Strike (2017)
A gripping British crime drama following war veteran and private detective Cormoran Strike through London's darkest cases, adapted from J.K. Rowling's acclaimed Robert Galbraith novels.
Strike - Series Information
- Original Title: Strike
- First Air Year: 2017
- Last Air Year: 2024
- Created by: J.K. Rowling, Ben Richards et al.
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Crime, Drama, Mystery
- Content Rating (US): TV-MA
- Number of Seasons: 6
- Number of Episodes: 19
- Status: Returning Series
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- First Air Date: August 27, 2017 (United States - TV-MA), August 27, 2017 (Canada - 18+), August 27, 2017 (United Kingdom - 15), August 27, 2017 (Germany - 12), August 27, 2017 (France - 18), August 27, 2017 (India - U/A 16+), August 27, 2017 (Brazil - 18), August 27, 2017 (Mexico - D), August 27, 2017 (Spain - 18)
- Networks: BBC One
- Production Companies: Brontë Film & TV
- Production Countries: United Kingdom, United States of America
- Alternative Titles: 伦敦神探 (CN), 스트라이크 미스터리 (KR), Strike: Career of Evil (UK), Cormoran Strike (ES)
Strike - Plot
A war veteran turned private detective operates out of a tiny office in London's Denmark Street. Although wounded both physically and psychologically, his unique insight and background as a military police investigator prove crucial in solving complex crimes that have baffled the police. Based on the bestselling novels written by J.K. Rowling under the pseudonym Robert Galbraith.
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Strike - Cast & Crew
Creator(s)
- J.K. Rowling
- Ben Richards
- Tom Edge
Main Cast
- Tom Burke
- Holliday Grainger
- Jack Greenlees
- Kerr Logan
- Ruth Sheen
- Caitlin Innes Edwards
- Sophie Ward
- Sutara Gayle
- Ian Redford
- Sarah Sweeney
Writers
- J.K. Rowling
- Tom Edge
- Ben Richards
Executive Producers
- J.K. Rowling
Strike - FAQs
Is Strike based on J.K. Rowling's books?
Yes. Strike is adapted from the Cormoran Strike crime novels written by J.K. Rowling under the pseudonym Robert Galbraith. Each season corresponds to one novel in the series, beginning with The Cuckoo's Calling and continuing through The Ink Black Heart.
Where can you stream Strike online?
Strike is available to stream on Max (formerly HBO Max) in the United States. It can also be accessed via the HBO Max Amazon Channel, or purchased on Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. Check JustWatch for current regional availability.
Who plays Cormoran Strike in the series?
Tom Burke portrays Cormoran Strike, the brooding, physically imposing war veteran turned private detective. Holliday Grainger co-stars as Robin Ellacott, Strike's resourceful partner. The two leads have received wide praise for their compelling on-screen chemistry throughout the series.
How many seasons does Strike have?
Strike has six seasons as of 2024. Each season adapts one of the Cormoran Strike novels: The Cuckoo's Calling, The Silkworm, Career of Evil, Lethal White, Troubled Blood, and The Ink Black Heart. The series totals 19 episodes across all seasons.
Is Strike cancelled or still returning?
Strike is currently listed as a returning series and remains in production. With J.K. Rowling's Cormoran Strike novel series still ongoing, further seasons adapting future books remain a strong possibility, though no official announcement for a seventh season has been confirmed.
What is Strike rated and suitable for?
Strike carries a TV-MA rating in the United States, indicating it is intended for mature audiences only. The series contains dark themes, graphic crime scenes, violence, and adult subject matter. Viewer discretion is strongly advised, and it is not suitable for younger audiences.
How was Strike received by critics?
Strike has been well received by critics, who consistently praise Tom Burke and Holliday Grainger's performances and the show's faithful, atmospheric adaptation of the source novels. Reviewers highlight its intricate plotting and moody London setting as particular strengths of the series.
What network originally aired Strike?
Strike originally aired on BBC One in the United Kingdom, where it debuted on August 27, 2017. It was co-produced by Brontë Film & TV and has since reached international audiences through HBO and its streaming platform Max in the United States.
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