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• Broadchurch - Both series focus on the investigation of a murder in a small community, with deep character development and emotional storytelling.
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• Line of Duty - Police procedural focusing on serious crime investigations and corruption within the force.
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• The Killing - Both series feature emotional depth and complex narratives around murder investigations.
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• Shetland: The Island - A documentary that provides insight into the same location and cultural backdrop as Shetland.
• Bodyguard - Intense drama intertwined with police work and political intrigue.
• The Outsider - A detective investigates a horrific crime with supernatural elements, embracing dark themes.
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• The Sinner - Explores psychological depth and complicated motivations behind crimes.
• Mindhunter - Focuses on criminal psychology and the investigation of serial killers.
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• The Blacklist - Follows complex criminal cases led by a former criminal mastermind and law enforcement.
• Criminal Minds - Focused on profiling and solving cases based on psychological insights.
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• Top of the Lake: China Girl - Continues exploring complex themes of crime and women's issues in a dark setting.
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• The Bridge - Murder mystery that unfolds across borders, with deep character development.
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• Fargo - Blends crime, drama, and dark humor within a narrative focused on murder investigations.
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