Singing Detective for free?

The Singing Detective is available on Sky Go in United Kingdom, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

How many seasons are in The Singing Detective?

The Singing Detective has 1 season in total (6 episodes). The series concluded in 1986.

Are all episodes of The Singing Detective out yet?

Yes — all 6 episodes across 1 season of The Singing Detective are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 2 of The Singing Detective?

No — The Singing Detective ended after 1 season, so there is no Season 2.