Shetland
“Murder is only a ferry ride away.”
Created from the novels by award winning crime writer Ann Cleeves, Shetland follows DI Jimmy Perez and his team as they investigate crime within the close knit island community. In this isolated and sometimes inhospitable environment, the team have to rely on a uniquely resourceful style of policing.
Where to watch Shetland in United States
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Fandango At HomeClick a service to open Shetland there. Availability last verified on June 20, 2026.
Where is Shetland streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Britbox Apple TV Channel , BritBox, BritBox Amazon Channel | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| United Kingdom | Sky Go, ITVX Premium, BBC iPlayer | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Canada | BritBox Amazon Channel, BritBox, Britbox Apple TV Channel | Apple TV Store |
| Australia | BritBox, Britbox Apple TV Channel , BritBox Amazon Channel, ABC iview | Apple TV Store |
| Germany | ARD Mediathek | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, MagentaTV |
| France | Canal+ | Canal VOD |
| Spain | Filmin | — |
| Japan | Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, Cinefil Wow Plus Amazon Channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Amazon Video |
| South Korea | wavve, Watcha, TVING | — |
About Shetland
Shetland is a 2013 English-language crime, drama and mystery series created by Ann Cleaves. The cast is led by Ashley Jensen, Alison O'Donnell, Steven Robertson. It spans 10 seasons and 56 episodes and is still running. Viewers rate it 7.5/10 across 200 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Britbox Apple TV Channel , BritBox, BritBox Amazon Channel.
Shetland was produced by ITV Studios and BBC Scotland and made in United Kingdom. It was first aired on March 10, 2013, and carries a TV-PG certification.
- Created by
- Ann Cleaves
- First aired
- March 10, 2013
- Last aired
- December 10, 2025
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- TV-PG
- Status
- Returning Series
- Seasons
- 10 (56 episodes)
- Network
- BBC One, BBC Four
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Production
- ITV Studios, BBC Scotland
Shetland cast & crew
Shetland was created by Ann Cleaves.
The cast features Ashley Jensen as DI Ruth Calder, Alison O'Donnell as DI Alison 'Tosh' McIntosh, Steven Robertson as DC Sandy Wilson, and Lewis Howden as Sgt Billy McCabe.
Behind the camera, it was produced by Louise V. Say and Gaynor Holmes.
Is Shetland worth watching?
Shetland holds an audience score of 7.5/10 from 208 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed crime series.
With 10 seasons and 56 episodes, it's a long-haul binge.
If you enjoy crime, drama, and mystery, Shetland is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Shetland
In United States, you can stream Shetland on Britbox Apple TV Channel , BritBox, and BritBox Amazon Channel, 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.
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Cast of Shetland
Ashley Jensen
DI Ruth Calder
Alison O'Donnell
DI Alison 'Tosh' McIntosh
Steven Robertson
DC Sandy Wilson
Lewis Howden
Sgt Billy McCabe
Shetland — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Shetland in United States?
Shetland is streaming on Britbox Apple TV Channel , BritBox, BritBox Amazon Channel in United States.
▸Is Shetland on Britbox Apple TV Channel ?
Yes — Shetland is currently available on Britbox Apple TV Channel in United States.
▸What language is Shetland in?
Shetland is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How many seasons of Shetland are there?
Shetland has 10 seasons with 56 episodes in total, and it is still running.
▸What is Shetland rated?
Shetland is rated TV-PG. It holds a 7.5/10 audience score from 208 ratings.
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