Bergerac (1981): episodes, history and where to watch

AT A GLANCE

Bergerac first went out in October 1981 on BBC One. It ran until 1991, with 9 series and 86 episodes so far. Where it streams changes often, so check the official services before paying for one.

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Why it is worth your time

John Nettles as Jim Bergerac of the Bureau des Étrangers, solving crime on Jersey in a 1947 Triumph Roadster. Sunshine, tax exiles and smugglers.

The details

First broadcast: 18 October 1981
Originally on: BBC One
On air: 1981–1991
Series: 9
Episodes: 86
Typical length: 53 minutes
Genres: Drama, Action, Adventure
First episode: “Picking It Up”

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Bergerac: quick answers

When did Bergerac start?

On 18 October 1981, on BBC One.

How many episodes of Bergerac are there?

86 had been broadcast by 14 October 2026, across 9 series. The last aired in 1991.

Where can I watch Bergerac now?

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Dates and episode counts from TVmaze (2026-10-14), CC BY-SA 4.0. Artwork © its owners, shown only to identify the programme.