Behind the Scenes of Detecotrists with Mackenzie Crook

take a look at exclusive behind the scenes footage from Detectorists Series 2

[@fliss_walton]

If anyone in charge is watching, thank you. This show got me through post natal depression and now, three years on I have a detector and am extremely happy. It was beautiful, so full of quiet longing. I love it still.

[@BlueQualityRhythm]

What did you find so far?

[@azda8595]

@@ebXXY "Fuck all"

[@sashaking1111]

Wonderful!!!!

[@deanbrown2015]

Are you still detecting? Be interested to know.

[@bigchief2331]

detecting is a wonderful hobby for keeping the black dog at bay , I get so much pleasure from it, just need to learn to ignore the people who stare at you like you are from outer space

[@menwithven2862]

The best bit about this show is that it’s never cruel. Not ever. I’m not against more cynical comedies, in fact there some of my favourites. But now and again (especially during lockdown) it’s so refreshing to see somthing utterly good natured. fucking magical.

[@Vercingetorix58v.]

Yes, you write from my soul, the series has everything and a lot of humor and heart, this is very good for the soul and heart in these difficult times, I would be very happy if the responsible film producers would revive this series again, the spectators would be more than happy.

[@waynejohnson1786]

Mackenzie Crook is a genius, one of my favorite shows of all time.

[@dsav1976]

It's absolutely incredible viewing. I only started last week and am on Season 3 already. It's just amazing to watch and an episode goes by so quick. He is a genius and I can't wait to watch his version of Worzel Gummidge

[@chrisellis1089]

An absolute gem of a series . . perfect in so many ways . .

[@versioncity1]

Indeed, it sums up "Englishness" almost perfectly and so much more truthfully than all the "gritty" dramas.

[@victoir2112]

Yep. It's so....nice, which is an unjustly maligned word.

[@JohnBrown-be6re]

When poetical storytelling, a love of nature and history, really great cast , mystery and perfect music all come together at one point in time. One of the best programmes ever.

[@Vercingetorix58v.]

Hello, my name is Martin Schmitz from Germany, and I have never seen such a beautiful, fantastic series as "Detectorists" in my life, these films are so humorous and full of love that one would like to watch all episodes together, it is already like an addiction, but a nice pleasant addiction! I've seen a lot of films in my 54 years, but I've never been more delighted by films like the series "Detectorists", the actors and the script are unique, just close to the life of the simple, that's what makes this series so likeable. "Detectorists" deserves a sequel with new episodes, many people would certainly be grateful for it and these many people are waiting with great longing for a continuation of this unique wonderful series that touches the hearts of so many people! Please consider a sequel, you would make an audience of millions very happy. Kind regards, Martin Schmitz

[@onewithsource9742]

In case you don't know, in May 2022 Mackenzie Crook announced that there will be a 75 minute long special of the detectorists set to hit screens late 2022!! More wonderful adventures await my friend. I also agree with your entire comment. I'm nearly 40 and to live like these guys and their friends and their awesome little club is a simple yet satisfying life that I would be happy with. A great and quirky bunch of friends who are easy to be around yet a bit cheeky too!

[@weaton25]

@@onewithsource9742 I cannot wait for this to happen I really love this little show.

[@santorini8423]

Go for it mate, it’s what England used to be like in my childhood

[@cesirwin1973]

Hello Martin, I am British, and live in NZ now....I too am addicted to this slow paced brilliance, not much seems to happen.....but it creeps up on you and the all encompassing reality...makes me laugh out loud, cry tears, and reflect on life

[@Vercingetorix58v.]

Yes, in a club like that with friends like that who are a bit bizarre and crazy, the hobby and looking for the detector would certainly be even more fun? I hope a few more episodes will be filmed, maybe in this year 2023, I think it would build on the success of the last episodes, and the fans and viewers would thank the film producers very much!@@onewithsource9742

[@Beevee64]

Love this series. Leaves you with a warm fuzzy feeling. Love the theme tune too. Simply brilliant.

[@skyhigh776]

One day there will be a generation who will wake up and, all of a sudden, realise that good film making is about people and stories, not explosions, car chases, violence and CGI effects!

[@Berniewahlbrinck]

Yeah - hopefully!!

[@sashaking1111]

I hope I will be alive on that day

[@xgreenjacket]

5 years later, it’s all fucking zombies now 🙄

[@scottieburr]

Absolutely loved it, everything about it. Mackenzie, if you happen to read this, the world needs more TV like this! Some of the best TV I have ever watched.

[@LysanderLH]

This series was pure gold. They can do no wrong in all they do. Wonderful!

[@electrolinks]

Mackenzie & Co. If you read these, thanks for the show. It's a gem.

