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By *ensuallover1000 OP Man
over a year ago

Somewhere In The Ether…

I have recently developed a keen proclivity for these and it’s not just on account of the stories; the scenery is invariably quite spectacular to behold to!

Any other fans here and what are your personal favourites?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

The Nordic/Scandi Noir are hard to beat in my opinion. Border town and the like.

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By *ensuallover1000 OP Man
over a year ago

Somewhere In The Ether…

"The Nordic/Scandi Noir are hard to beat in my opinion. Border town and the like. "

That’s on my to watch list

Isn’t there a feature film version to?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Oh! I don't know, I'd be very interested if there was.

Black spot was good, too.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Yep, totally agree.

'The Bridge' is brilliant. Im trying to remember the others.

I enjoyed 'Occupied' too, although not a crime drama. Its a series about Russia invading Norway

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By *litterbabeWoman
over a year ago

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I watched and enjoyed a series called "Twinsd" recently, I think it was set in Scandinavia. It was subtitled. The scenary was incredible

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By *ensuallover1000 OP Man
over a year ago

Somewhere In The Ether…

"Oh! I don't know, I'd be very interested if there was.

Black spot was good, too. "

I loved Black Spot!

Sad news though: A third season has STILL not been confirmed (and is looking doubtful) after season two’s viewing figures were not as much as the makers had hoped for (certainly in comparison to the first series).

Fingers crossed though as there are so many questions left unanswered

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Oh! I don't know, I'd be very interested if there was.

Black spot was good, too.

I loved Black Spot!

Fingers crossed though as there are so many questions left unanswered

There were!!!!!

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By *ensuallover1000 OP Man
over a year ago

Somewhere In The Ether…

"Yep, totally agree.

'The Bridge' is brilliant. Im trying to remember the others.

I enjoyed 'Occupied' too, although not a crime drama. Its a series about Russia invading Norway "

I’ve heard many good things about The Bridge; another to add to my list therefore. Thank you

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By *ensuallover1000 OP Man
over a year ago

Somewhere In The Ether…

"I watched and enjoyed a series called "Twinsd" recently, I think it was set in Scandinavia. It was subtitled. The scenary was incredible"

I also love the differing architectural styles; small French villages, Italian markets etc. Such fascination really adds to the enjoyment experience for me

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By *elvet RopeMan
over a year ago

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"Yep, totally agree.

'The Bridge' is brilliant. Im trying to remember the others.

I enjoyed 'Occupied' too, although not a crime drama. Its a series about Russia invading Norway

I’ve heard many good things about The Bridge; another to add to my list therefore. Thank you

Think its what the UK/French drama The Tunnel was based on- they also did a American version with Matthew Lillard in it, who was fantastic as always.

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By *ensuallover1000 OP Man
over a year ago

Somewhere In The Ether…

"Yep, totally agree.

'The Bridge' is brilliant. Im trying to remember the others.

I enjoyed 'Occupied' too, although not a crime drama. Its a series about Russia invading Norway

I’ve heard many good things about The Bridge; another to add to my list therefore. Thank you

Think its what the UK/French drama The Tunnel was based on- they also did a American version with Matthew Lillard in it, who was fantastic as always.

Another for my list - thank you

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By *ensuallover1000 OP Man
over a year ago

Somewhere In The Ether…

I’m presently watching a good one on Netflix from Luxembourg called, Capitani.

Only two seasons thus far but it’s filled with most welcome twists and turns

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I've watched Woman of the Dead - Austrian mini series on Netflix.

I love different development of characters comparing to what we are used to in American or British TV shows. Tempo of the storyline and plot helped too.

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By *urchoicenowCouple
over a year ago

Ashford

Yes love them

The Killing is amongst the best

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By *ull English with teaMan
over a year ago

London

Cagney & Lacey

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I’m presently watching a good one on Netflix from Luxembourg called, Capitani.

Only two seasons thus far but it’s filled with most welcome twists and turns

I like the look of that one, too.

