Real Detective
With narrative driven exclusively by the detectives themselves, each episode ventures deep into the mind of a homicide detective as they describe in vivid detail the one case forever ingrained in their memory.
Where to watch Real Detective in United States
Discovery+ Amazon Channel
Investigation Discovery
Discovery +
Amazon Video
Apple TV Store
Google Play Movies
Fandango At HomeClick a service to open Real Detective there. Availability last verified on July 17, 2026.
Where is Real Detective streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Discovery+ Amazon Channel, Investigation Discovery, Discovery + | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| United Kingdom | Sky Go | — |
| Canada | Discovery + | — |
| Australia | — | Apple TV Store |
About Real Detective
Real Detective is a 2016 English-language drama, documentary and crime series. It spans 2 seasons and 16 episodes. In United States, it is currently streaming on Discovery+ Amazon Channel, Investigation Discovery, Discovery +.
Real Detective was produced by WAM and made in United States of America. It was first aired on January 7, 2016, and carries a TV-14 certification.
- First aired
- January 7, 2016
- Last aired
- April 20, 2017
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- TV-14
- Status
- Canceled
- Seasons
- 2 (16 episodes)
- Network
- Investigation Discovery
- Country
- United States of America
- Production
- WAM
Is Real Detective worth watching?
With 2 seasons and 16 episodes, it's a meaty weekend watch.
If you enjoy drama, documentary, and crime, Real Detective is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Real Detective
In United States, you can stream Real Detective on Discovery+ Amazon Channel, Investigation Discovery, and Discovery +, or rent and buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. Click any service above to open it directly.
Streaming rights change country by country and month by month, so the options above reflect United States today — switch your country at the top of the where-to-watch section to see availability elsewhere.
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Real Detective — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Real Detective in United States?
Real Detective is streaming on Discovery+ Amazon Channel, Investigation Discovery, Discovery + in United States.
▸Is Real Detective on Discovery+ Amazon Channel?
Yes — Real Detective is currently available on Discovery+ Amazon Channel in United States.
▸What language is Real Detective in?
Real Detective is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How many seasons of Real Detective are there?
Real Detective has 2 seasons with 16 episodes in total.
▸What is Real Detective rated?
Real Detective is rated TV-14. It holds a 7.6/10 audience score from 29 ratings.
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