The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency

The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency (2009)

EndedScripted showDrama, Comedy, Crime

The first BBC drama to be filmed entirely on location in Botswana, The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency is a charming story chronicling the adventures of Mma Ramotswe, a Motswana woman who starts up the country's first female-owned detective agency. Based on the novels by Alexander McCall Smith.

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Scheduleevery Sunday at 21:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E06A Real Botswana DiamondApr 19, 2009
S01E05Beauty and IntegrityApr 12, 2009
S01E04Problems in Moral PhilosophyApr 5, 2009
S01E03The Boy with an African HeartMar 29, 2009
S01E02PoisonMar 22, 2009
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency' premiere?

The show premiered on March 29, 2009.

What is the setting of the show?

The show is set in Botswana.

Who plays the lead character, Precious Ramotswe?

Jill Scott plays the character of Precious Ramotswe.

What is the profession of Precious Ramotswe?

Precious Ramotswe is a private detective.

Who plays the role of Grace Makutsi in the show?

Anika Noni Rose plays the role of Grace Makutsi.

What inspired the creation of the show?

The show is adapted from the book series of the same name by Alexander McCall Smith.

In the show, what are the cases that Precious Ramotswe solves?

Precious Ramotswe solves cases related to missing persons, suspected adultery, and thefts.

What is the name of the detective agency run by Precious Ramotswe?

The agency is called 'The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency'.

What is the age of Precious Ramotswe in the show?

The exact age of Precious Ramotswe is not revealed in the show.

What is the relationship between Precious Ramotswe and JLB Matekoni?

JLB Matekoni is Precious Ramotswe's boyfriend and later, husband.

Who plays the character of JLB Matekoni in the show?

Lucian Msamati plays the character of JLB Matekoni.

Who is the creator of the book series and the show 'The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency'?

Alexander McCall Smith is the creator of the book series and the show.

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