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Seasons of Research Unit
Research Unit currently has 16 seasons and 171 episodes. Most episodes run for around 60 minutes, giving it the feel of a full hour-long drama. The series is currently marked as "Returning Series". The most recently aired episode came out in 2025.
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When is the next season of Research Unit coming out?
Research Unit is listed as an ongoing series with a "Returning Series" production status, but the next episode or season has not yet been given a firm air date in the official schedule. The most recent episode aired on October 23, 2025, so any future release date is likely to fall after that. Earlier seasons have arrived roughly once a year, so fans typically look to the same part of the calendar for new episodes. When the next release does arrive, it is expected to carry the same content rating of 16 (ES), which can influence when it airs on different providers and platforms.
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overview
What is Research Unit about?
The Section de recherches is a special unit of the Gendarmerie nationale, responsible for the most complex cases. In Bordeaux (from 2006 to 2013) and then in Nice (since 2014), child abductions, disappearances, heinous or sexual crimes are the daily lot of the investigators in this research unit. In the search for witnesses, the team is authorised to extend its investigations beyond France's borders. It blends crime elements. The series reflects a distinct Belgium and France style and perspective. The story is shaped by its creators, Steven Bawol and Dominique Lancelot.
release-timeline
Release pattern and schedule for Research Unit
Research Unit has been releasing episodes between May 2006 and October 2025 across 16 seasons. So far there are 171 released episodes, giving you plenty of story to catch up on before the next drop. Historically there have been longer waits of around 16 months between seasons, which can explain why some fans search early for hints about the next release. Until a new date appears, October 2025 remains the latest confirmed release window for the show.
