Sergeant Cork

Sergeant Cork (1963-1966)

EndedScripted showDrama, Crime

In the melting pot of 1890s London, Sergeant Cork works for Scotland Yard's newly formed Criminal Investigation Department, enthusiastically employing the pioneering techniques of the new science of forensics to tackle crimes born of poverty and deprivation, passion, vengeance and greed. Ably assisted by youthful detective Bob Marriott, Cork is astute, years ahead of his time, and knows that even the most convincing evidence can all too often deceive.

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S05E04The Case of the Hooded Studentsoct. 1, 1966
S06E22The Case of the Silent Bellsept. 24, 1966
S06E21The Case of the Crystal Ballsept. 16, 1966
S06E20The Case of the Fallen Familysept. 10, 1966
S05E03The Case of the Simple Savagesept. 3, 1966
View all episodesView all seasons

Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'Sergeant Cork' premiere?

'Sergeant Cork' premiered on October 3, 1963.

Who played the role of Sergeant Cork?

John Barrie played the role of Sergeant Cork.

What was the name of Cork's assistant in the show?

Cork's assistant in the show was Bob Marriott, played by William Gaunt.

What was Cork's occupation in the show?

Cork was a detective in the show.

What was the setting for the show?

The show was set in Victorian-era London.

Who created 'Sergeant Cork'?

'Sergeant Cork' was created by Ted Willis.

Who produced the show?

Producer of the show was Jack Williams.

How many episodes were there in the first season of the show?

There were 7 episodes in the first season of the show.

Who wrote the theme music for 'Sergeant Cork'?

The theme music for 'Sergeant Cork' was written by Max Harris.

What was the show's time slot on Thursdays?

The show's time slot on Thursdays was 9pm.

Was the show based on a true story?

'Sergeant Cork' was not based on a true story.

How long was each episode of the show?

Each episode of the show was 60 minutes long.

Who directed the majority of the episodes in the first season?

Peter Duguid directed the majority of the episodes in the first season.

What channel aired 'Sergeant Cork'?

'Sergeant Cork' aired on ITV.

Did 'Sergeant Cork' have a spin-off?

'Sergeant Cork' did not have a spin-off.

Cast

View all cast

Characters

View all characters

Recently Updated Shows

Recently updated shows that might be of your interest.
9-1-1
Running

9-1-1

9-1-1 is a fast-paced exploration into the lives and careers of first responders – cops, paramedics, firefighters – the people who put their lives on the line to save others.

Ted Lasso
Running

Ted Lasso

Ted Lasso centers on an idealistic — and clueless — all-American football coach hired to manage an English football club — despite having no soccer coaching experience at all.

Slow Horses
Running

Slow Horses

Slow Horses follows the story of a group of British intelligence agents who serve in a dumping ground department of MI5 called Slough House after the big mistakes they've made that resulted in the end of their mainstream careers.

This quick-witted spy drama follows a dysfunctional team of MI5 agents—and their obnoxious boss, the notorious Jackson Lamb—as they navigate the espionage world's smoke and mirrors to defend England from sinister forces.

The Terminal List
Running

The Terminal List

Based on the best-selling novel by Jack Carr, The Terminal List follows James Reece after his entire platoon of Navy SEALs is ambushed during a high-stakes covert mission. Reece returns home to his family with conflicting memories of the event and questions about his culpability. However, as new evidence comes to light, Reece discovers dark forces working against him, endangering not only his life but the lives of those he loves.

Alien: Earth
Running

Alien: Earth

When the mysterious deep space research vessel USCSS Maginot crash-lands on Earth, Wendy and a ragtag group of tactical soldiers make a fateful discovery that puts them face-to-face with the planet's greatest threat.