#crime-drama

[ follow ]

Jude Law

Jude Law embraces new roles in both the Star Wars universe and a crime drama, showcasing his versatility as an actor.

Vera fans 'broken' and 'sobbing' as ITV crime drama comes to an end

The iconic British series 'Vera' concluded after 14 years, leading fans to mourn the end of a beloved character's journey.

Strike: The Ink Black Heart review it's hard to see why the TV version of this self-indulgent novel exists

The ongoing will-they-won't-they dynamic between Robin and Strike remains unresolved to maintain the show's appeal, despite its storytelling challenges.
#television-series

Bad Monkey's Eve Reveal Made Meredith Hagner Go 'Holy Shit'

Eve is the cunning antagonist manipulating Nick into crime to safeguard their illicit lifestyle.
The narrative unfolds through flashbacks, revealing Eve's psychopathic nature and lack of empathy.

Black Doves Season-Premiere Recap: Hello, Darling

Black Doves cleverly juxtaposes a festive backdrop with intense crime drama, offering a unique narrative experience.

Every Taylor Sheridan TV Show, Ranked

Taylor Sheridan's works depict a stark vision of crime and conflict over dwindling resources, driven by complex characters and provocative themes.

Bad Monkey's Eve Reveal Made Meredith Hagner Go 'Holy Shit'

Eve is the cunning antagonist manipulating Nick into crime to safeguard their illicit lifestyle.
The narrative unfolds through flashbacks, revealing Eve's psychopathic nature and lack of empathy.

Black Doves Season-Premiere Recap: Hello, Darling

Black Doves cleverly juxtaposes a festive backdrop with intense crime drama, offering a unique narrative experience.

Every Taylor Sheridan TV Show, Ranked

Taylor Sheridan's works depict a stark vision of crime and conflict over dwindling resources, driven by complex characters and provocative themes.
moretelevision-series
#television

Cross' and The Lincoln Lawyer' Offer Different Spins on the Same Formula

The contrasting approaches of Cross and The Lincoln Lawyer highlight a shift from dark, heavy narratives to lighter, more entertaining crime dramas.

Get Millie Black' Is a Fresh Take on the Cop Drama

Get Millie Black explores the life of an ethical rogue cop navigating personal traumas and societal corruption in a vibrant Jamaican setting.

Netflix Just Quietly Added the Most Underrated Noir Thriller of the Decade

Dark Winds is a groundbreaking crime drama that combines a rich cultural setting with compelling character-driven stories.

TV reviews: Isn't Sherwood just another bog-standard crime drama about bad people doing bad things to good people?

Sherwood does not distinguish itself from typical crime dramas despite public acclaim.

Peacock's "Fight Night" Largely Entertains But Pulls A Few Punches | TV/Streaming | Roger Ebert

The series creatively adapts a historical heist into an engaging drama, showcasing humor and tension among a stellar cast.

Cross' and The Lincoln Lawyer' Offer Different Spins on the Same Formula

The contrasting approaches of Cross and The Lincoln Lawyer highlight a shift from dark, heavy narratives to lighter, more entertaining crime dramas.

Get Millie Black' Is a Fresh Take on the Cop Drama

Get Millie Black explores the life of an ethical rogue cop navigating personal traumas and societal corruption in a vibrant Jamaican setting.

Netflix Just Quietly Added the Most Underrated Noir Thriller of the Decade

Dark Winds is a groundbreaking crime drama that combines a rich cultural setting with compelling character-driven stories.

TV reviews: Isn't Sherwood just another bog-standard crime drama about bad people doing bad things to good people?

Sherwood does not distinguish itself from typical crime dramas despite public acclaim.

Peacock's "Fight Night" Largely Entertains But Pulls A Few Punches | TV/Streaming | Roger Ebert

The series creatively adapts a historical heist into an engaging drama, showcasing humor and tension among a stellar cast.
moretelevision

'Cross' star Aldis Hodge shares how becoming a dad helped him shape his Alex Cross character

Aldis Hodge reinterprets Alex Cross in a personal way, drawing from his experiences as a new father for the upcoming series 'Cross'.
#gotham

'The Penguin' Is About to Solve the Show's Biggest Cliffhanger

Oswald Cobb faces intensified threats in Gotham's criminal underworld as he strives for dominance amidst new rivalries.

