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Discover everything you need to know about the Citytv original series Hudson & Rex Season 8 (2025) — from its premiere date and streaming platform to the complete episode guide and cast lineup. I’ll also walk you through a step-by-step guide on how to watch it online in the UK. Got questions? Drop them in the comments, and I’ll respond quickly to help you start streaming without any hassle.
How can I watch Hudson and Rex Season 8 in the UK on Citytv+
To watch Hudson & Rex Season 8 on Citytv Plus, follow these steps:
Hudson & Rex Season 8 Plot
Hudson & Rex is the Canadian reimagining of the classic Austrian-Italian series Kommissar Rex. It begins with Detective Charlie Hudson teaming up with Rex, a highly trained German Shepherd who lost his original handler. Together, they build a partnership rooted in loyalty, empathy, and sharp instincts. Their cases range from murder investigations and kidnappings to poisonings and heists, always spotlighting the connection between man and dog. Over the years, fans have watched their relationship deepen, while the team around them brought humor, heart, and intellect to the table. In Season 8, the focus shifts as Mark Hudson joins Rex, creating a new dynamic. This season dives deeper into suspense, exploring emotional struggles and cases tied to a looming, darker threat.
When does Hudson & Rex Season 8 premiere?
Season 8 of Hudson & Rex aired on September 22, 2025, on Citytv.
Hudson & Rex Season 8 Cast
- Luke Roberts as Mark Hudson
- Diesel vom Burgimwald, Dylan, and Dante as Rex
- Mayko Nguyen as Sarah Truong
- Kevin Hanchard as Superintendent Joe Donovan
- Justin Kelly as Jesse Mills
- Bridget Wareham as Dr. Karma Poole
- Raven Dauda as Sergeant Jan Renley
- Andrew Bushell as Michael Billinger
- Lanette Ware as Superintendent Vanessa Lewis
Hudson & Rex Season 8 Episode Guide:
- Into the Wilds – Mark, Rex, and Jesse track a missing witness who is being hunted by a mob boss’s assassin.
- Runaway Witness – Release Date: September 29, 2025: (Spoiler Alert) The case takes a gripping turn when a young lawyer is suddenly abducted off the street. The team’s only lead is a child who witnessed the crime but has since gone missing. As they track the boy down, Rex establishes a bond with the traumatized child, who communicates mainly through his drawings. These sketches become crucial in piecing together the truth, pushing Hudson and his team closer to uncovering a dangerous money-laundering scheme. With time running out, they must work swiftly to rescue the kidnapped lawyer before the criminals eliminate her to cover their tracks.
- Criminal Rex – Sarah and Rex are kidnapped by a vengeful criminal mastermind, forcing the team into a high-stakes rescue mission.
- Best Kind – A businessman’s death on his yacht sparks a hunt for a missing watch that could reveal the killer’s identity.
- Of All the Gin Joints – Family rivalries boil over after a distillery owner is found drowned, with Rex uncovering the secret ingredient behind the case.
- Fortitude Newfoundland – A survivalist competition takes a deadly turn when a staged bear attack is revealed to be a cover for murder.
- Conspiracy Theory – The team investigates the shocking death of a conspiracy podcaster, uncovering unexpected ties to Mark’s past.
- Bird’s Eye View (Mid-Season) – The finale ties together dark threads and pushes Rex and Mark to their absolute limits.
Why was John Reardon not in Season 8?
John Reardon did not return for Season 8 of Hudson & Rex because he was diagnosed with tonsil cancer during Season 7. He later recovered and returned fit for work, but the producers decided to move forward without his character. Instead, they introduced Mark Hudson, played by Luke Roberts, as Rex’s new partner.
Where to watch Hudson & Rex Season 8 in the UK?
Previous seasons of Hudson & Rex are currently available to stream in the UK on Alibi via NOW (formerly NOW TV). Season 8 is also expected to be added to the same platform, giving British viewers full access once it becomes available. However, the exact release date for Hudson & Rex Season 8 in the UK has not yet been officially announced.
Hudson & Rex Season 8 Preview:
The trailer for Hudson & Rex Season 8 has been released.
FAQs
- Is John Reardon returning as Charlie Hudson in Season 8?
No. John Reardon will not be returning in Season 8. - Who replaces Charlie Hudson as Rex’s detective partner in Season 8?
The role of detective partner to Rex is taken over by Mark Hudson (played by Luke Roberts). - Where was Season 8 filmed?
Filming took place in St. John’s, Newfoundland from May to late July 2025. - What happened to Diesel, the dog who played Rex?
Diesel vom Burgimwald, the original dog actor for Rex, passed away prior to Season 7; his nephews (Dillon, Dante, etc.) and relatives have taken over the role.
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