10 Whodunnit Shows That'll Keep You Guessing

1. Baptiste (UK, 2019-2021)

Julien Baptiste, the brooding French detective, is back. This time, he's pulled into the seedy underworld of Amsterdam, searching for a missing sex worker. As he follows the trail, he uncovers a complex network of crime and corruption - as one naturally does. With the city's canals and cobblestones as the backdrop, the case takes Baptiste on a journey through the dark underbelly of Europe. In a city known for its beauty, can Baptiste find the truth hidden beneath the surface?

2. The Bridge (Scandinavia, 2011-2018)

Picture this: a body is discovered on the Oresund Bridge, right on the border between Sweden and Denmark. Who has jurisdiction? Enter two detectives from both countries, Saga Norén and Martin Rohde. They're forced to work together to solve the case, as more crimes start popping up. It's a story that spans two countries, with twists, turns, and tragedies at every corner. It's not just about catching a killer, but also building bridges of their own.

3. Luther (UK, 2010-2019)

You've heard of brilliant detectives, but have you met one with a moral compass as murky as DCI John Luther's? In the heart of London, this detective is known for his dedication to the job, at the expense of his personal life. With cases ranging from masked serial killers to kidnapping, Luther's investigations are anything but dull. But how close to the edge can one detective go before falling off? Luther's genius might be his greatest asset and his biggest curse.

4. The Killing (USA, 2011-2014)

Seattle, the city known for its rain, becomes the backdrop for a dark, moody crime series. When a teenage girl's body is discovered in the trunk of a car, it sets off a series of events that leave the city shaken. Detectives Sarah Linden and Stephen Holder are on the case, but as they unravel the mysteries surrounding the murder, they uncover a tangled web of politics, corruption, and deceit.

5. River (UK, 2015)

Now, here's a twist: a detective who sees and talks to the ghosts of murder victims. No, this isn't a horror show; it's a psychological crime drama. Detective Inspector John River is dealing with the loss of his partner, Stevie, while trying to solve her murder. As he delves deeper into the case, River's mental state deteriorates, leading to some very unorthodox methods of investigation.

6. Top of the Lake (New Zealand, 2013-2017)

In the remote town of Laketop, New Zealand, a 12-year-old pregnant girl disappears. Detective Robin Griffin returns to her hometown to help solve the case. Amidst stunning landscapes and mysterious residents, Robin faces challenges from her past and present. As the investigation unfolds, secrets surface, and the townsfolk's trust is tested.

7. Mindhunter (USA, 2017-2019)

Welcome to the 1970s, where two FBI agents, Holden Ford and Bill Tench, along with psychologist Wendy Carr, embark on a groundbreaking endeavor: interviewing serial killers to understand their psychopathy. As they dive into the minds of criminals, the team faces personal and professional dilemmas, not to mention the skepticism of their colleagues.

8. Marcella (UK, 2016-2021)

Detective Marcella Backland is called back to duty when an old serial killer case resurfaces. Juggling the pressures of work and a crumbling personal life, Marcella must navigate her way through a web of deceit, betrayal, and long-buried secrets. But there's a catch: she suffers from violent blackouts, raising the question – could she be more involved in the case than she realizes?

9. Happy Valley (UK, 2014-2023)

When a botched kidnapping spirals out of control, Sergeant Catherine Cawood finds herself in the middle of a dangerous case. As she hunts for the criminals, she must deal with the repercussions of her daughter's suicide and the release of her daughter's rapist from prison. In the picturesque Yorkshire valleys, the landscape hides a world of crime, drugs, and revenge.

10. Broadchurch (UK, 2013)

What would you do if tragedy struck your sleepy coastal town? If you're detectives Alec Hardy and Ellie Miller, you launch an all-out hunt to find the murderer of an 11-year-old boy. With a media frenzy, local tensions rising, and a web of lies and secrets, they race to find the killer in their midst. But when everyone's a suspect, who can you trust? With the picturesque setting of Dorset's cliffs, it's not just another day at the beach.