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Thorne

For detective Tom Thorne, nothing is by the book.

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2010
1 Season
6 Episodes
EN
Ended
12

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Thorne is a television drama series which debuted on Sky1 in the UK on 10 October 2010. Based on Mark Billingham's novels, the six-episode serial stars David Morrissey in the title role of Detective Inspector Tom Thorne. Part one, Sleepyhead, follows Thorne, who, while investigating a series of attacks on young women, is dragged back into the nightmares of his past as he races to find a killer. Part two, Scaredycat, sees two women murdered within hours of one another near St Pancras station, but in different ways. When a connection is made with two other murders which occurred months before, but also on the same day, Thorne realises two serial killers may be in a macabre partnership.

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Episodes

Sleepyhead / Scaredycat

E1

Sleepyhead Part 1

Oct 10, 201049m7.0

Three women are found murdered, their killer having induced them into having strokes. A fourth is still alive, and may be able to identify her assailant, except she is unable to communicate as she has been left with locked-in syndrome. DI Tom Thorne concludes that it was the killer's intention to leave his victims incapacitated, not dead.

Sleepyhead Part 2
E2

Sleepyhead Part 2

Oct 17, 201049m8.0

Thorne is forced to conduct his investigation alone when Tughan dismisses his 'iocked-in' theory. He and Anne Coburn try to help Alison Willetts communicate. A woman who claims to have escaped the killer is attacked.

Sleepyhead Part 3
E3

Sleepyhead Part 3

Oct 24, 201049m8.0

Thorne confronts Phil Hendricks and accuses him of murdering the three girls fifteen years ago.

Scaredycat Part 1
E4

Scaredycat Part 1

Oct 31, 201049m6.0

Two women have been murdered simultaneously near St Pancras station, but in different ways. When the connection is made with two past murders, months before but on the same day, Thorne realises that two serial killers are at work in a macabre partnership.

Scaredycat Part 2
E5

Scaredycat Part 2

Nov 7, 201049m5.0

One of the killers is caught after a failed attempt on the life of the son of another victim. He confesses to his crimes, but refuses to identify his partner. Thorne decides to free him in an attempt to force the other killer to come forward.

Scaredycat Part 3
E6

Scaredycat Part 3

Nov 14, 201049m5.0

Martin Palmer escapes from police custody and he and Nicklin resume their series of murders. Chen, desperate to prove herself, risks everything to catch the pair.

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Stream Thorne online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A popular crime and drama series originally produced in English and released in 2010, it's earned a solid 6.5/10 from 22 viewers worldwide.

About Thorne

For detective Tom Thorne, nothing is by the book.

Thorne is a television drama series which debuted on Sky1 in the UK on 10 October 2010. Based on Mark Billingham's novels, the six-episode serial stars David Morrissey in the title role of Detective Inspector Tom Thorne. Part one, Sleepyhead, follows Thorne, who, while investigating a series of attacks on young women, is dragged back into the nightmares of his past as he races to find a killer. Part two, Scaredycat, sees two women murdered within hours of one another near St Pancras station, but in different ways. When a connection is made with two other murders which occurred months before, but also on the same day, Thorne realises two serial killers may be in a macabre partnership. Across 1 season and 6 episodes, originally airing on Sky One.

Thorne Cast and Characters

The cast features David Morrissey (as DI Tom Thorne), Eddie Marsan (as Kevin Tughan), Aidan Gillen (as Phil Hendricks), O-T Fagbenle (as Dave Holland), and Lorraine Ashbourne (as Ruth Brigstocke). Their performances are a major reason Thorne has built such a passionate audience.

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Why People Are Watching Thorne

Thorne flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts and tight pacing that earns its twists. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of show you'll end up recommending to friends.

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How many episodes does Thorne have?

Thorne has 6 episodes across 1 season. All episodes are available to stream right here on Bowood.TV.

Is Thorne good? What's the rating?

Thorne holds a 6.5/10 rating based on 22 reviews — a solid pick if the genre interests you.

Who is in the cast of Thorne?

The main cast includes David Morrissey, Eddie Marsan, Aidan Gillen, and O-T Fagbenle, plus a strong supporting ensemble.

Is Thorne available in English?

Yes — Thorne was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.

When was Thorne released?

Thorne first aired in 2010.

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How many seasons and episodes does Thorne have?

Thorne currently has 1 season and a total of 6 episodes. The series status is "Ended", so the episode count may grow as new seasons are released. You can browse the full episode list on Bowood.TV and continue watching from where you left off.

What is Thorne about?

Thorne is a television drama series which debuted on Sky1 in the UK on 10 October 2010. Based on Mark Billingham's novels, the six-episode serial stars David Morrissey in the title role of Detective Inspector Tom Thorne. Part one, Sleepyhead, follows Thorne, who, while investigating a series of attacks on young wom… It belongs to the Crime, Drama genres.

In which language is Thorne originally available?

Thorne was originally produced in English. On Bowood.TV the show is available in its original English audio, which is the most authentic way to experience the dialogue, music, and performances. Check the player options on the watch page for available subtitle tracks.

When was Thorne first released?

Thorne first premiered on October 10, 2010 (2010). The series has since concluded its run.

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