Endeavour (2013)

Synopsis

The early days of a young Endeavour Morse, whose experiences as a detective constable with the Oxford City Police will ultimately shape his future.

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Where to watch

Stream

• Amazon Prime Video
• PBS
• PBS Masterpiece Amazon Channel
• Amazon Prime Video with Ads
• Thirteen
• WETA+

Buy

• Amazon Video
• Apple TV Store
• Google Play Movies
• Fandango At Home

Streaming availability via JustWatch

Cast

• Shaun Evans as DC Endeavour Morse
• Roger Allam as DI Fred Thursday
• James Bradshaw as Dr. Max DeBryn
• Sean Rigby as DS Jim Strange
• Caroline O'Neill as Winifred 'Win' Thursday
• Abigail Thaw as Dorothea Frazil
• Anton Lesser as CS Reginald Bright
• Sara Vickers as Joan Thursday
• Dakota Blue Richards as WPC Shirley Trewlove
• Jack Laskey as DS Peter Jakes

If you liked Endeavour, try

• Elementary
• Agatha Christie's Poirot
• Ironside
• Murder, She Wrote
• Homicide: Life on the Street
• Third Watch
• Hill Street Blues
• Vera

BingeNext's take

If you enjoy classic crime dramas with a strong sense of place and character, Endeavour is a great pick. Following the early career of a young detective constable in Oxford, the show blends mystery and drama in a way that feels thoughtful and engaging rather than rushed. Shaun Evans brings a quiet intensity to the role, supported by a solid cast including Roger Allam and Abigail Thaw. Each episode runs about 90 minutes, giving plenty of time to sink into the story without feeling like a full movie. With nine seasons and 35 episodes, it’s perfect for anyone who likes a slow burn and appreciates the kind of detective work that’s more about observation and deduction than action. If you’ve enjoyed shows like Elementary or Agatha Christie’s Poirot, you’ll likely find Endeavour fits right into that comforting yet intriguing niche.