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Season 1 – Bookish

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Gabriel Book, proprietor of an antiquarian bookshop, relies on his vast collection to unravel baffling cases; he nurtures a group of lovable yet troubled individuals, providing informal protection and guidance.
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Bookish — Season 1

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Critics Consensus

Bookish may have the hallmarks of a vintage Holmes, but this detective trek is refreshingly modern and lovely company.

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Judy Berman TIME Magazine Feb 2
Book’s whole bookseller-by-day, gumshoe-by-night deal is adorable, as is his chummy marriage to his childhood friend Trottie. Go to Full Review John Anderson Wall Street Journal Jan 9
Among the yet-to-be-solved questions surrounding “Bookish” is whether viewers will, like a 1946 London policeman, find Book insufferable, or if Mr. Gatiss and his insistent twinkle find a place in their hearts. My bet is on the latter. Go to Full Review Robert Lloyd Los Angeles Times Jan 8
Like the best, by which I mean my favorite such series, it’s humorous and fun, while also being human and sad. Go to Full Review Ty'Kira Smalls Common Sense Media Jan 20
3/5
Bookish burns like a very long wick on a candle: incredibly slowly. Go to Full Review Belen Prieto Espinof Oct 22
4/5
With its slow pace, its carefully curated aesthetic, and a script that combines mystery, irony, and tenderness, the series is a delight. [Full review in Spanish] Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Ma'ark T @RT57514104 Jun 4 Bookish has real potential. I love a good murder mystery and enjoyed the cases. However, the pacing just wasn't quite there, and the tone just didn't quite hit the mark. There were some funny bits but the humour was a bit on the nose. I might watch future seasons but I am not hanging out for it. See more Sara M. @skdenver999 Feb 17 I made this account just so I could rate Bookish as high as possible. Its absolutely perfect! Mysterious, funny, moving, and never boring. I laughed, I cried, it's the best thing on TV rn. See more Jose Luis M @RT41734056 Jan 27 Si te gustan las series de misterio y asesinatos por resolver, esta serie será de tu agrado, ligera y entretenida See more Cindy M @CindyCindy Jan 26 The post WWII setting could be a character in the story but is minimally so, a big mistake by the writer and producers. The first two episodes (parts 1 and 2) are slow and watching is tedious as the characters and writing are utterly unoriginal. Add to that dull characters and we have the perfect mix for a failed recipe. Book is imperious and not particularly likeable and is a one dimensional and predictable, stale sterotype. The storyline moves slowly and feels very Agatha Christie. Unoriginal. And the supposedly clever name Book is not clever or funny. See more Nicholas D. @9toes Jan 25 I found this story very entertaining and well written as well as well acted. I have finished all 6 episodes so therefore I’m going to wait for season 2. The story line is reminiscent of Film Noir even though it’s in color. If you enjoy dramatic mystery then you can enjoy the ride If not then try it it may fit into your liking. Also you can stop at any time but please be kind to it in your review as we the fans want more information from Bookish. See more Jonathan M @Jonathan555 Jan 14 I have PBS Passport, so I was able to view the whole limited series. A show set in post-WWII that has stilted dialogue out of the 50s-60s. Overacted and predictable. See more Read all reviews
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Mark Gatiss

Creator

Mark Gatiss

Gabriel Book

Polly Walker

Trottie Book

Connor Finch

Jack

Elliot Levey

Inspector Bliss

Buket Komur

Nora

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Jul 16, 2025 Slightly Foxed There's a new assistant to train at Book's Books, but the excavation of a nearby bomb site that's full of skeletons leads to bookselling taking a back seat. Details Episode 2 Aired Jul 16, 2025 Slightly Foxed Bliss and Book's investigation into Harkup's death continues as Book discovers some surprising evidence in the case of the bomb site skeletons. Details Episode 3 Aired Jul 23, 2025 Deadly Nitrate There's excitement in the air when a film crew arrive at Archangel Lane, until an extra drops dead after eating poisoned chocolates meant for one of the cast. Details Episode 4 Aired Jul 23, 2025 Deadly Nitrate Book must race against time to uncover the truth before anyone else ends up dead; Jack gets an unexpected answer when he confronts Trottie and Book. Details Episode 5 Aired Jul 16, 2025 Such Devoted Sisters When an army captain drinks a poisoned cocktail, there are multiple suspects, including Trottie; two exiled princesses believe that he was not the intended victim. Details Episode 6 Aired Jul 16, 2025 Such Devoted Sisters As tension builds, the staff at the Walsingham Hotel rebel; Book discovers something quite curious in Captain Victor Orr's little black book. Details

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Bookish — Season 1

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Season Info

Director
Carolina Giammetta
Creator
Mark Gatiss
Screenwriter
Tim Morris, Matthew Sweet
Network
ALIBI
Genre
Crime, Drama
Original Language
British English
Release Date
Jul 16, 2025