Those looking to watch the Scottish series Shetland Have a few handy options as long as they are willing to subscribe to the right service. Originally based on the crime novels by Anne Cleves, Shetland Takes place on the Scottish archipelago that gives the series its name. Premiering in March 2013 on BBC One, the show follows a local police team that solves a host of crimes in the close-knit island community. The figure of Shetland Featuring an ensemble of talented Scottish actors, the series had a lot of turnover over its eight seasons.
The most notable change came with the show’s lead. From seasons 1 to 7, Douglas Henshall as Jimmy Pérez led the police team. Then Henshall left, and Detective Inspector Pérez was replaced by Detective Inspector Ruth Calder, played by Ashley Jensen. There were more changes than that, and yet, Shetland Has soldiered on for 8 seasons and counting. The airy atmosphere, unique setting, and excellent performances made it A must-watch for fans of alien crime procedurals. Those interested in checking it out have several options available to them.
Shetland is available to stream on Britbox
Britbox can be purchased through Apple TV+ or Amazon Prime Video
American viewers will be happy to know that Shetland is available to stream on BritBoxArriving on the platform in 2018. The series was available on Netflix starting in 2016, but it ended up being removed in April 2019 (via Watson Netflix). It doesn’t look like the series will be leaving the platform anytime soon, and with so many excellent titles on Britbox, it’s as good a time as any to subscribe. The price for a subscription in the US it. is $8.99/month or $89.99/year. The subscription can be purchased through Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV + and Roku for the same price.
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UK viewers can stream all 8 seasons on Sky or BBC iPlayer. Canadian audiences can also stream the series via Britbox. The price for their subscriptions is $10.99/month or $109.99/year. The subscription can also be added to existing Amazon Prime Video and Apple TV + subscriptions for the same price.
Where to buy Shetland online
Only a few seasons of Shetland are available for purchase
Shetland Can also be purchased onlineBut frustratingly, only certain seasons can be purchased. Only seasons 4 and 5 of Shetland are available for purchase on Amazon Prime Video. Seasons 3, 4 and 5 are available for purchase on Apple TV+. Seasons cost $16.99 for both services, while on Amazon Prime Video, episodes can be purchased for $2.99 each. Unless a user is set to own digital copies of ShetlandIt makes a lot more sense to buy a subscription to Britbox through each platform, considering the only way to watch other seasons is through Britbox.
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episode |
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Amazon Prime Video |
$2.99 (4-5) |
$16.99 (4-5) |
AppleTV+ |
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$16.99 (3-5 |
When will Shetland season 9 be available for streaming?
Shetland season 9 and 10 have been greenlit
Shetland Seasons 9 and 10 have been given the green light by the BBC and Season 9 is expected to air before the end of 2024 (via Country and townhouse). Filming for the series reportedly began in March 2024 and Ashley Jensen as Ruth Calder and Alison O’Donnell as Alison ‘Tosh’ McIntosh are set to return alongside other series regulars such as Steven Robertson as DC Sandy Wilson, Lewis Howden as Sgt Billy McCabe, and Anne Kidd as Cora. The synopsis for season 9 teas (by Hello Magazine),
“This chilling tale of disappearances and deaths sparks a labyrinthine investigation for Tosh and Calder that challenges the line between the personal and the professional.”
The new season will premiere on BBC One. when Shetland Will make it to other streamers is currently unknown.