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Inspector George Gently is a British crime drama set in the 1960s, focusing on the work of Inspector Gently and his team within the North East Constabulary. The series features Martin Shaw as Gentle alongside Lee Ingleby as Detective Sergeant Bacchus, with supporting cast members portraying constables. It was produced by Company Pictures for BBC One based on Alan Hunter’s novels.
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Who plays Inspector George Gently?
Martin Shaw plays Detective Chief Inspector George Gently. Lee Ingleby plays John Bacchus, first as Detective Sergeant and later at a higher rank.
When is Inspector George Gently set?
The series is set in the 1960s and moves through social changes in Britain across its run. Early episodes begin around 1964, and the final series reaches 1970.
Is Inspector George Gently based on books?
Yes. The BBC series is loosely based on Alan Hunter's Inspector Gently novels, though the show moves the setting toward North East England rather than keeping the books' original geography.
How many episodes of Inspector George Gently are there?
Inspector George Gently ran for 8 series and 25 episodes. It aired on BBC One from 2007 to 2017.
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