TV series
A thrilling drama based on the novels by Peter Robinson. Stephen Tompkinson and Andrea Lowe star as the tenacious and stubborn Chief Inspector Alan Banks and the feisty and headstrong Detective Sergeant Annie Cabbot.
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Checked Jul 22, 2026
DCI Banks is available to stream on Britbox, Britbox (Via Amazon Prime), and Hoopla in United States. You can also rent or buy it from Google Play, Apple TV, and Fandango at Home. Use the direct links below to open the provider.
A thrilling drama based on the novels by Peter Robinson. Stephen Tompkinson and Andrea Lowe star as the tenacious and stubborn Chief Inspector Alan Banks and the feisty and headstrong Detective Sergeant Annie Cabbot.
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Episode 1
A mysterious phone message leads Banks to Harrogate to search for his estranged younger brother, while the team investigate the murder of a young woman.
Directed by Tim FywellWritten by Robert MurphyGuest stars James Boyland, Anna Wilson-Jones, Scarlett Rose Patterson
Episode 2
When a body found at Halton quarry turns out to be his missing brother, Banks must return to his childhood home to inform his parents of the terrible news.
Directed by Tim FywellWritten by Robert Murphy
Episode 3
When a hitman bursts into the luxury home of Keith Rothwell and shoots him dead in cold blood, Banks is struck by the strange reactions of his family.
Directed by Jim LoachWritten by Rob Williams
Episode 4
With Pamela Jeffries in a coma, Banks is even more determined to find Rothwell's killer. And against orders he decides to question MP Martin Fleming.
Directed by Jim LoachWritten by Rob Williams
Episode 5
Banks and his team investigate the murder of the daughter of an internet entrepreneur. The prime suspect is quickly identified, but Morton is not so sure.
Directed by Mat KingWritten by Andrew Payne, Rob WilliamsGuest stars Alice Henley
Episode 6
In spite of the trial of Owen Pierce collapsing, Banks still believes that he is the murderer. But Morton tries to persuade him to keep an open mind.
Directed by Mat KingWritten by Andrew Payne, Rob WilliamsGuest stars Alice Henley
Episode information updated Jul 24, 2026
Stephen TompkinsonAlan Banks
Andrea LoweAnnie Cabbot
Caroline CatzHelen Morton
Jack DeamKen Blackstone
Samuel AndersonVince Grady
Lorraine BurroughsWinsome Jackman
Danny RahimTariq Lang
Charlie HeatonGary McCready
ITV1United Kingdom
Left Bank PicturesUnited Kingdom
