Third Watch (1999)
Kernel Score: 89% · 227 ratings
Genres: Drama, Crime
First aired: 1999-09-23
Seasons: 6 · 131 episodes
Where to watch Third Watch
- Free with ads: The Roku Channel, Tubi
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, Fandango At Home
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
The exploits of a group of men and women who serve the City of New York as police officers, firemen, and paramedics, all working the same fictional 55th precinct during the 3pm to 11pm shift - the 'Third Watch'.
Third Watch parents' guide: ages 11+
Parents need to know that Third Watch is a TV-14 drama following police officers, firefighters, and paramedics serving New York City.
- Violence & scariness: Moderate — Depicts first responders' dangerous work as police, firefighters, and paramedics; TV-14 rated.
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
- Coby Bell as Tyrone Davis Jr.
- Nia Long as Sasha Monroe
- Molly Price as Faith Yokas
- Anthony Ruivivar as Carlos Nieto
- Skipp Sudduth as John Sullivan
- Tia Texada as Maritza Cruz
- Jason Wiles as Maurice Boscorelli
- Cara Buono as Grace Foster
- Josh Stewart as Brendan Finney
Third Watch FAQ
Is Third Watch good?
Third Watch has an 89% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 227 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Third Watch?
In the US you can watch it free with ads on The Roku Channel and Tubi and buy it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and Fandango At Home.
Is Third Watch OK for kids?
Third Watch is rated TV-14. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 11+. Parents need to know that Third Watch is a TV-14 drama following police officers, firefighters, and paramedics serving New York City.
What shows are like Third Watch?
If you liked Third Watch, try Blue Bloods, Hill Street Blues, Chicago Fire and Castle.