Motive is a crime TV show created by Daniel Cerone and is produced by Foundation Features and Universal Television. The show stars Kristin Lehman, Louis Ferreira, Brendan Penny and Lauren Holly. Motive first aired on CTV on May 23, 2013. So far, there have been four seasons. The series currently has a 7.4 out of 10 IMDb rating based on 4,853 user votes.
Unfortunately, CTV has officially cancelled / ended the series. There are no plans for season 5.
This post has the latest information on the status of Motive season 5 as we continuously monitor the news to keep you updated.
Motive season 5 release date: Was it cancelled?
When does Motive season 5 come out?
CTV has officially cancelled Motive tv series. Season 4 of Motive will be the last season. CTV has yet to make plans for the next season, but we can never be sure. As of November 2023, season five has not been planned or scheduled. If you want to get notified of any changes, please sign up for updates below, and join the conversation in our forums. You can also check out Motive’s IMDb page.
Was Motive renewed for season 5?
Regrettably, no, Motive has been cancelled by CTV. Season four will be the final season.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Motive cancelled?
Yes, Motive has been officially canceled. There will not be a season 5.
When did Motive originally come out?
Motive originally came out on Thursday, May 23, 2013.
How many seasons of Motive are there?
The show has had a total of four seasons.
Is Motive on Netflix?
We do not track Netflix release dates; you can check if Motive is on Netflix at NetflixDates.
What time does Motive come on?
Motive aired 10:00 PM ET / 8:00 PM PT on CTV. You can also find out Motive air times in different time zones.
Motive plot and series summary
A feisty Vancouver homicide detective tracks down the most cunning of killers by trying to figure out the often unexpected motive to the crime.
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Motive age rating
Motive is rated TV-14, which means it contains some material that many parents would find unsuitable for children under 14 years of age. Parents are strongly urged to exercise greater care in monitoring this program and are cautioned against letting children under the age of 14 watch unattended. This program may contain one or more of the following: intensely suggestive dialogue, strong coarse language, intense sexual situations, or intense violence.
Motive season 5 status and details
| Name: | Motive |
| Last Season: | Season 4 |
| Status: | CANCELLED |
| Original Premiere: | May 23, 2013 |
| Total Episodes: | 52 |
| Network: | CTV |
| Episode Runtime: | Approx. 1 hour |
| Genres: | Crime, Drama, Mystery, Thriller |
| Parental Rating: | TV-14 |
| Region: | Canada |
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