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Silent Witness (1996–)

Crime Drama Mystery 120 min (TV-14)

7.8 / 10 IMDb 7.9 / 10

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Silent Witness

1996– CrimeDramaMystery 120 min TV-14

7.8 / 10 IMDb 7.9 / 10

Silent Witness is a British crime thriller series focusing on a team of forensic pathology experts and their investigations into various crimes.

Silent Witness: Cast & Crews

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Emilia Fox, William Gaminara, Tom Ward, David Caves

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More About Silent Witness

Emilia Fox’s Dr Nikki Alexander is back alongside her team at Lyell to investigate chilling cases in Britain’s longest-running crime series. Throughout the years, this elite group of forensic pathology experts has investigated harrowing crimes, covering human trafficking, drug cartels, and serial killers. Their expertise also makes them a target as they confront dangerous threats, heightening the urgency of finding answers.

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How many seasons of Silent Witness are there?

As of this writing, Silent Witness has 28 seasons. It premiered in 1996, making it the longest-running crime series in the UK.

How many episodes in Silent Witness Season 28?

Season 28 is the latest instalment to come out. It consists of 10 episodes, premiering in Australia on 20 March 2025 via BritBox.

Is there Silent Witness Season 29?

Yes, the BBC renewed the series for another season. Season 29 is expected to air in 2026.

Where to watch Silent Witness in Australia?

The latest Season 28 is currently streaming on BritBox. Overall, the British TV-dedicated streaming service has 18 seasons of the series.

To watch Silent Witness free with ads, selected seasons are also available on ABC iView. Episodes on the platform, however, are only accessible for a limited period of time.

Is Silent Witness on Netflix or Prime?

No, Silent Witness is on neither Netflix nor Prime Video. Only BritBox in Australia offers several seasons of the show on demand.

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Silent Witness (1996–)

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