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By *ensuallover1000 OP Man
over a year ago

Somewhere In The Ether…

"I've watched Woman of the Dead - Austrian mini series on Netflix.

I love different development of characters comparing to what we are used to in American or British TV shows. Tempo of the storyline and plot helped too.

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That’s a great point; the whole feel is typically very different to UK and American offerings which I also love though (a gluten for the whole genre me)

By way of example, I watched a French series called, The Forest which was very slow moving but at the same time, absolutely captivating.

And the scenery once again….absolutely beautiful beyond words

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By *ensuallover1000 OP Man
over a year ago

Somewhere In The Ether…

"Yes love them

The Killing is amongst the best"

That was a fantastic series

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By *ensuallover1000 OP Man
over a year ago

Somewhere In The Ether…

"Cagney & Lacey"

I remember that

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By *elvet RopeMan
over a year ago

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Get on to More4 or whatever its called this week- they have an entire section of foreign dramas (Walter Presents). Most of what i've seen beats the quality of 99% of British TV with a big shitty stick!

While not entirely crime related, Greyzone is brilliant, about a terrorist plot, but with the same sort of drama and tension as a crime drama.

I can also recommend The Adulterer and The Swingers (the latter has surprisingly little to do with swinging, just there to coax people in) but again, both gripping shows with great acting and storylines.

Also, The Deutschland series (3 of em) are utterly fantastic!

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By *ensuallover1000 OP Man
over a year ago

Somewhere In The Ether…

"Get on to More4 or whatever its called this week- they have an entire section of foreign dramas (Walter Presents). Most of what i've seen beats the quality of 99% of British TV with a big shitty stick!

While not entirely crime related, Greyzone is brilliant, about a terrorist plot, but with the same sort of drama and tension as a crime drama.

Also, The Deutschland series (3 of em) are utterly fantastic!

Thank you

I’ve got some serious viewing ahead

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Not a "crime drama" per se, but a semi-historical crime film I can recommend, is "Chasing The Dragon". It's set in Hong Kong during the 1960s to 70s and documents the exploits of a major HK triad boss and his murky dealings/entanglements with HK law enforcement and political figures of the time.

Very good film. Reasonably accurate. And yes, there are English subtitles.

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By *ifty grades of shadyCouple
over a year ago

Carisbrooke, Isle of Wight

While not entirely crime related, Greyzone is brilliant, about a terrorist plot, but with the same sort of drama and tension as a crime drama.

Also, The Deutschland series (3 of em) are utterly fantastic!

We'll second this, add sex crimes:code 37 and there's one about an autist woman who pairs up with a female detective which is great, it's called Astrid, both on Walter presents

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By *ittlebirdWoman
over a year ago

The Big Smoke

I love Inspector Montalbano but I have to say the books are loads better. Worth a watch though

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I thoroughly enjoyed the series 100 Code.

I've watched season one of Der Pass but haven't started season 3 yet. But really liked that one too.

And Midnight Sun had me hooked too.

After watching the UK The Tunnel I've wanted to watch the bridge but still haven't got to it.

I don't actually watch TV most days.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I have recently developed a keen proclivity for these and it’s not just on account of the stories; the scenery is invariably quite spectacular to behold to!

Any other fans here and what are your personal favourites?

Binged most of a series called "Undercover" on Netflix lately. Belgian I think it is. Highly reccomend, and the baddy who's my favourite character got a spin off origin story film, also on there.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I thoroughly enjoyed the series 100 Code.

I've watched season one of Der Pass but haven't started season 3 yet. But really liked that one too.

And Midnight Sun had me hooked too.

After watching the UK The Tunnel I've wanted to watch the bridge but still haven't got to it.

I don't actually watch TV most days.

*2 not 3

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By *londeHotwife87Couple
over a year ago

South Yorkshire

"I thoroughly enjoyed the series 100 Code.