[@happydace6991]

This is up there with the great .... Fawlty Towers , Fools and Horses , The Office , in fact I'd personally put it at the very top. Thank you for giving us this diamond of a show 👍🍻

[@OverlandOne]

This is, by far, the best show I have ever watched. Seasons 1 and 2 both! Just fantastic writing and performances...totally wonderful!

[@AliceHatter]

My fave series ever! Absolutely genius writing. The more you watch it, the more little 'in' jokes you pick up on. I never get tired of watching it..... a real 'feel good' show.

[@1o1s1s1i1e]

Mackenzie Crook has done an absolutely wonderful wonderful job with every aspect of this series! I look forward to every episode, and like "Good Neighbors" I'll be watching them again and again!

[@rosalam2706]

Fab show. So well written. Loved the running joke of every job and had he was pushing something back and forward on the ground. Best comedy for 20 years.

[@thevillageidiot1655]

From Canada and I love this show ! Need season 4 !!!!

[@thevillageidiot1655]

Love the theme song also 👍

[@BigBrianStormer]

@@thevillageidiot1655 I was about to call you a wally, 'cause I thought there was only 2 seasons. I stand corrected, and will watch season 3 ASAP. (also, hell yes, the theme song is brilliant)

[@thevillageidiot1655]

BigBrianStormer this was such a brilliant show !

[@earinsound]

why? they summed it all up at the end. why drag it on until it loses all shape and substance?

[@nathalies4689]

Un bijou cette série. Une campagne anglaise magnifiquement filmée, des personnages plus attachants les uns que les autres, une bien belle histoire. Merci à Arte pour la diffusion et à M. Crook pour ce délicieux moment.

[@Craiglish22]

Incredible show. One of the best things I've watched in a long long time. I can only hope there are more to watch one day! So nice to watch. Just makes you feel nice inside. A pure and utter joy. You simply must watch this.

[@timmiddleton7493]

I loved the stereo-typing of Andy’s labour hire tasks, where every job involves Andy walking along holding a tool or appliance with a handle and staring at the ground. To me that is genius comedy writing.

[@martymann6048]

I would love to see more "behind the scenes". Big fan of the show. hoping for a 3rd series.

[@Britbikerss]

Mackenzie ~ thank you for creating this ~ fabulous show ~ such a belly larf ~ ( Heard the in the interview with Mackenzie on JJJ FM radio in Australia today ~Weds 20 Jan ) Bring it on !!

[@stephenboyer8883]

Best show

[@nicevennett1312]

No word of a lie, I have watched this so many times now, I know the script back to front. And I never, ever tire of it. An absolute beauty.

[@jimloth6091]

The only series in my viewing history where I've come to the end and started over again two days later. Genius and beauty on every level.

[@psocidlover]

Absolutely love it... Please have a 3rd season!

[@darrinfletcher3620]

My buddy was just in Scotland and said that season 3 started airing there last week!

[@gonedetectinguk4578]

Darrin Fletcher i watch it Im in scotland

[@RealmsOfThePossible]

Hope you enjoyed that 3rd season and wow what an ending! :)

[@TheGunterGlieben]

Never mind what Diane said, please have a 4th season. 😄

[@gazza2933]

What a superb series this has been. 👍

[@breakwindfarms5583]

Great show MacKenzie , can't wait for a new season of detectorists

[@onewithsource9742]

10 out of 10 for life. Everything about this show and the cast makes me happy.

[@Liamisinthehouse]

Bloody love this series

[@sticklebacksummer]

Someone give Mackenzie a giant budget to make this into a film,BBC seem to be ashamed of this series,because it's about real England,genius! Mackenzie,never stop.

[@flashtheoriginal]

Yes. If it was set in a Celtic nation with a BAME disabled transgender vegan leftwing remainer ex-refugee, it would be at the very top of the BBCs production list. I love everybody, but the BBC equates diversity with patronisation, brainwash, shaming the commoner and favouritism, based on my mandatory licence revenue. FACT

[@earinsound]

@@flashtheoriginal you're a knob. talk about brainwashed and blinkered.

[@nickjung7394]

Really excellent series, a pleasure to watch.

[@albear972]

Just by sheer coincidence I broke out my old metal detector that I bought back in 1996 and used -12 times. It's been put away since 1998 or so. I powered it on and still works. I just forgot how to use the silly thing. And not soon after that I found this very charming and witty show. We saw Series 1 and loved it. What a heartbreaking S1 finale, the very nice guys missing the treasure. 😢

[@tomtwardowski8660]

Great show. Have watched series 1 & 2 a couple of times. Series 3 on Acorn TV now, on Netflix later this year. A bravo to the entire cast and crew.

