Yellowthread Street

Yellowthread Street (1990)

EndedScripted showDrama, Crime, Mystery

Yellowthread Street was a crime drama series that aired on ITV in 1990 and was based on the novels by William Leonard Marshall.

The series followed the detectives of the Royal Hong Kong Police as they take on the seamy underside of contemporary Hong Kong.

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Scheduleevery Saturday (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E13I Knew a Manavr. 7, 1990
S01E12Big Circlemars 31, 1990
S01E11Slicing the Dragonmars 24, 1990
S01E10Chinese Boxesmars 17, 1990
S01E09The Red Polemars 10, 1990
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'Yellowthread Street' premiere?

'Yellowthread Street' premiered on September 13, 1990.

What is the genre of 'Yellowthread Street'?

'Yellowthread Street' is a crime drama television series.

Who are the main characters in 'Yellowthread Street'?

The main characters in 'Yellowthread Street' are Detective Superintendent Bill Wong, Detective Inspector John 'Johnno' Johnson, Detective Sergeant Brian Ho, and Detective Inspector Percy "Threader" Collins.

Where is 'Yellowthread Street' set?

'Yellowthread Street' is set in Hong Kong.

Who created 'Yellowthread Street'?

'Yellowthread Street' was created by William Marshall.

What is the premise of 'Yellowthread Street'?

'Yellowthread Street' follows the investigations of a team of detectives in Hong Kong as they solve complex and often dangerous cases.

How many episodes were there in the first season of 'Yellowthread Street'?

The first season of 'Yellowthread Street' consisted of six episodes.

Which actors portrayed the main characters in 'Yellowthread Street'?

The main characters in 'Yellowthread Street' were portrayed by Ray Lonnen, William Simons, Russell Wong, and Robert Taylor.

Is 'Yellowthread Street' based on a book series?

Yes, 'Yellowthread Street' is based on the book series of the same name by William Marshall.

What is the primary language spoken in 'Yellowthread Street'?

The primary language spoken in 'Yellowthread Street' is English.

Did 'Yellowthread Street' receive any awards?

Yes, 'Yellowthread Street' received the Edgar Allan Poe Award for Best Television Feature or Mini-Series in 1991.

Who composed the theme music for 'Yellowthread Street'?

The theme music for 'Yellowthread Street' was composed by George Fenton.

Was 'Yellowthread Street' critically acclaimed?

Yes, 'Yellowthread Street' received positive reviews from critics for its engaging storylines and strong performances.

How long is each episode of 'Yellowthread Street'?

Each episode of 'Yellowthread Street' has a runtime of approximately 50 minutes.

Are all episodes of 'Yellowthread Street' standalone or do they have a continuous storyline?

'Yellowthread Street' features both standalone episodes and episodes with a continuous storyline.

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