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Hudson & Rex

"Good detectives, great partners."

TV Show TV-PG 2019 8.4 /10 Returning
Citytv A Citytv Original
Created by Ken Cuperus, Peter Hajek

Canadian detective Charlie Hudson teams up with what he calls his highly trained law enforcement animal, a German Shepherd named Rex. He respects this partner because Rex can carry out tough tracking and evidence gathering without constant chatter, letting Charlie focus on the mystery of the... Read more

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About Hudson & Rex

Canadian detective Charlie Hudson teams up with what he calls his highly trained law enforcement animal, a German Shepherd named Rex. He respects this partner because Rex can carry out tough tracking and evidence gathering without constant chatter, letting Charlie focus on the mystery of the case. Each episode ropes in police routines, city scenery, and a steady rhythm of clues that Rex can sniff out, leading to the solution. The duo works with a team that includes Sarah Truong, Joseph Donovan, Jesse Mills, and Mark, who bring their skills to the table as Hudson navigates a sometimes stubborn system. The show balances procedural twists with the warmth of a dog driven partnership. Scenes of late night stakeouts add realism.

Released in 2019, the Canadian series Hudson & Rex was created by Ken Cuperus and Peter Hajek. It's an adaptation inspired by the Austrian show Kommissar Rex, with multiple directors handling episodes. It blends procedural crime solving with character driven storytelling.

As a Canadian take on a familiar canine cop format, the show gives Rex a full co star role and a steady x ray of loyalty and teamwork. It sits in the lineage of dog friendly procedurals while keeping a modern urban lens. Its approach to canine partnership resonates with audiences who enjoy seeing animals contribute to justice on screen.

Critics tend to praise the show's balance of straightforward crime solving with human and animal character moments. It explores trust between partners, the ethics of police work, and how loyalty and teamwork can bridge gaps between people and animals while keeping a brisk pace.

Awards: There are no widely reported major nominations for Hudson & Rex as of now, so this section remains unfilled in terms of honors. The show has nonetheless earned a loyal audience and steady run in its genre, reflecting solid storytelling and performances.

Details

Release Date
February 25, 2019
Rating
TV-PG
User Ratings
114 votes
Type
TV Series
Seasons
8
Episodes
116
Network
Citytv
Status
Returning Series
Genres
Drama, Crime
Country
Canada
Studio
Shaftesbury Films +2 more
External Links
View on IMDB

Official Trailer

Cast

John Reardon

John Reardon

Charlie Hudson

Mayko Nguyen

Mayko Nguyen

Sarah Truong

Kevin Hanchard

Kevin Hanchard

Joseph Donovan

Justin Kelly

Justin Kelly

Jesse Mills

Luke Roberts

Luke Roberts

Mark

Created by: Ken Cuperus, Peter Hajek

Seasons (8 seasons, 116 episodes)

Season 1

Season 1

13 episodes - 2019

Season 2

Season 2

19 episodes - 2019

Season 3

Season 3

16 episodes - 2021

Season 4

Season 4

16 episodes - 2021

Season 5

Season 5

20 episodes - 2022

Season 6

Season 6

16 episodes - 2023

Season 7

Season 7

8 episodes - 2025

Season 8

Season 8

8 episodes - 2025

Frequently Asked Questions

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Hudson & Rex has 8 seasons with a total of 116 episodes.

With a rating of 8.4/10 from 114 viewers, Hudson & Rex is highly recommended and considered excellent by most viewers.

Canadian detective Charlie Hudson teams up with what he calls his highly trained law enforcement animal, a German Shepherd named Rex. He respects this partner because Rex can carry out tough tracking and evidence gathering without constant chatter, letting Charlie focus on the mystery of the case...

Hudson & Rex stars John Reardon, Mayko Nguyen, Kevin Hanchard, Justin Kelly, and Luke Roberts.

Hudson & Rex was created by Ken Cuperus and Peter Hajek.

Hudson & Rex was released on February 25, 2019.

Hudson & Rex is a Drama and Crime series.

John Reardon plays Detective Charlie Hudson. He teams up with his highly trained German Shepherd partner Rex to crack cases.

The main cast includes John Reardon as Detective Charlie Hudson, Mayko Nguyen as Sarah Truong, Kevin Hanchard as Joseph Donovan, Justin Kelly as Jesse Mills, and Luke Roberts as Mark. The show centers on Hudson and his canine partner Rex.

Hudson & Rex has eight seasons. The series also comprises 116 episodes.

In Hudson & Rex, Detective Charlie Hudson teams up with his highly trained law enforcement dog Rex to solve crimes. The core of the show is their partnership as they work through cases.