Broadcast and release dates
Shetland: Series 5 episodes and locations
The 56 aired episodes span series one to ten. The first series is a two-part story, the second contains three two-part adaptations, and series three onwards use six-part serials.
Shetland
Series 5
- Series 5, Episode 1 · 12 February 2019
Series 5 Episode 1
The discovery of a young man’s remains starts an investigation that follows his movements and uncovers a wider threat.
- Series 5, Episode 2 · 19 February 2019
Series 5 Episode 2
A violent attack and a missing family member complicate the case, leaving Perez to distinguish frightened witnesses from suspects.
- Series 5, Episode 3 · 26 February 2019
Series 5 Episode 3
Perez travels to Glasgow and works with a trafficking specialist as the search extends beyond the islands.
- Series 5, Episode 4 · 5 March 2019
Series 5 Episode 4
The inquiry returns to people who may know where Zezi is being held, while the danger surrounding the investigation escalates.
- Series 5, Episode 5 · 12 March 2019
Series 5 Episode 5
A possible safe house becomes a focus for the detectives as Olivia’s search and Duncan’s difficulties intensify.
- Series 5, Episode 6 · 19 March 2019
Series 5 Episode 6
Perez tries to keep the search for Zezi moving as troubling discoveries place additional pressure on Olivia and Duncan.
BBC programme references accompany the entries. Broadcast dates are cross-checked against published UK listings, including the postponed 28 February 2018 episode. Series-level filming evidence is not treated as an individual episode location.