The Chief (1990): cast, story & where to watch
1990 · Series · ★ 7
Released in 1990, The Chief is a drama series.
What it’s about. The Chief is a British crime drama transmitted on ITV from 20 April 1990 to 16 June 1995. Produced by Anglia Television, it centred on the politics at the top of a typical English police force in its continual battle to solve the problems the times, in this case the fictional Eastland of East Anglia.
Who’s in it. The Chief stars Tim Pigott-Smith as Chief Constable John Stafford, Martin Shaw as Chief Constable Alan Cade, Julian Glover as Andrew Blake and Karen Archer as Asst. Chief Constable Anne Stewart, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Chief has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Chief page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Chief tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Attack on Titan.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Chief (1990)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Chief change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Chief worth watching?
- The Chief holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Chief?
- The Chief stars Tim Pigott-Smith, Martin Shaw, Julian Glover, Karen Archer and Brian Bovell.
- When was The Chief released?
- The Chief was released in 1990.