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Silent Witness actor’s highly-praised detective sitcom branded ‘not to be missed’ is now on Netflix

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The critically-acclaimed TV series, “Year of the Rabbit,” featuring the talented actress Ann Mitchell from “Silent Witness,” can now be streamed on Netflix.

In 2019, the witty TV show started airing on Channel 4, focusing on a team of detectives operating in Victorian-era London. They’re busy solving crimes while encountering an array of adversaries along the way.

The story primarily revolves around Detective Inspector Eli Rabbit (played by Matt Berry), a seasoned, heavy-drinking individual who has encountered numerous challenges in his career. After battling health issues, Eli finds himself partnering with the seemingly unfortunate DS Wilber Strauss (Freddie Fox) and Sergeant Mabel Wisbech (Susan Wokoma), who is the adopted daughter of his superior.

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Featuring Mitchell in the role of pub owner Gwendoline, joined by Alun Armstrong and Keeley Hawes, the six-episode series Year of the Rabbit can now be watched on Netflix, with its addition to the streaming platform happening this weekend.

Although it ran for just a single season, the sitcom garnered significant praise from critics during its initial broadcast, and now, it enjoys a high approval rating of 94%, based on 18 reviews, on Rotten Tomatoes.

According to general opinion on the site, the movie “Year of the Rabbit” was characterized as an exceptionally humorous and ingeniously rebellious portrayal of the historical genre. The acting of Berry and Wokoma in particular received notable acclaim.

Critics laud the series for its compelling narrative, interwoven with a constant flow of hilarity that keeps audiences entertained, stating it’s an event not to be missed. Similarly, TV Insider highlights the rapid succession of witty humor in the show.

IndieWire remarked that one of the most delightful aspects of the series “Year of the Rabbit” is watching how skillfully this oddball police trio, consisting of Berry, Fox, and Wokoma, display their talents in each episode. They praised these actors as immensely talented individuals.

The top-notch material effectively challenges and transcends the stereotypes found in crime and period drama genres, as stated by The Boston Globe. They admired its fast-paced tempo and the use of humorously explicit language. Meanwhile, Decider noted that it successfully struck the perfect balance of comedy.

Year of the Rabbit is streaming now on Netflix.

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2025-06-08 09:19

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