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Episode 5

Detectorists Series 3
Episode 5 of 6

Andy and Lance become eco-warriors when they find their beloved oak tree is due to be felled. But a 24-hour helpline turns out to be more of a hindrance. Andy stumbles upon treasure when, for once, he wasn't even looking.

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28 minutes

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Fri 19 May 2023 22:00
BBC Two

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Credits

Andy Mackenzie Crook
Lance Toby Jones
Becky Rachael Stirling
Veronica Diana Rigg
Toni Rebecca Callard
Kate Alexa Davies
Art Simon Farnaby
Paul Paul Casar
Stanley Asa James Wallace
Solar Bloke Ben Langley
Builder Dan Phillips
Foreman Steve Dan Tetsell
Writer Mackenzie Crook
Director Mackenzie Crook
Producer Gill Isles
Production Company Channel X

Broadcasts

  • Wed 6 Dec 2017 22:00
    BBC Four
  • New Year's Day 2018 00:00
    BBC Four
  • Wed 30 May 2018 22:00
    BBC Two except Northern Ireland
  • Thu 31 May 2018 23:15
    BBC Two Northern Ireland
  • Sat 26 Oct 2019 23:25
    BBC Four
  • New Year's Day 2022 02:10
    BBC Four
  • Fri 19 May 2023 22:00
    BBC Two except Scotland

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