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Shakespeare & Hathaway - Private Investigators

2018-02-26 · 45 min / episode · ★ 7.1

Comedy · Drama · Mystery

Frank Hathaway, a hardboiled private investigator, and his rookie sidekick Lu Shakespeare form the unlikeliest of partnerships as they investigate the secrets of rural Warwickshire's residents.

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Creators
Jude Tindall, Paul Matthew Thompson
Production companies
BBC Studios Drama Productions
Countries
United Kingdom
Status
Returning Series

Top Cast

Jo JoynerJo JoynerLuella Shakespeare
Mark BentonMark BentonFrank Hathaway
Patrick Walshe McBridePatrick Walshe McBrideSebastian Brudenell

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