Get ready to revisit the gritty streets of Baltimore as ‘Homicide: Life on the Street’ makes its triumphant return to streaming. David Simon’s landmark police procedural, which captivated audiences with its raw portrayal of the homicide unit within the Baltimore Police Department, will be available on Peacock starting August 19, 2024.
For the first time ever, all seven seasons and the series finale, ‘Homicide: The Movie’, have been remastered in stunning high definition and 4K, offering viewers an unparalleled viewing experience.
‘Homicide: Life on the Street’ originally aired on NBC from January 1993 to May 1999, leaving a lasting impact on television with its compelling storytelling and nuanced characters. The series, which delved into the complexities of crime investigation and the personal lives of the detectives, featured an ensemble cast of talented actors, including Andre Braugher, Ned Beatty, Richard Belzer, Yaphet Kotto, Melissa Leo, Giancarlo Esposito, Daniel Baldwin, Jon Polito, Clark Johnson, Kyle Secor, Reed Diamond, Michelle Forbes, Peter Gerety, Isabella Hofmann, Toni Lewis, Michael Michele, Max Perlich, Jon Seda, and Callie Thorne.
Created by Paul Attanasio, the series was based on David Simon’s 1991 book, ‘Homicide: A Year on the Killing Streets’. Tom Fontana served as the showrunner and head writer, while Barry Levinson, Henry Bromell, and Jim Finnerty joined as executive producers.
‘Homicide: Life on the Street’ garnered critical acclaim, earning four Emmy Awards, including a prestigious win for Andre Braugher as Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series in 1998. The series paved the way for David Simon’s subsequent exploration of Baltimore crime dramas, including ‘The Corner’, ‘The Wire’, and ‘We Own This City’.
The return of ‘Homicide: Life on the Street’ to streaming is a testament to its enduring legacy and the enduring power of its storytelling. Prepare to be drawn back into the world of the Baltimore homicide unit as you revisit the cases, characters, and complexities that made this series a classic.
