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A war veteran turned private detective operates out of a tiny office in London’s Denmark Street. Although wounded both physically and psychologically, his unique insight and background as a military police investigator prove crucial in solving complex crimes that have baffled the police. Based on the bestselling novels written by J.K. Rowling under the pseudonym Robert Galbraith.

6 Seasons
19 Episodes
Returning Series
Crime Drama Mystery
Cast & Characters
episode image Episode 4
8.6/10 (845 votes)

#1 Episode 4

S5:E4

Strike realises that Margot’s killer is responsible for many other murders that have gone undetected, and lays a trap.

episode image Episode 3
8.3/10 (644 votes)

#2 Episode 3

S5:E3

Spurred on by the father of a young woman who also went missing in the 1970s, the detectives attempt to outwit an incarcerated serial killer who may hold the key to the case.

episode image Episode 2
8.2/10 (685 votes)

#3 Episode 2

S5:E2

The investigation takes a dangerous turn as a disturbing piece of evidence leads Robin and Strike into London’s underworld. Robin risks her life by pursuing a vicious suspect.

episode image Episode 1
8.1/10 (915 votes)

#4 Episode 1

S5:E1

Strike is approached by a woman asking for help to find her mother, Margot Bamborough, who went missing in 1974 when a psychopathic serial killer stalked the streets.

episode image Episode 3
8.0/10 (1291 votes)

#5 Episode 3

S1:E3

Long-buried secrets are revealed, putting Strike and Robin in danger as they close in the killer.

episode image Episode 1
8.0/10 (1067 votes)

#6 Episode 1

S3:E1

A dismembered leg sent to Strike's office sends both his and Robin's lives into disarray, forcing them to confront spectres from their pasts.

episode image Episode 2
8.0/10 (1001 votes)

#7 Episode 2

S3:E2

Strike and Robin's partnership reaches breaking point as Robin's wedding approaches, and they disagree about how to ensnare a man who abuses children.

episode image Episode 3
8.0/10 (754 votes)

#8 Episode 3

S4:E3

Robin discovers a startling truth close to home. The government minister’s blackmailer becomes the prime suspect in the case, but Robin and Strike believe there was an accomplice.

episode image Episode 4
8.0/10 (787 votes)

#9 Episode 4

S4:E4

Robin admits the truth to Strike, and a valuable clue helps them solve the case. Season finale.

episode image Episode 1
7.9/10 (1823 votes)

#10 Episode 1

S1:E1

Cormoran Strike, an injured war veteran turned PI, and secretary Robin Ellacott seek the truth surrounding the mysterious death of supermodel Lula Landry.

episode image Episode 2
7.9/10 (1351 votes)

#11 Episode 2

S1:E2

Strike makes a breakthrough. Robin is offered a permanent job in HR but is reluctant to take it.

episode image Episode 1
7.8/10 (1164 votes)

#12 Episode 1

S2:E1

War veteran turned private investigator Cormoran Strike investigates the disappearance of a provocative author. Robin is caught between Strike and Matthew's hopes.

episode image Episode 1
7.8/10 (989 votes)

#13 Episode 1

S4:E1

Cormoran Strike and Robin Ellacott are at odds following Robin’s wedding to Matthew, but there’s no time to mull over the new distance within their professional relationship, as a frightening visit from a potential client puts a new case on the table - and Robin and Strike set to work looking into reports of a strangled child.

episode image Episode 2
7.8/10 (796 votes)

#14 Episode 2

S4:E2

A startling discovery seems to confirm the story of the strangled child, but the team are forced to leave the scene before they can properly investigate. Fearing their witness is in danger, they redouble their efforts to find him.

episode image Episode 2
7.7/10 (1071 votes)

#15 Episode 2

S2:E2

Delving deeper into the hidden meanings and concealed secrets of Bombyx Mori, Strike and Robin scour all corners of London's literary world to unmask the killer.

episode image Episode 4
7.6/10 (425 votes)

#16 Episode 4

S6:E4

The agency is the target of a devastating attack. Strike figures out who killed Edie, and having secured proof, Robin puts herself in danger in order to save lives.

episode image Episode 1
7.4/10 (615 votes)

#17 Episode 1

S6:E1

Edie Ledwell, the co-creator of a cult TV cartoon, The Ink Black Heart, is being harassed by an online figure, Anomie. She asks Robin to uncover Anomie's true identity.

episode image Episode 3
7.4/10 (399 votes)

#18 Episode 3

S6:E3

Robin and Strike make a major breakthrough, having eliminated several suspects. Robin's cover is blown, and Strike stays the night at her new flat. Meanwhile, Anomie claims another two victims.

episode image Episode 2
7.3/10 (446 votes)

#19 Episode 2

S6:E2

Robin, Strike and Barclay all take risks to further the investigation now that they think Anomie probably killed Edie Ledwell. Strike receives an unexpected and unwelcome visitor.

Cast & Chracters

character image Cormoran Strike

Cormoran Strike

Actor: Tom Burke
character image Robin Ellacott

Robin Ellacott

Actor: Holliday Grainger
character image Sam Barclay

Sam Barclay

Actor: Jack Greenlees
character image Pat Chauncey

Pat Chauncey

Actor: Ruth Sheen
character image Katya Upcott

Katya Upcott

Actor: Emma Fielding
character image DCI Richard Murphy

DCI Richard Murphy

Actor: Stephen Hagan

The highest rated episode of Strike is "Episode 4" (S5E4) with a rating of 8.60.

This episode received 845 votes.


The lowest rated episode is "Episode 2" (S6E2) with a rating of 7.30.

This episode received 446 votes.

The highest rated episode is "Episode 3" (S1E3) with a rating of 8.00.

This episode received 1,291 votes.


The lowest rated episode is "Episode 1" (S1E1) with a rating of 7.90.

This episode received 1,823 votes.

The highest rated episode is "Episode 1" (S2E1) with a rating of 7.80.

This episode received 1,164 votes.


The lowest rated episode is "Episode 2" (S2E2) with a rating of 7.70.

This episode received 1,071 votes.

The highest rated episode is "Episode 1" (S3E1) with a rating of 8.00.

This episode received 1,067 votes.


The lowest rated episode is "Episode 1" (S3E1) with a rating of 8.00.

This episode received 1,067 votes.

The highest rated episode is "Episode 3" (S4E3) with a rating of 8.00.

This episode received 754 votes.


The lowest rated episode is "Episode 1" (S4E1) with a rating of 7.80.

This episode received 989 votes.

The highest rated episode is "Episode 4" (S5E4) with a rating of 8.60.

This episode received 845 votes.


The lowest rated episode is "Episode 1" (S5E1) with a rating of 8.10.

This episode received 915 votes.

The highest rated episode is "Episode 4" (S6E4) with a rating of 7.60.

This episode received 425 votes.


The lowest rated episode is "Episode 2" (S6E2) with a rating of 7.30.

This episode received 446 votes.

Name Department Job
Ben Richards Crew Creator
J.K. Rowling Production Executive Producer
Neil Blair Production Producer
Ruth Kenley-Letts Production Producer

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