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Season 1 – Rebus

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40-year-old police detective John Rebus finds himself at a psychological crossroads following an altercation with an Edinburgh gangster.

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Rebus — Season 1

Rebus — Season 1

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Critics Consensus

Achieving true grit thanks to Richard Rankin's ruggedly authentic rendition of Rebus, this modernized take on the literary detective is compulsively watchable entertainment.

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John Anderson Wall Street Journal Nov 7, 2024
John Hannah and Ken Stott played Rebus in earlier series, and both have their charms, but Mr. Rankin is one of those unorthodox casting choices that works. Go to Full Review Dan Einav Financial Times May 31, 2024
3/5
So far so familiar. But if Rebus is much less risk-averse than the novels, with its reliance on formulas, then it does at least flesh out the usual blueprint with local detail. Go to Full Review Hugo Rifkind The Times (UK) May 23, 2024
Rebus is a big name in fictional detectives, but this show makes a point of not pulling its punches for the ease of the casual viewer. Go to Full Review Barbara Ellen Observer (UK) May 29, 2024
4/5
The essentials of Rebus haven’t been airbrushed out of existence. Here is a bruised, compromised man, complete with stubble, dry-as-dust cynical humour and a penchant for the wind-up. Go to Full Review Aidan Smith Scotsman May 28, 2024
Rankin is terrific. Terrifically morose and misanthropic, that is. Go to Full Review Alison Rowat The Herald (Scotland) May 23, 2024
I like this new model Rebus, as played by Richard Rankin. His Rebus is every big brother that ever slagged you affectionately, but he can also be a rotten so-and-so. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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bob C @RT46426964 Jul 16, 2026 OK for most then collapsed into poor finale designed to enable another series. See more John M @Mack33 Aug 5, 2025 Just when character development was getting strong, the season ends. A bit too much back and forth with the ex. Needs more action in the story line. See more Paul D @LVHothead Nov 16, 2024 This is a very good series. Richard Raskin is much different from Ken Stott, but he’s great in the role. I also liked Rebus’ partner and ex-wife, too. This series reminded me of “Crime”, starring Dougray Scott. See more Ze F @Coisa Sep 9, 2024 It comes out of nowhere and ends up dragging the audience along with unimportant dialogue in uninteresting scenes. You've probably seen millions of series like this and there are many others out there, this is one of the worst examples of the style. Don't waste your time. See more Jessica - @RT64312967 Jul 21, 2024 The casting was great. Rankin is a sympathetic and handsome lead. I like the fact that none of the main characters are without fault and all have their vices. I was sucked into the story and watched the whole season over a number of days. The only bits of criticism are: As the gangsters were introduced only briefly, it was a bit confusing who was who and what their names were. It would be better to give them more introduction in the beginning. I would also love to see more background on Rebus, his family, the main police colleagues and the gangsters to give them well-rounded personalities. And lastly, more iconic shots of Edinburgh, please! See more Andrei D @RT74856639 Jul 14, 2024 Mostly formulaic but it has moments See more Read all reviews
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Sean Buchanan

George Blantyre

Michelle Duncan

Maggie Blantyre

Richard Rankin

John Rebus

Caroline Lee Johnson

Gill Templer

Nick Rhys

Lockie Moncrieffe

Stuart Bowman

Ger Cafferty

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired May 17, 2024 A violent street attack is investigated by DS John Rebus and new detective Siobhan Clarke; however, it's John's family that pose unexpected problems, along with an awkward affair. Details Episode 2 Aired May 17, 2024 Hard-up Michael Rebus' rash act in Fife has bloody consequences for his brother John; meanwhile, Siobhan finds out who stopped the street attack, and John confesses to contact with the criminal Cafferty. Details Episode 3 Aired May 17, 2024 John's words come back to haunt him, while his brother abducts drug dealer Darryl Christie and recruits ex-army comrades for a risky raid; John hears his paralysed former partner's confession. Details Episode 4 Aired May 17, 2024 John is frustrated at family gatherings, unaware that the Cafferty and Christie rivalry is viciously escalating, with Michael at its heart. Details Episode 5 Aired May 17, 2024 Michael has motivation to kill Cafferty, as has John, while Darryl Christie tries retaliation, using Siobhan to help his plan. Details Episode 6 Aired May 17, 2024 Lives are at stake, with John's loyalties torn and more revelations to come, while Rhona questions Chrissie, but home truths prove more dangerous. Details

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Season Info

Director
Niall MacCormick
Screenwriter
Gregory Burke
Network
BBCSCHD
Genre
Crime, Drama
Original Language
British English
Release Date
May 17, 2024
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