I've watched season one of Der Pass but haven't started season 3 yet. But really liked that one too.

And Midnight Sun had me hooked too.

After watching the UK The Tunnel I've wanted to watch the bridge but still haven't got to it.

I don't actually watch TV most days.

Oh yes 100 Code was good, was always hoping for a second season!

The Bridge gets my vote also!

Beck is a good Swedish one.

Deadwind and The Chestnut man on Netflix are also some I’ve really enjoyed.

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By *ensuallover1000 OP Man
over a year ago

Somewhere In The Ether…

Thank you so much everyone

I’ve been watching the trailers for your recommendations - they all look fantastic!

Thank you all once again

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By *UGGYBEAR2015Man
over a year ago

BRIDPORT

Van Der Valk

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By *tephTV67TV/TS
over a year ago

Cheshire

Definitely The Bridge, is a worthwhile watch. Saga one of the lead detectives is a great character.

I’ve watched quite a few of the Scandinavian dramas on BBC4 and they’re all really good.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I can recommend Fauda - more of a drama than a crime series tho

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By *skyouneverknowMan
over a year ago

Calne

I've binged watched almost every scandic drama - seems like thousands of them

Particular favourites include border town - plus a Belgium series "sex crimes code 37" it's great plus has the added bonus of lingering camera shots of Veerle Baetens arse

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I've watched Woman of the Dead - Austrian mini series on Netflix.

I love different development of characters comparing to what we are used to in American or British TV shows. Tempo of the storyline and plot helped too.

That’s a great point; the whole feel is typically very different to UK and American offerings which I also love though (a gluten for the whole genre me)

By way of example, I watched a French series called, The Forest which was very slow moving but at the same time, absolutely captivating.

And the scenery once again….absolutely beautiful beyond words

Wintery beautiful scenes in the show above. Filmed in Tyrol amongst other locations.

enjoy.

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By *ophieslutTV/TS
over a year ago

Central

BBC 4 Saturday 9pm has had some amazing examples, especially ScandiNoir. A few have been mentioned.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

On all4. There is an Italian series based on true events about the mafia. Its called the hunter. The person its based on has recently been in the news again with the mafia trying to get an injunction against his book because it portrays them in a bad light.

Also a French series the crimson rivers.

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By *tephTV67TV/TS
over a year ago

Cheshire

Gomorrah, probably as good or, in my opinion, better than the Sopranos for a series based around the mafia.

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By *hunky GentMan
over a year ago

Maldon and Peterborough

Starkly and Hutch was pretty good

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Peacemakers.

The Finnish tv show.

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By *ifty grades of shadyCouple
over a year ago

Carisbrooke, Isle of Wight

"On all4. There is an Italian series based on true events about the mafia. Its called the hunter. The person its based on has recently been in the news again with the mafia trying to get an injunction against his book because it portrays them in a bad light.

Also a French series the crimson rivers. "

Gonna check the mafia on out, Crimson River is excellent too

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I like these also. They are mostly norwegian arent they, there is something quite relaxing about having to read the film and watch it and try to absorb Norwegian.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Yep, totally agree.

'The Bridge' is brilliant. Im trying to remember the others.

I enjoyed 'Occupied' too, although not a crime drama. Its a series about Russia invading Norway "

Probably just a special operation. Nothing to worry about….

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By *iigguy13Man
over a year ago

Normandy, France

'Spiral', French cop drama, set in Paris. It's like the Sweeney, cops slap the crims around and swear a lot, really engaging cast and stories.

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By *ot-AshMan
over a year ago

London

Taggart....I struggled with the Glasgow accent and needed sub titles but loved this show....

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By *ifty grades of shadyCouple
over a year ago

Carisbrooke, Isle of Wight

"I like these also. They are mostly norwegian arent they, there is something quite relaxing about having to read the film and watch it and try to absorb Norwegian. "

To be fair, English speaking programmes these days need subtitles as actors speak fast and mumble.

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