[@bigyin2794]

Mackenzie, Bravo, my favourite sitcom of all time, warm, nature loving, ancestor connecting, genius, THANK YOU.

[@1flamingomoon]

Wonderful show and superior cast! Fingers crossed for a 3rd season!

[@matrich1983]

Every time you watch it you notice something different. Very very clever!! "Where is the finds table?.......we couldnt find it" lols

[@lindsaybrown7357]

Even off camera and out of character, they fit their on-screen personas so well. There would have been a lot of fun to be had when they were making this series.

[@LaPtiteAnglaise]

This is possibly the most perfect thing on television I’ve ever watched

[@treadhead105]

What a great series. 10 more seasons please.

[@nige99]

I watch it over and over again ...brilliant

[@bepolitesharethings7536]

fair few tears shed during this series hey

[@pootube1974]

So Mackenzie is a real metal detectorist ,super show Mackenzie you probably know that real metal detectorists love the show for the humour the real things that detectorists come across and deal with and that great theme song that polishes the show .loving series three already.

[@odinp]

Avid detector from Australia, this was a great show. Please make more.

[@robsmy485]

Loved this all of it my husband grew up in framlingham it's nice to see the

[@ShaggyDawg]

Lovely little show!

[@paulfranciosi647]

Amazing gentle comedy. Love it.

[@RealmsOfThePossible]

I love Sheila, brilliant character.

[@92RedRevolver]

Haha, got to love the actress who plays Sheila at the end.

[@Go-Dawgs]

I love this show🌟

[@coops9871]

excellent series

[@BigBrianStormer]

Well acted. Nice and slow pacing. Brilliant theme music.

[@darrencox9880]

Wholesome, funny and wonderful series.

[@TheGunterGlieben]

I’ll be gutted if there is no season 4. Great show. 👍

[@Louise-ez4vs]

Brilliant show , love it so much. Have you chaps seen a trampoline?:)

[@aaarrrggghhhh]

This is gold dust

[@siliconesal]

I’m halfway through Season 3 - third time around - it’s the best.

[@darrenwilson8042]

The BEST comedy show - luvvit

[@xXDJllamap3tt3rXx]

I miss this show

[@anthonyfrost2530]

I live on the west coast of Australia so no Saxon gold here ...only gold rings and watches , people don't realise that on a hot day their fingers swell , giving a tight fit to their rings , they cool off in the sea , dry themselves and ....where's my ring ? it's ok i found it with my detector ..gold is $2000 AN OUNCE ' NOW ! I SELL IT AS SCRAP I have a Rolex oyster watch , half gold , self winding , bomb proof, the crystal slight crack, is it a real Rolex ? don't know ..it's like fishing , never know what you might get , some guys use underwater detectors here finding rings etc on commission , i love this show , i suffer with them regarding all those damn ring pulls but they are non ferrous (not iron ) so they could be .....gold ! hope i didn't bore you but wish my legs were younger , i love this show !

[@jennhoff03]

I can barely hear some of these people over the music. But the show itself is fantastic. It's so refreshingly realistic and hopeful.

[@AnthonyMonaghan]

I really want to become a Detectorist, but living in New Zealand...hmmm. If I lived in the UK, definitely. It's so cool that Mackenzie Crook is a Detectorist himself. What a great series. Very calming in this turbulent world and funny as anything I've seen. Well done Mr. Crook.

[@motelghost477]

Glorious. Can't wait for the third series to air. Sheila is the breakout star.

[@thereapersperch]

would love McKenzie to come up with another idea for a sitcom/drama. I'm sure it'd be brill.

[@kolekcjamonet2181]

I hope they do a season 3!!!

[@mwyatt222]

Please bring this show back !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@normaread8771]

Such a good prog,more please.

[@BlandMarkComedy]

Brilliant show. SPOLILER ALERT- The gold dance made me weep.

[@Droneboy-72]

This was all shot within a few miles of where I live it's fascinating well written series I'd like more but ? Will they

[@rogueriderhood1862]

I wish! I would love to see a fourth series. We can only hope.

[@Droneboy-72]

@@rogueriderhood1862 stop hoping it’s here 😂

[@Severin69]

Pub?

[@metalman4141]

If at first you don’t get it .....watch again !!!!

[@plummetplum]

Forget Norwich, this show has put metal detecting 'on the map'.

[@VernaSelander]

I have been waiting and waiting for a new series...when will we get to see one??

[@joegee1000]

Mr. Mackenzie is a bit of a genius I think. I hope the principals involved in this series see the longevity of it....It will go easy 8 seasons. To date there are only 3 with something like a "special" hour and a half program coming up, which I am sad to say will probably be the farewell.

