
C.I.D.
About
CID is a long‑running Hindi crime‑detective series that follows a Mumbai police unit as they investigate complex cases.
CID, launched on Sony Entertainment Television in 1998, follows ACP Pradyuman and his team of senior inspectors, a forensic specialist and a medical examiner as they tackle the city’s most challenging crimes. Over 1,650 episodes, the show balances procedural investigation with occasional humor, earning a reputation for its engaging mystery plots and strong ensemble cast.
What to know
- Over 1,650 episodes aired between 1998 and 2018.
- Each episode runs 40‑46 minutes.
- The series is set in Mumbai, India.
- Creator: B.P. Singh; producers include Pradeep Uppoor and Deepak Dhar.
- Main cast features Shivaji Satam, Dinesh Phadnis, Dayanand Shetty, and Narendra Gupta.
- CID has no laugh track and focuses on realistic police work.
- The show has spawned spin‑offs: CID Special Bureau (2005‑06) and CID Chhote Heroes (2013).
- It is available on Sony LIV and Netflix (Season 2).
Watch if
If you enjoy crime dramas with a mix of procedural rigor, subtle humor, and a strong ensemble cast, CID offers well‑constructed mysteries that keep you engaged episode after episode.
Skip if
If you prefer high‑stakes thrillers with fast pacing or a show that heavily relies on melodrama, CID’s more measured, dialogue‑heavy style may feel slow for you.
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