Criminal Record is a British crime-thriller television series created and written by Paul Rutman, starring Peter Capaldi and Cush Jumbo. The first series, consisting of eight episodes, premiered on Apple TV+ on January 10, 2024.
Official Synopsis: An anonymous phone call draws two detectives into a confrontation over an old murder case — one a young woman early in her career, the other a well-connected man determined to protect his legacy. The series touches on race, institutional failure, and the search for common ground in a polarized Britain.
Quick Facts
| Title | Criminal Record |
| Release Date | January 10, 2024 (season 1); April 22, 2026 (season 2) |
| Creator | Paul Rutman |
| Composers | Neil Davidge & Mikey J Asante |
| Genre | Crime, Drama, Thriller |
| Where to Watch | Apple TV+ |
Theme Song of Criminal Record
- “Just Me and You” by The Dreamliners: This song is part of the album Best Things in Life by The Dreamliners, released in 2018, in a classic soul style. It serves as the series’ recurring theme song.
Criminal Record Soundtrack, Episode by Episode
Here is the soundtrack list broken down episode by episode:
Episode 1
- Just Me and You by The Dreamliners
- Last Breath by Lastlings: from the Australian electronic duo’s 2020 album First Contact.
- Helperke by Xelili Mewlana
Episode 2
- Remember by JustDan Beats: from the 2023 release Last Sec.
Episode 3
- Just Me and You by The Dreamliners: the series’ theme song returns.
Episodes 4 and 5
- The same theme song from the start of the series continues to play across these episodes; see the entry above for details.
Who Composed the Criminal Record Score?
Neil Davidge and Mikey J Asante composed the original music for Criminal Record.
- Mikey J Asante (born Michael Asante) is a London-born producer, composer, and DJ. As a producer he has worked with several major-label artists and has composed for television, film, and theatre.
- Neil Davidge is a producer, composer, and longtime collaborator with Massive Attack. His other scores include the video game Halo 4 — the highest-charting video game score of all time — the BAFTA-winning Sitting in Limbo, and the fantasy series Britannia.
Official Trailer
You can also watch the official trailer for Criminal Record on YouTube for a glimpse of the story and cast.
If you’re a fan of crime thrillers, this series is worth your time: each cast member gets room to make their character memorable, anchored by Peter Capaldi and Cush Jumbo’s central rivalry-turned-partnership.
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The series cast includes Peter Capaldi, Cush Jumbo, Zoë Wanamaker, Aysha Kala, Dionne Brown, Shaun Dooley, Tom Moutchi, Charlie Creed-Miles, Cathy Tyson, and Stephen Campbell Moore.
For season 1, Elaine Collins served as executive producer alongside Rutman, Capaldi, and Jumbo. Jim Loach and Shaun James Grant directed the eight episodes between them. Criminal Record was filmed in London and produced for Apple TV+ by Tod Productions and STV Studios.
Season 1 landed well with critics, holding a 90% approval rating from 50 critics on Rotten Tomatoes and a “generally favorable” 74/100 score on Metacritic. Apple TV+ renewed the show for a second season, which premiered on April 22, 2026 and ran weekly through its finale on June 10, 2026. (Source: Wikipedia, IMDb)
Frequently Asked Questions
Who composed the Criminal Record soundtrack?
Neil Davidge and Mikey J Asante composed the original score for the series.
What is the theme song for Criminal Record?
“Just Me and You” by The Dreamliners, from their 2018 album Best Things in Life, plays as the series’ recurring theme.
Who stars in Criminal Record?
Peter Capaldi and Cush Jumbo lead the cast as DCI Daniel Hegarty and DS June Lenker, with Zoë Wanamaker, Charlie Creed-Miles, Cathy Tyson, and Stephen Campbell Moore also featured.
Is there a Criminal Record season 2?
Yes. Apple TV+ renewed the series, and season 2 premiered on April 22, 2026, running weekly through a finale on June 10, 2026.
Where can I watch Criminal Record?
The series streams exclusively on Apple TV+.
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