[@strawberryfieldsforever3308]

Ive just watched series 1 2 and 3 over the last week and thought it was an excellent show..if i had to pick a favourite character it would be a hard choice between lance and sheila..its made me want to dust of my detector and get back out there..lol

[@dfrozendog3849]

Okay, think about this... "The Detectorists" the MOVIE! Screwing up rappelling, confusion with map reading, hell, throw in a Bigfoot sighting. I have a Jimmy Sierra Bigfoot coil from back in 2007, oh sorry it was a mistaken overheard conversation. The possibilities are endless. I would buy the DVD if it would play on a player in the US. Hey, a lot of funny stuff happens metal detecting.

[@muttley9520]

Has anyone ever found a metal detector with a metal detector?

[@chrisangove8997]

where can i get a DMDC coat?????

[@barrycross2585]

Sheila must make seriously strong Lemonade judging by the expressions of people drinking it

[@dougtherugg]

The one moment when Mackenzie drinks some and closes one eye and has to force it open again. Genius

[@davidedward2352]

You're bloody 32 years old?

[@markhouse7903]

Ensemble cast, great writing, screams England, for me as good as it gets....

[@robinnicholas7867]

What are detecotrists?

[@susanw7045]

Where can I find it in the U.S.? I've been looking for months!

[@dougtherugg]

I found all episodes on you tube

[@manima7699]

I enjoyed this serie for many reasons, but one that I really liked are the dialogues and 'human scenes'. Now movies need action, visual effects and more action (don't get me wrong, I enjoy an action movie as much as anybody else, but I like to have more options). Where are the dialogues? I'm from Spain and even if we do not have the best cinema we do have some pretty good movies, and they are good because de great perfomancem dialogues and story :3 Like Lunes al Sol or La lengua de las Mariposas. And I really like Crook, he has a place in my heart since I saw him in Pirates of the Caribbean when I was 12 ^.^

[@GrumpyYank26]

Does anyone else think the Sophie Thompson character seems a little like Georgette from the Mary Tyler Moore Show? Remember her?

[@HusbandofLois]

Mackenzie Crook has changed a lot since The Office

[@МиколаАнатолійовичСвидрань]

Hello! Greetings from Ukraine Thank you! And I liked the movie and song! Raise a phone call ... I wish you luck! Remove at least a few more seasons :)! Sorry if my text read poorly, I use a translator for English Do not know. Good luck!

[@WasabiWaits4No1]

see Johnny Flynn on KZbin for song and other lovely melodies

[@thereapersperch]

"A detecting device" I see some of the lingo has rubbed off on her.

[@thewildgoose7467]

Imagine living in a fantasy land where it's okay to own a metal detector, but it's illegal to search for anything with it? Welcome to Ireland, the land of loony legislators..... Detectorists is a brilliant series which rewards multiple viewings by revealing more hidden gems.

[@strawberryfieldsforever3308]

Even at the beach ? here in england you just apply for a forshore permit that lasts 12 months and your free to search most beaches.

[@thewildgoose7467]

@@strawberryfieldsforever3308 Not even at the beach! Not anywhere, including on your own land? Just imagine, if Bishop lived in Ireland he'd have to "stay clear of the paddock" himself?

[@strawberryfieldsforever3308]

@@thewildgoose7467 lol the paddock..that old guy was crazy funny....not good if you cant even detect your own land' i know scotland are more strict than england but never knew ireland was just simply nowhere

[@kailashpatel1706]

There is something very English about it..

[@emjayay]

Like for example everything.

[@jimloth6091]

Exactly, and for an ex-pat who left England in 1964, this is a little piece of home I can watch any time here in Canada.

[@kailashpatel1706]

@@jimloth6091 miss England..?

[@jimloth6091]

@@kailashpatel1706 Yes, very much.

[@keithy507]

I’ll be your treasure

[@4leafclover611]

Reminds me of Last of the Summer Wine

[@SourceEastAnglia]

Interesting way of spelling "detectorists" in the video title 🤣😂

[@markjinks2598]

Mackenzie or Toby should be the next James Bond , far better than “ mr bond we have been expecting you “

[@deanjameson6668]

Best in the wirld

[@deanbeckworth1053]

Get the spelling correct

[@jamesrivis620]

Detecotrists ?

[@junpi8562]

If the actress at the end wants a new hobby, she'd be amazing at ASMR videos.

[@WasabiWaits4No1]

Sophie Thompson, sister to Emma, and an accomplished and experienced actor in her own right

[@kerryannalleway8246]

@mackenziecrook Noice work

[@sarahhall4355]

Check out spelling....... detectorists ..... please.

[@ebXXY]

Nox wrong 🦡