Silent Witness (1996) — 29 Seasons

Name: Silent Witness
Genre: Crime, Drama
Rating: 7.6

Where to watch Silent Witness

Silent Witness is available to stream on Nabby via 6 verified sources, aggregated from publicly available embed providers. The crime from Nigel McCrery has 29 seasons and 268 total episodes, rated 7.6/10 by 113 viewers. New episodes are still airing.

Last verified: October 14, 2026 · Source: TMDB

Episodes 268 total across 29 seasons

8 episodes19963 watched

Dr Sam Ryan investigates her first case as a police consultant - a tragic case involving the death of a child.

The murder investigation continues and someone breaks into Sam's house. Undeterred, she continues her search for the truth.

S1 · E3

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Long Days, Short Nights (1)✓

Feb 28, 1996★ 7.1

When Mark James's decomposing body is discovered, it bears all the signs of a ritualistic killing.

S1 · E4

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Long Days, Short Nights (2)✓

Feb 29, 1996★ 5.8

The police grow frustrated with the lack of a forensic link, but Sam finds more clues in an old case.

S1 · E5

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Darkness Visible (1)✓

Mar 13, 1996★ 6.9

The death of a man in custody seems like a straightforward case, but DS Farmer has concerns about some of her officers.

S1 · E6

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Darkness Visible (2)✓

Mar 14, 1996★ 7.8

Someone is harassing Sam as evidence of a cover-up mounts, and the bomb squad is called in to deal with a mysterious parcel.

S1 · E7

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Sins of the Fathers (1)✓

Mar 27, 1996★ 7.6

Tragedy strikes after a student asks Sam for advice over her arranged marriage, and then sees her family torn apart.

S1 · E8

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Sins of the Fathers (2)✓

Mar 28, 1996★ 7.6

Sam tries to persuade her student to reveal where her father is hiding. The tragedy spreads beyond the family, and even the team may be in danger.

Frequently asked

How many seasons does Silent Witness have?

Silent Witness has 29 seasons with 268 episodes in total.

Is Silent Witness still on the air?

Silent Witness is currently in production and returning for new episodes.

What network airs Silent Witness?

Silent Witness airs on BBC One.

When did Silent Witness first air?

Silent Witness first aired on February 21, 1996.

Cast

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