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Motive

2013·Series·TV-14·44 min·6.4(89)

The murder is just the beginning.

A team of Vancouver investigators, led by homicide detective Angie Flynn, sets out to uncover the motive of each puzzling murder by discovering the killer's connection to the victim. Viewers get a glimpse of the killer before and after the crime is committed.

Where to watch Motive in United States

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Where is Motive streaming around the world?

CountryStreaming onRent / Buy
United StatesAmazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies
United KingdomApple TV Store, Amazon Video
AustraliaApple TV Store
GermanyApple TV Store, Amazon Video, MagentaTV
FranceSFR Play, Universal+ Amazon ChannelApple TV Store
SpainMovistar Plus+, Movistar Plus+ Ficción Total

About Motive

Motive is a 2013 English-language crime, drama and mystery series created by Daniel Cerone. The cast is led by Kristin Lehman, Louis Ferreira, Brendan Penny. It spans 4 seasons and 52 episodes and has concluded. Viewers rate it 6.4/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

Motive was produced by Foundation Features and Universal Television and made in Canada. It was first aired on February 3, 2013, and carries a TV-14 certification.

Created by
Daniel Cerone
First aired
February 3, 2013
Last aired
August 30, 2016
Original language
English
Age rating
TV-14
Status
Ended
Seasons
4 (52 episodes)
Network
CTV
Country
Canada
Production
Foundation Features, Universal Television
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Motive cast & crew

Motive was created by Daniel Cerone.

The cast features Kristin Lehman as Detective Angie Flynn, Louis Ferreira as Detective Oscar Vega, Brendan Penny as Detective Brian Lucas, and Lauren Holly as Dr. Betty Rogers.

Behind the camera, it was produced by Kristin Lehman and Lindsay MacAdam.

Is Motive worth watching?

Motive holds an audience score of 6.4/10 from 89 ratings, a solidly received crime series.

With 4 seasons and 52 episodes, it's a long-haul binge.

If you enjoy crime, drama, and mystery, Motive is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch Motive

Motive isn't on a subscription service in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home.

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Cast of Motive

Kristin Lehman

Kristin Lehman

Detective Angie Flynn

Louis Ferreira

Louis Ferreira

Detective Oscar Vega

Brendan Penny

Brendan Penny

Detective Brian Lucas

Lauren Holly

Lauren Holly

Dr. Betty Rogers

Motive — FAQs

Where can I watch Motive in United States?

Motive is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.

What language is Motive in?

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

How many seasons of Motive are there?

Motive has 4 seasons with 52 episodes in total.

What is Motive rated?

Motive is rated TV-14. It holds a 6.4/10 audience score from 89 ratings.

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