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Life on Mars

TV-142006–20072 seasonsMatthew Graham
IMDb 8.4
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"Is he mad, in a coma… or has Detective Sam Tyler really travelled back in time?"

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.

CrimeDramaMysterySci-Fi & Fantasy
1970sTime TravelNorthern EnglandPolicePolice DetectiveManchester

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Frequently asked questions

What is Life on Mars (2006) 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 stars in Life on Mars?

Life on Mars stars John Simm (Sam Tyler), Philip Glenister (Gene Hunt), Liz White (Annie Cartwright), Dean Andrews (Ray Carling), Marshall Lancaster (Chris Skelton). The series was created by Matthew Graham.

How many seasons does Life on Mars have?

Life on Mars has 2 seasons. There are 16 episodes in total.

Is Life on Mars worth watching?

Life on Mars holds an IMDb rating of 8.4/10. Fans of Crime, Drama, Mystery are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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