The Chinese Detective

Season 1

Chinese British Detective Sergeant John Ho solves cases in the East End of London. Ho fits the pattern of the maverick detective, prepared to use unorthodox methods to solve his cases, which emerged in series like Z Cars and The Sweeney.

Where to Watch The Chinese Detective • Season 1

6 Episodes

  • Release
    E1
    ReleaseA released prisoner, a smashed window, and a terrified wife: Detective Sergeant John Ho discovers that past crimes breed present strife and future violence.
  • Hammer and Nails
    E2
    Hammer and NailsThe murder of a Chinese club owner sets John Ho in the middle of a gangland struggle for power—and into the bad books of Chief Inspector Berwick.
  • The Four From Fulham
    E3
    The Four From FulhamMr Hong holds the key to a big prize which the Fulham gang are desperate to win. John Ho observes them all, and witnesses the evil result of ambition and greed.
  • Income Tax
    E4
    Income TaxAn-ex villain wants to put his dishonest ways behind him, so is not best pleased to be reminded of his past by the tax man and John Ho.
  • Washing
    E5
    WashingJohn Ho becomes involved in a complex Chinese puzzle - and goes into hospital to take care of a patient.
  • Ice and Dust
    E6
    Ice and DustJohn Ho plays for high stakes when he gambles his own life to accomplish his personal mission.

Cast of Season 1

  • David YipDetective Sergeant John Ho
  • Derek MartinD.C.I. Berwick

 

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