'The Penguin' star Michael Zegen shot his shocking scene with Colin Farrell on the first day of filming: 'I was nervous, he was nervous, we were all on the same page'

Oz Cobb's ruthlessness sets the stage for 'The Penguin's' exploration of ambition in Gotham's crime world.

Colin Farrell Turns Gotham Into "The Sopranos" with HBO's Thrilling "The Penguin" | TV/Streaming | Roger Ebert

'The Penguin' offers a fresh perspective on Gotham's criminal underworld, surpassing past attempts to explore the city without Batman.

The Penguin Always Had to End Like This

Oz Cobb's brutal journey in 'The Penguin' illustrates the survival instinct over morality, showcasing how ambition leads to personal destruction.

8 Questions From The Penguin We Need Answered In The Batman: Part II

Oswald Cobb's rise to power reveals the complex underbelly of Gotham without Batman's influence, blending personal motivation with crime.

The Penguin Recap: The City Took Them

The Penguin series successfully transforms from a placeholder to a noteworthy show in the HBO lineup, blending Batman lore and crime tropes effectively.

'The Penguin' Is About to Solve the Show's Biggest Cliffhanger

Oswald Cobb faces intensified threats in Gotham's criminal underworld as he strives for dominance amidst new rivalries.

'The Penguin' star Michael Zegen shot his shocking scene with Colin Farrell on the first day of filming: 'I was nervous, he was nervous, we were all on the same page'

Oz Cobb's ruthlessness sets the stage for 'The Penguin's' exploration of ambition in Gotham's crime world.

Colin Farrell Turns Gotham Into "The Sopranos" with HBO's Thrilling "The Penguin" | TV/Streaming | Roger Ebert

'The Penguin' offers a fresh perspective on Gotham's criminal underworld, surpassing past attempts to explore the city without Batman.

The Penguin Always Had to End Like This

Oz Cobb's brutal journey in 'The Penguin' illustrates the survival instinct over morality, showcasing how ambition leads to personal destruction.

8 Questions From The Penguin We Need Answered In The Batman: Part II

Oswald Cobb's rise to power reveals the complex underbelly of Gotham without Batman's influence, blending personal motivation with crime.

The Penguin Recap: The City Took Them

The Penguin series successfully transforms from a placeholder to a noteworthy show in the HBO lineup, blending Batman lore and crime tropes effectively.
moregotham

Shetland series 9 shocks viewers with 'mad' first episode

The ninth series of 'Shetland' opens with a dramatic hostage situation, thrilling viewers and setting a high standard for the season.
#tulsa-king

Tulsa King Recap: You Dropped a Bomb on Me

This episode revitalizes Tulsa King with intricate plotting and heightened character dynamics following a shocking bombing incident.

Tulsa King Recap: The Fall of the House of Chickie

Tulsa King offers engaging moments, notably through character Armand's turmoil, despite a lighter overall crime narrative.

Tulsa King Recap: You Dropped a Bomb on Me

This episode revitalizes Tulsa King with intricate plotting and heightened character dynamics following a shocking bombing incident.

Tulsa King Recap: The Fall of the House of Chickie

Tulsa King offers engaging moments, notably through character Armand's turmoil, despite a lighter overall crime narrative.
moretulsa-king

What does Like a Dragon: Yakuza lose when you take out the games' surreal humor?

The adaptation of 'Like a Dragon: Yakuza' successfully delivers a gripping crime drama by focusing on darker themes, diverging from game elements.
#sofia-falcone

With Penguin's Hangman twist, it's finally become a real Batman show

The Penguin offers a deeper exploration of Sofia Falcone's character and her family's dark legacy, elevating it from a standard crime show to a compelling narrative.

The Penguin Is About Sofia Falcone, Actually

Sofia Falcone's journey illustrates the trauma of patriarchy, ultimately emerging as a powerful figure in a male-dominated environment.

