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State of Play (2003)

TV showRated M

IMDb8.3/ 10CTV score7.9/ 10

Where to watch State of Play in Australia

State of Play is streaming in Australia on Stan (subscription). You can also buy it on Apple TV from $16.99.

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State of Play seasons and where to watch them

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Season 1Released2003Streaming onStanFree onNoneBuy fromApple TV $16.99

About State of Play

The murder of Sonia Baker, a young political researcher, leads journalist Cal McCaffrey to uncover complex links between government and big business.

Year
2003
Genres
Drama, Mystery, Thriller, Crime, Romance
Rated
M
Network
BBC One, BBC Four
Status
Ended
Seasons
1

State of Play air dates

First aired
Final episode aired

Air dates: TMDB.

Cast and crew of State of Play

  • Bill Nighyas Cameron Foster(6 episodes)
  • David Morrisseyas Stephen Collins(6 episodes)
  • Kelly Macdonaldas Della Smith(6 episodes)
  • John Simmas Cal McAffrey(6 episodes)
  • Polly Walkeras Anne Collins(6 episodes)
  • Philip Glenisteras DCI William Bell(6 episodes)
  • James McAvoyas Dan Foster(6 episodes)
  • Michael Feastas Andrew Wilson(6 episodes)
  • Amelia Bullmoreas Helen Preger(6 episodes)
  • Marc Warrenas Dominic Foy(6 episodes)
  • Rebekah Statonas Liz(6 episodes)
  • Benedict Wongas Pete Cheng(6 episodes)
  • Johann Myersas Sonny Stag(6 episodes)
  • Shauna Macdonaldas Sonia Baker(2 episodes)
  • Geraldine Jamesas Yvonne Shaps(2 episodes)
Created by
Paul Abbott
Director
David Yates
Writer
Paul Abbott
Producer
Hilary Bevan Jones
Original Music Composer
Nicholas Hooper
Director of Photography
Chris Seager

Cast and crew: TMDB.

State of Play trailer

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Is State of Play on Netflix in Australia?

No, State of Play is not on Netflix in Australia right now. It is streaming on Stan.

Can I watch State of Play for free in Australia?

No, State of Play is not on a free service in Australia right now. You can stream it on Stan and buy it on Apple TV from $16.99.

How many seasons of State of Play are there?

State of Play has 1 season.