Unit 13

Unit 13 (1996-1999)

EndedScripted showDrama

Unit 13 is a special investigation team, which is investigating large crime organizations, which sometimes involves unorthodox methods. Unit 13 is working to bring down the syndicate called Scylla. The team of head inspector Ruard Talsma and district attorney Adrienne Rieding is confronted with the syndicate that seems to know about their every move in advance. The show is partly based on the IRT-affaire which took place in the Netherlands in the early 90's.

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Scheduleevery Friday at 20:00 (50 min)

Last Episode

De lachende derde
Season 3Episode 1150 min

De lachende derde

Adrienne Rieding returns from the US, among other things because she wants to experience the resolution of the matter. Van Dalen wants to testify, but by is brought to Koops by bribed keepers, whereupon he assassinates him. The infrastructure plans which the Unit has got hold of by means of the computer of Karin, indicate a criminal network that has already infiltrated the Dutch polics and economy. It does not appear to be possible to find the big man behind the whole organization, because Prinsen, the last hope of the Unit, is assassinated aswell. Eventually the complete story will be printed in a newspaper Article, which was the only wish of Karin.
Jan 2, 1999

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S03E11De lachende derdeJan 2, 1999
S03E10Het begin van het eindeDec 26, 1998
S03E09VossenjachtDec 19, 1998
S03E08De invalDec 12, 1998
S03E07Het hol van de leeuwDec 5, 1998
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'Unit 13' first premiere?

'Unit 13' first premiered on March 5, 1996.

Who are the main characters in 'Unit 13'?

The main characters in 'Unit 13' include Jack Briggs, Valerie Lozano, and Byron James.

What is the genre of 'Unit 13'?

'Unit 13' is a crime drama television series.

Where is 'Unit 13' set in?

'Unit 13' is set in the fictional city of Wyvern, California.

Who are the creators of 'Unit 13'?

'Unit 13' was created by Roy Huggins and Stephen J. Cannell.

What is the premise of 'Unit 13'?

'Unit 13' follows the investigations of a special police unit that tackles high-profile, high-risk cases in Wyvern.

How many episodes are there in 'Unit 13'?

There are 13 episodes in 'Unit 13'.

What is the name of the first episode of 'Unit 13' called?

The first episode of 'Unit 13' is called "Sins of the Father".

Who directed the first episode of 'Unit 13'?

The first episode of 'Unit 13' was directed by Vern Gillum.

What network originally aired 'Unit 13'?

'Unit 13' originally aired on ABC.

Who plays Jack Briggs in 'Unit 13'?

Jack Briggs in 'Unit 13' is played by Dennis Haysbert.

Who plays Valerie Lozano in 'Unit 13'?

Valerie Lozano in 'Unit 13' is played by Tanya Wright.

Who plays Byron James in 'Unit 13'?

Byron James in 'Unit 13' is played by Bradley Whitford.

Cast

Bram van der Vlugt

Bram van der Vlugt

plays Winfried Bilderdijk
Yvonne Van Den Hurk

Yvonne Van Den Hurk

plays Adrienne Rieding
Frederik De Groot

Frederik De Groot

plays Ben Govers
Kenneth Herdigein

Kenneth Herdigein

plays Harry Bresler
Caya De Groot

Caya De Groot

plays Rebecca de Leeuw
Han Oldigs

Han Oldigs

plays Amati
Mark Ram

Mark Ram

plays Arthur J. 'Kinky' Blomschot
Peter Tuinman

Peter Tuinman

plays Ruard Talsma
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Characters

Winfried Bilderdijk

Winfried Bilderdijk

played by Bram van der Vlugt
Adrienne Rieding

Adrienne Rieding

played by Yvonne Van Den Hurk
Ben Govers

Ben Govers

played by Frederik De Groot
Harry Bresler

Harry Bresler

played by Kenneth Herdigein
Rebecca de Leeuw

Rebecca de Leeuw

played by Caya De Groot
Amati

Amati

played by Han Oldigs
Arthur J. 'Kinky' Blomschot

Arthur J. 'Kinky' Blomschot

played by Mark Ram
Ruard Talsma

Ruard Talsma

played by Peter Tuinman
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