Cristin Milioti's ascendant mafia boss is The Penguin's standout villain

Sofia Falcone emerges as a powerful female character within Gotham's crime scene, challenging traditional gender roles.

I Would Like To Join The Penguin's Sofia Falcone-Led Mob

Sofia Falcone evolves from the mafia's princess to a powerful leader pursuing a socialist business model in Gotham's turbulent criminal underworld.

With Penguin's Hangman twist, it's finally become a real Batman show

The Penguin offers a deeper exploration of Sofia Falcone's character and her family's dark legacy, elevating it from a standard crime show to a compelling narrative.

The Penguin Is About Sofia Falcone, Actually

Sofia Falcone's journey illustrates the trauma of patriarchy, ultimately emerging as a powerful figure in a male-dominated environment.

Cristin Milioti's ascendant mafia boss is The Penguin's standout villain

Sofia Falcone emerges as a powerful female character within Gotham's crime scene, challenging traditional gender roles.

I Would Like To Join The Penguin's Sofia Falcone-Led Mob

Sofia Falcone evolves from the mafia's princess to a powerful leader pursuing a socialist business model in Gotham's turbulent criminal underworld.
moresofia-falcone
#netflix-series

Manuel Garcia-Rulfo Previews The Lincoln Lawyer' Season 3

Manuel Garcia-Rulfo returns as Mickey Haller in season 3 of The Lincoln Lawyer, with an intensified plot and deeper emotional connections.

Did Lyle Menendez Wear a Toupee? The Truth About His Wig in "Monsters"

The Menendez brothers' tragic actions were fueled by years of abuse and a dramatic family conflict, culminating in their decision to retaliate against their parents.

Manuel Garcia-Rulfo Previews The Lincoln Lawyer' Season 3

Manuel Garcia-Rulfo returns as Mickey Haller in season 3 of The Lincoln Lawyer, with an intensified plot and deeper emotional connections.

Did Lyle Menendez Wear a Toupee? The Truth About His Wig in "Monsters"

The Menendez brothers' tragic actions were fueled by years of abuse and a dramatic family conflict, culminating in their decision to retaliate against their parents.
morenetflix-series

First-look teaser released for Hulu's 'A Thousand Blows'

The series 'A Thousand Blows' explores illegal boxing and crime in 1880s London through the story of Hezekiah Moscow.
#apple-tv

Bill Lawrence Has Conquered Apple TV+

Bad Monkey masterfully blends darkly humorous crime drama with absurdity and wit, making the most out of its engaging source material.

'Bad Monkey' Season 1 (So Far): Enchanting Manatees, Tom Petty Covers, and a Dragon Queen

Vince Vaughn's performance and the compelling mystery make Bad Monkey a standout Apple TV+ crime drama.

Bill Lawrence Has Conquered Apple TV+

Bad Monkey masterfully blends darkly humorous crime drama with absurdity and wit, making the most out of its engaging source material.

'Bad Monkey' Season 1 (So Far): Enchanting Manatees, Tom Petty Covers, and a Dragon Queen

Vince Vaughn's performance and the compelling mystery make Bad Monkey a standout Apple TV+ crime drama.
moreapple-tv
#colin-farrell

'The Penguin' Series Premiere: Batman Sopranos

The Penguin uniquely blends superhero elements with crime drama, showcasing character depth and narrative complexity.

The Penguin Is The Funniest Show On TV Right Now

The HBO Max series offers a surprising blend of humor and grit within the Batman universe.

His Hollywood Career Nearly Imploded. Now He's Having the Time of His Life.

Colin Farrell's portrayal of Oz Cobb in The Penguin captivates with complexity, balancing grand ambitions and constant missteps in a crime-fueled narrative.

'The Penguin' Series Premiere: Batman Sopranos

The Penguin uniquely blends superhero elements with crime drama, showcasing character depth and narrative complexity.

The Penguin Is The Funniest Show On TV Right Now

The HBO Max series offers a surprising blend of humor and grit within the Batman universe.

His Hollywood Career Nearly Imploded. Now He's Having the Time of His Life.

