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Inspector Morse

1987–2000·ITV1·120 min·7.8/10
DramaCrimeMystery

Inspector Morse is a detective drama based on Colin Dexter's series of Chief Inspector Morse novels. The series follows Chief Inspector Morse and Sergeant Lewis as they solve crimes.

Status
Ended
Language
English
Premiered
January 6, 1987
Ended
November 15, 2000

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