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Z-Cars (1962)

TV Series ★ 7.3 50 min

Drama

Z-Cars or Z Cars is a British television drama series centred on the work of mobile uniformed police in the fictional town of Newtown, based on Kirkby, Merseyside. Produced by the BBC, it debuted in January 1962 and ran until September 1978.

Troy Kennedy Martin Creator Allan Prior Creator

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Released
January 2, 1962
Runtime
50 min
IMDb
tt0129723
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Cast

Frank Windsor Frank Windsor DS John Watt James Ellis James Ellis Bert Lynch Douglas Fielding Sgt. Alec Quilley

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Frequently asked questions

What is Z-Cars about?
Z-Cars or Z Cars is a British television drama series centred on the work of mobile uniformed police in the fictional town of Newtown, based on Kirkby, Merseyside. Produced by the BBC, it debuted in January 1962 and ran until September 1978.
Who created Z-Cars?
Z-Cars was created by Troy Kennedy Martin, Allan Prior.
Who stars in Z-Cars?
Z-Cars stars Frank Windsor, James Ellis, Douglas Fielding.
When was Z-Cars released?
Z-Cars is a 1962 drama series.
Where can I watch Z-Cars?
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