6 Lesser-Known British Crime Dramas Deserving Binge-Watching
Ready to unravel intricate murder mysteries with some of Britain's finest TV detectives?
If there is one thing British filmmakers excel at, it's crime dramas. There must be something in the air in those rural British towns like the fictionalised Broadchurch and Easttown that prompts the most twisted murders and then inspires the most extravagant detectives or local busybodies to solve them.
And the best part is that even when you're done with Line of Duty, The Fall, and Father Brown, there are still dozens of great crime dramas to sink your teeth in. Here, we've got a list of six lesser-known but equally brilliant shows recommended by murder mystery fans on Reddit, ranked by their IMDB scores.
Rillington Place (2016, 7.1/10)
The three-episode series stars Tim Roth as serial killer John Christie, who committed several murders in the 1940s and 1950s. The show focuses on the part of his story where an innocent man was hanged for two of his crimes.
White House Farm (2020, 7.4/10)
This true crime drama focuses on the events of August 1985, when five members of the Bamber-Caffell family were found dead in their home. DCI Taff Jones (Stephen Graham) and DS Stan Jones (Mark Addy) are tasked with investigating the gruesome murder.
A Confession (2019, 7.6/10)
Detective Sgt. Stephen Fulcher, played by Martin Freeman, puts his career and reputation on the line to catch the killer of a 22-year-old woman. A truly gripping watch.
River (2015, 8.0/10)
Stellan Skarsgård as a tormented cop? Yes, please. Though it's more of a psychological drama in a crime drama setting, River has a murder mystery whose plot develops in bold and unexpected directions.
Prime Suspect (1991-2006, 8.3/10)
Prime Suspect is a good choice if you are looking for a longer watch. The show revolves around a no-nonsense female DCI, Jane Tennison, brilliantly portrayed by Helen Mirren, who tackles very different cases over the course of 7 seasons while confronting institutionalised sexism within the police force.
Cracker (1993-1995, 8.5/10)
Our favourite Rubeus Hagrid, Robbie Coltrane, helps the police solve crimes as an eccentric criminal psychologist. Fans say the show is an example of the best television ever made. As a bonus, the story has two specials released in 1996 and 2006.
Source: Reddit.