Vera (2011)
Vera is a 2011 crime series created by Ann Cleeves. It stars Brenda Blethyn, Jon Morrison and Riley Jones.
A sharp detective with a messy life, DCI Vera Stanhope patrols her “patch” of northeast England, pursuing the truth in cases of murder, kidnapping, and blackmail. Vera is obsessive about her work and faces the world with caustic wit, guile and courage.
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What is Vera about?
A sharp detective with a messy life, DCI Vera Stanhope patrols her “patch” of northeast England, pursuing the truth in cases of murder, kidnapping, and blackmail. Vera is obsessive about her work and faces the world with caustic wit, guile and courage.
When was Vera released?
Vera was released on 1 May 2011.
How many episodes does Vera have?
Vera has 56 episodes across 14 seasons.
Who made Vera?
Vera was created by Ann Cleeves.
Where can I watch Vera?
Vera is available on Britbox, Britbox (Via Amazon Prime), Google Play, Amazon and AppleTV.
Where to watch Vera
Stream: Britbox, Britbox (Via Amazon Prime)
Rent: Google Play
Buy: Amazon, AppleTV, Google Play
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Cast
- Brenda Blethyn as DCI Vera Stanhope
- Jon Morrison as DC Kenny Lockhart
- Riley Jones as DC Mark Edwards
- Kenny Doughty as DS Aiden Healy
- Ibinabo Jack as DC Jacqueline 'Jac' Williams
- David Leon as DS Joe Ashworth
- Paul Kaye as Dr Malcolm Donahue
- Kingsley Ben-Adir as Dr Marcus Summer
- Paul Ritter as Dr Billy Cartwright
- Sarah Kameela Impey as Dr Paula Bennett
- Cush Jumbo as DC Bethany Whelan
- Lisa Hammond as Helen Milton
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