Detectorists (2014)
Kernel Score: 90% · 173 ratings
Genres: Comedy
First aired: 2014-10-02
Seasons: 3 · 18 episodes
Where to watch Detectorists
- Stream: Fubo, Acorn TV, Spectrum On Demand, Acorn TV Apple TV channel
- Free with ads: The CW, Hoopla, Fawesome, The Roku Channel, Plex
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
The lives of two eccentric metal detectorists, who spend their days plodding along ploughed tracks and open fields, hoping to disturb the tedium by unearthing the fortune of a lifetime.
Detectorists parents' guide: ages 11+
Parents need to know that Detectorists is a gentle TV-14 British sitcom about two eccentric metal-detecting hobbyists.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official TV-14 rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Cast
- Mackenzie Crook as Andy Stone
- Toby Jones as Lance Stater
- Rachael Stirling as Becky
- Gerard Horan as Terry
- Divian Ladwa as Hugh
- Laura Checkley as Louise
- Pearce Quigley as Russell
- Sophie Thompson as Sheila
- Orion Ben as Varde
Detectorists FAQ
Is Detectorists good?
Detectorists has a 90% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 173 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Detectorists?
In the US you can stream Detectorists on Fubo, Acorn TV, Spectrum On Demand and Acorn TV Apple TV channel, watch it free with ads on The CW, Hoopla, Fawesome, The Roku Channel and Plex and buy it from Prime Video, Apple TV and Google Play.
Is Detectorists OK for kids?
Detectorists is rated TV-14. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 11+. Parents need to know that Detectorists is a gentle TV-14 British sitcom about two eccentric metal-detecting hobbyists.
What shows are like Detectorists?
If you liked Detectorists, try My Name Is Earl, American Housewife, Mr. Bean and Key & Peele.