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Series · 1979 · 50 min · 2 seasons

Shoestring (1979)

“THE PRIVATE EAR.”

7.7/10 · 6 votes
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Shoestring is a TV series (Crime and Drama) that first aired in 1979. Shoestring has 2 seasons and 21 episodes in total. It has an average rating of 7.7/10 from 6 viewers. There is currently no known legal streaming option for Shoestring in United States. Check back later or switch your region.

Last episode S2 · E10 — The Dangerous Game December 21, 1980

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Plot

Shoestring is a BBC detective drana set in Bristol and starring Trevor Eve as private detective Eddie Shoestring, who operatee his own show on Radio West, the local radio station.

The programme ran between 30 September 1979 and 21 December 1980, in two series with 21 hour-long episodes. Eve opted not to return after two series, as he wanted to diversify into theatre, so the production team changed the setting to Jersey and created Bergerac, also following a detective returning to work after a bad period in his life.

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#private detective#computer expert#radio show#bristol, england

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Shoestring?

There is currently no known legal streaming option for Shoestring in United States. Check back later or switch your region.

Who stars in Shoestring?

The main cast of Shoestring includes Trevor Eve, Doran Godwin, Liz Crowther, Michael Medwin and Colin Maitland.

Who created Shoestring?

Shoestring was created by Robert Banks Stewart and Richard Harris.

How many seasons and episodes does Shoestring have?

Shoestring has 2 seasons and 21 episodes in total.

When was Shoestring released?

Shoestring first aired on September 30, 1979.

Has Shoestring ended?

Yes, Shoestring has ended.

Is Shoestring worth watching?

Shoestring has an average rating of 7.7/10 from 6 viewers on TMDB.

What should I watch if I liked Shoestring?

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Updated: October 26, 2026 ·