Hill Street Blues (1981)
▸ Must watch
Hill Street Blues is streaming in New Zealand on Disney Plus.
The verdict
Hill Street Blues landed among the stronger English series of its release window. It holds a 7.6/10 on TMDB from 130 ratings, well above the typical run of new releases. Episodes run about 49 minutes. In New Zealand you can stream it on Disney Plus.
Is it worth starting?
This is 7 seasons deep — English drama with crime threaded through. Starting now means a backlog — worth knowing before you press play.
- Why
- It rates 7.6/10 on 130 ratings so far — a strong early showing.
- Skip if
- you don't want to start something several seasons deep
- Best for
- A long run rather than a single sitting
Story
A realistic glimpse into the daily lives of the officers and detectives at an urban police station.
Good to know
| Runtime | ~49 min per episode |
| Genre | Drama / Crime |
| Language | English |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Steven Bochco
Cast
Daniel J. Travanti
Frank Furillo
Michael Warren
Robert Hill
Bruce Weitz
Mick Belker
Robert Prosky
Stan Jablonski
James B. Sikking
Howard Hunter
Joe Spano
Henry Goldblume
Where to watch in New Zealand
Disney Plus
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 26 Sept 2026 — platforms may change over time.
Trailer
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Frequently asked
Is Hill Street Blues worth watching?
Must watch. It rates 7.6/10 on audience ratings. This is 7 seasons deep — English drama with crime threaded through. Starting now means a backlog — worth knowing before you press play.
Where can I watch Hill Street Blues?
You can stream Hill Street Blues in New Zealand on Disney Plus.
What language is Hill Street Blues in?
Hill Street Blues is an English series (Drama / Crime).