The Killing
Created by Søren Sveistrup
On DR1
A methodical, season-long murder investigation that dwells equally in procedural detail and the grief of the bereaved, sustained by Nordic bleakness and psychological depth.
The Killing is a Danish police procedural set in the Copenhagen main police department and revolves around Detective Inspector Sarah Lund and her team, with each season series following a different murder case day-by-day and a one-hour episode covering twenty-four hours of the investigation. The series is noted for its plot twists, season-long storylines, dark tone and for giving equal emphasis to the story of the murdered victim's family alongside the police investigation. It has also been singled out for the photography of its Danish setting, and for the acting ability of its cast.
Essence
Ensemble
Like The Killing
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as The Killing
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like The Killing, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like The Killing, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like The Killing, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
