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Life on Mars (2006)

TV Series ★ 7.7 60 min

Crime Drama Mystery Sci-Fi & Fantasy

A detective chief inspector from 2006 is investigating a serial killer when he is knocked over by a speeding car. Waking up, he finds himself mysteriously transported back in time to 1973. Initially struggling to come to terms with his situation, he has to come to terms with the old-fashioned technology and attitude of the day, while figuring out how he came to be trapped in the past.

Matthew Graham Creator Ashley Pharoah Creator Tony Jordan Creator

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Quick facts

Released
January 9, 2006
Runtime
60 min
Rating
TV-14
IMDb
tt0478942
Country
United Kingdom
Language
English
Studio
BBC, Red Planet Pictures

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Cast

John Simm John Simm Sam Tyler Philip Glenister Philip Glenister Gene Hunt Liz White Liz White Annie Cartwright Dean Andrews Dean Andrews Ray Carling Marshall Lancaster Marshall Lancaster Chris Skelton Noreen Kershaw Noreen Kershaw Phyllis Dobbs

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Frequently asked questions

What is Life on Mars about?
A detective chief inspector from 2006 is investigating a serial killer when he is knocked over by a speeding car. Waking up, he finds himself mysteriously transported back in time to 1973. Initially struggling to come to terms with his situation, he has to come to terms with the old-fashioned technology and attitude of the day, while figuring out how he came to be trapped in the past.
Who created Life on Mars?
Life on Mars was created by Matthew Graham, Ashley Pharoah, Tony Jordan.
Who stars in Life on Mars?
Life on Mars stars John Simm, Philip Glenister, Liz White, Dean Andrews.
When was Life on Mars released?
Life on Mars is a 2006 crime, drama, mystery, sci-fi & fantasy series.
Where can I watch Life on Mars?
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