Colin Farrell's portrayal of Oz Cobb in The Penguin captivates with complexity, balancing grand ambitions and constant missteps in a crime-fueled narrative.
morecolin-farrell

Brad Pitt and George Clooney are perfectly cast as two old pros in 'Wolfs'

Star-driven films are declining in popularity, overshadowed by the streaming platform trend.
'Wolfs' relies on Clooney and Pitt's star power more than engaging storytelling.
#the-penguin

When 'The Penguin' takes place in 'The Batman' timeline explained

'The Penguin' explores Oz Cobb's rise in Gotham's criminal world, set one week post-'The Batman', connecting to the upcoming sequel.
The series serves as a bridge into 'The Batman 2', establishing continuity in the narrative.

Ain't No Love: The Unlikely Pairing at the Heart of 'The Penguin'

Sofia Falcone and Oswald "Oz" Cobb's partnership drives the power struggle in Gotham's criminal underworld.

When 'The Penguin' takes place in 'The Batman' timeline explained

'The Penguin' explores Oz Cobb's rise in Gotham's criminal world, set one week post-'The Batman', connecting to the upcoming sequel.
The series serves as a bridge into 'The Batman 2', establishing continuity in the narrative.

Ain't No Love: The Unlikely Pairing at the Heart of 'The Penguin'

Sofia Falcone and Oswald "Oz" Cobb's partnership drives the power struggle in Gotham's criminal underworld.
morethe-penguin

Killer Heat review overcooked Jo Nesb adaptation is deathly dull

Killer Heat disappoints with a formulaic plot and lackluster execution, failing to engage viewers despite an appealing cast and setting.

Kill the Jockey review a mercurial, skittish crime drama whose hero is a drug-fuelled rogue

Kill the Jockey explores the themes of escape, identity, and the chaotic nature of ambition through its compelling protagonist, Remo Manfredini.
#streaming-services

Groundbreaking police drama 'Homicide: Life on the Street' is finally streaming

Homicide: Life on the Street's streaming release marks a significant moment for a show that broke traditional norms of television cop dramas.

Vince Vaughn is Back in Bad Monkey

New crime drama 'Bad Monkey' is an ideal summer show with a lighthearted vibe and engaging performances.
Classic cop show 'Homicide: Life on the Street' is available for streaming, rekindling its impactful legacy.
Discussion on the intersection of A.I. and arts, spurred by Sittenfeld’s thought-provoking essay.

Groundbreaking police drama 'Homicide: Life on the Street' is finally streaming

Homicide: Life on the Street's streaming release marks a significant moment for a show that broke traditional norms of television cop dramas.

Vince Vaughn is Back in Bad Monkey

New crime drama 'Bad Monkey' is an ideal summer show with a lighthearted vibe and engaging performances.
Classic cop show 'Homicide: Life on the Street' is available for streaming, rekindling its impactful legacy.
Discussion on the intersection of A.I. and arts, spurred by Sittenfeld’s thought-provoking essay.
morestreaming-services
from Polygon
4 months ago

One of the best shows of the '90s is finally available to stream

Homicide: Life on the Street is crucial for understanding the evolution of TV, influencing the prestige era and showcasing complex narratives and characters.

Only the River Flows, the Chilling Chinese Noir Sweeping TikTok

The film 'Only the River Flows' explores the existential dilemmas inherent in human nature through a crime investigation that reveals deeper societal issues.

No, BBC crime drama Sherwood isn't a lesbian re-telling of Robin Hood

Sherwood's second season introduces a queer Sheriff of Nottingham, challenging perceptions and intertwining history with contemporary narrative elements.

Official teaser from Ryan Murphy's new horror series 'Grotesquerie' drops

Ryan Murphy's "Grotesquerie" explores personal trauma and morality amidst a series of unsettling crimes in a small community.
from www.esquire.com
7 months ago

35 Best Binge-Worthy TV Shows

Dark comedy about sisters suspected of murder, modern whodunit with powerhouse cast and satirical elements.

'The Bikeriders' review: Austin Butler stars in a pretty-good 'Goodfellas' riff

The movie 'The Bikeriders' is viewed as a good-enough 'Goodfellas', showcasing similarities between the two films with a nostalgic narration and a focus on atmosphere.
[ Load more ]