Life on Mars
A modern day cop in a 1973 world.
2008 · 1 season · 17 eps · ★ 6.4 · Mystery, Drama, Sci-Fi & Fantasy
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After a car crash, police detective Sam Tyler mysteriously finds himself transported back to 1973 and still working as a detective.
Created by Matthew Graham, Tony Jordan
Network: ABC
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Jason O'Mara Det. Sam Tyler -
Harvey Keitel Lt. Gene Hunt -
Gretchen Mol Policewoman Annie Norris -
Michael Imperioli Det. Ray Carling -
Jonathan Murphy Det. Chris Skelton -
Greg D'Agostino Detective - C Chris Miskiewicz
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John Cenatiempo Sizable Ted -
Lisa Bonet Detective Maya Daniels -
Tanya Fischer Windy -
Matthew Cowles Cowboy Dan -
Jennifer Ferrin Ruth Tyler
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