The Detectives

1993 - 1997•Comedy•NR•5 Seasons•29 Episodes

The absurd adventures of two defective detectives, who - despite unbelievable incompetence - somehow manage to solve their cases (or be nearby when the cases are solved) and retain their jobs.

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Seasons

Season 1

6 Episodes • 1993

Season 2

6 Episodes • 1994

Season 3

6 Episodes • 1995

Season 4

5 Episodes • 1996

Season 5

6 Episodes • 1997

Episodes - Season 1

1. What The Butler Saw

When the Earl of Lisson is murdered, Briggs and Louis try to discover ""who dunnit"".

2. Hostage

A fanatical murderer has escaped from prison and Superintendent Cottam orders Briggs and Louis to catch him but the two detectives would rather be watching the F.A. Cup Final.

3. Teed Off

Johnny McKenna is an arms dealer and a keen golfer. Briggs and Louis have to get evidence of his illegal activities.

4. Acting Constables

Briggs and Louis are assigned to act as advisors for a TV police drama.

5. Studs

Briggs and Louis find themselves on an assignment in Jersey. It isn't long before they get on the wrong side of Jim Bergerac.

6. Strangers In Paradise

Gangster Tony Mazola has been murdered. Superintendent Cottam thinks that gang warfare may be about to start. He sends Briggs and Louis on an undercover assignment to the Paradise Club in the East End of London.

Created by: Jasper Carrott