Inspector Rex (1994)
The beloved Austrian crime series starring a brilliant police dog solving mysteries on the streets of Vienna.
Inspector Rex - Series Information
- Original Title: Kommissar Rex
- First Air Year: 1994
- Last Air Year: 2004
- Created by: Peter Moser, Peter Hajek
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Crime, Mystery, Action, Adventure, Drama
- Content Rating (US): TV-14
- Episode Runtime: 45 minutes
- Number of Seasons: 10
- Number of Episodes: 119
- Status: Ended
- Original Language: German
- Spoken Languages: German
- First Air Date: November 10, 1994 (United States - TV-14), November 10, 1994 (Germany - 12), November 10, 1994 (Australia - M), November 10, 1994 (Mexico - B), November 10, 1994 (Spain - 12)
- Networks: ORF 1
- Alternative Titles: Kommissær Rex (DK), Rex: A Cop's Best Friend (UK), Komisar Reksis (LV), Komisar Reks (BG)
- Production Companies: Mungo Film, Taurus Film, ORF, Sat.1
- Production Countries: Austria, Italy, Germany
Inspector Rex - Plot
After his handler is killed, police dog Rex teams up with recently-divorced inspector Richard Moser to investigate crimes and solve mysteries on the streets of Vienna. And they sometimes get help from their two-legged friend, Inspector Stockinger.
Inspector Rex - Trailer
Watch the official trailer and get a taste of Rex's crime-fighting adventures in Vienna:
A rare hound, no bones about it!
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Inspector Rex - Cast & Crew
Creator(s)
- Peter Moser
- Peter Hajek
Main Cast
- Tobias Moretti
- Gedeon Burkhard
- Karl Markovics
- Alexander Pschill
- Gerhard Zemann
- Wolf Bachofner
- Martin Weinek
- Heinz Weixelbraun
- Fritz Muliar
- Elke Winkens
Writers
- Peter Moser
Inspector Rex - FAQs
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Who plays Rex in Inspector Rex?
Rex is played by a trained German Shepherd dog — not a single animal, but a succession of dogs across the series' run. The canine star is the true lead of the show, working alongside human detectives including Tobias Moretti, Gedeon Burkhard, and Alexander Pschill across different seasons.
Who are the main human actors in Inspector Rex?
The principal cast includes Tobias Moretti as Inspector Richard Moser, Gedeon Burkhard as Alexander Brandtner, Karl Markovics as Stockinger, Alexander Pschill as Marc Hoffmann, Gerhard Zemann as Dr. Leo Graf, Wolf Bachofner as Peter Höllerer, Heinz Weixelbraun as Christian Böck, and Elke Winkens as Niki Herzog.
How many seasons and episodes does Inspector Rex have?
Inspector Rex ran for 10 seasons and 119 episodes in total. Season lengths varied: Season 1 had 14 episodes, Seasons 2, 4, 5, 8, and 9 had between 13 and 15 episodes each, while Season 10 concluded with just 4 episodes. The series aired from 1994 to 2004.
What is Inspector Rex about?
Inspector Rex is an Austrian crime procedural centered on Rex, a highly intelligent police dog who joins the Vienna Police Department after his original handler is murdered. Partnering with a rotating roster of detectives, Rex uses his extraordinary instincts to track criminals, uncover evidence, and solve complex cases across the city.
Why did Tobias Moretti leave Inspector Rex?
Tobias Moretti, who played Inspector Richard Moser in the first three seasons, departed the series in 1997 to pursue other acting opportunities and a broader theatrical career. His character was written out of the show, and Gedeon Burkhard stepped in as the new lead detective, Alexander Brandtner, from Season 4 onward.
Is Inspector Rex based on a true story?
Inspector Rex is a fictional crime drama, not based on a specific true story. However, it draws on the real-world use of trained police dogs in law enforcement. The Vienna setting and procedural elements lend the series an authentic atmosphere, though its characters and cases are entirely invented.
What is the content rating for Inspector Rex?
Inspector Rex carries a TV-14 content rating in the United States, indicating it may be unsuitable for children under 14. The series contains crime-related violence, investigative themes, and mature dramatic content typical of European police procedurals, but remains broadly accessible to teen and adult audiences.
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