Detectorists (2014): episodes, history and where to watch

AT A GLANCE

Detectorists first went out in October 2014 on BBC Four. It ran until 2022, with 3 series and 18 episodes so far. In the UK you can usually find it on BBC iPlayer.

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Why it is worth your time

Two metal detectorists in a north Essex field, hoping for Saxon gold and mostly finding ring-pulls. Mackenzie Crook’s quiet, funny, beautiful series about friendship.

The details

First broadcast: 2 October 2014
Originally on: BBC Four
On air: 2014–2022
Series: 3
Episodes: 18
Typical length: 30 minutes
Genres: Comedy
Usually found on: BBC iPlayer
First episode: “Episode 1”

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Detectorists: quick answers

When did Detectorists start?

On 2 October 2014, on BBC Four.

How many episodes of Detectorists are there?

18 had been broadcast by 14 October 2026, across 3 series. The last aired in 2022.

Where can I watch Detectorists now?

Officially it is usually on BBC iPlayer, though rights change.

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