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Lovejoy

1986·Series·TV-PG·50 min·7.4(52)

In the shady world of antiques, Lovejoy has a knack for finding the truth.

The adventures of the eponymous Lovejoy, a likeable but roguish antiques dealer based in East Anglia. Within the trade, he has a reputation as a “divvie”, a person with an almost supernatural powers for recognising exceptional items as well as distinguishing genuine antique from clever fakes or forgeries.

Where to watch Lovejoy in United States

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Where is Lovejoy streaming around the world?

CountryStreaming onRent / Buy
United StatesBritbox Apple TV Channel , PBS, BritBox, PBS Masterpiece Amazon ChannelGoogle Play Movies
United KingdomSky Go, Channel 4, UKTV Play
CanadaPBS Masterpiece Amazon Channel, BritBox Amazon Channel, AcornTV Amazon Channel, BritBox

About Lovejoy

Lovejoy is a 1986 English-language comedy, drama and mystery series created by Ian La Frenais and Jonathan Gash. The cast is led by Ian McShane, Dudley Sutton, Caroline Langrishe. It spans 6 seasons and 73 episodes and has concluded. Viewers rate it 7.4/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Britbox Apple TV Channel , PBS, BritBox.

Lovejoy was produced by BBC and made in United Kingdom. It was first aired on January 10, 1986, and carries a TV-PG certification.

Created by
Ian La Frenais, Jonathan Gash
First aired
January 10, 1986
Last aired
December 4, 1994
Original language
English
Age rating
TV-PG
Status
Ended
Seasons
6 (73 episodes)
Network
BBC One
Country
United Kingdom
Production
BBC
#antique dealer#rogue

Lovejoy cast & crew

Lovejoy was created by Ian La Frenais and Jonathan Gash.

The cast features Ian McShane as Lovejoy, Dudley Sutton as Tinker Dill, Caroline Langrishe as Charlotte Cavendish, and Diane Parish as Beth Taylor.

Behind the camera, it was produced by Colin Shindler.

Is Lovejoy worth watching?

Lovejoy holds an audience score of 7.4/10 from 52 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed comedy series.

With 6 seasons and 73 episodes, it's a long-haul binge.

If you enjoy comedy, drama, and mystery, Lovejoy is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch Lovejoy

In United States, you can stream Lovejoy on Britbox Apple TV Channel , PBS, BritBox, PBS Masterpiece Amazon Channel, and BritBox Amazon Channel, or rent and buy it on Google Play Movies. Click any service above to open it directly.

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Cast of Lovejoy

Ian McShane

Ian McShane

Lovejoy

Dudley Sutton

Dudley Sutton

Tinker Dill

Caroline Langrishe

Caroline Langrishe

Charlotte Cavendish

Diane Parish

Diane Parish

Beth Taylor

Lovejoy — FAQs

Where can I watch Lovejoy in United States?

Lovejoy is streaming on Britbox Apple TV Channel , PBS, BritBox, PBS Masterpiece Amazon Channel in United States.

Is Lovejoy on Britbox Apple TV Channel ?

Yes — Lovejoy is currently available on Britbox Apple TV Channel in United States.

What language is Lovejoy in?

Lovejoy is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How many seasons of Lovejoy are there?

Lovejoy has 6 seasons with 73 episodes in total.

What is Lovejoy rated?

Lovejoy is rated TV-PG. It holds a 7.4/10 audience score from 52 ratings.

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