8 Long-Running British Murder Mystery Shows That Define The Genre

It’s easy to see why self-contained, short stories like mysteries are so popular – the format works well. However, it’s often the long-running crime dramas that truly endure, constantly refreshing themselves with new characters and plots while still staying true to their original appeal. While very few British detective shows reach ten seasons or more – even beloved series like Inspector Morse didn’t – some of Britain’s most famous procedural dramas have managed to achieve that impressive longevity.

Kevin Bacon Joins Punisher-Style ‘Southern Bastards’ Comic Book Adaptation

The award-winning comic book series Southern Bastards, created by Jason Aaron and Jason Latour, is now being adapted into a TV show. It’s a compelling blend of small-town Americana, intense crime drama, and the passion of high school football. The story starts with a veteran searching for his roots, but quickly spirals into a larger criminal conspiracy. If you enjoy shows like Justified and Ozark, with a touch of Friday Night Lights, you’ll likely be hooked. Here’s what the pilot episode is about:

Lord Of The Rings’ Next Movie Must End An Unwanted 23-Year Streak

Warner Bros. is returning to the world of Middle-earth after a long break. The first project will be Andy Serkis’ The Hunt for Gollum, a story that takes place early in The Fellowship of the Ring and includes characters like Gandalf, Frodo, and Aragorn. Following that, Stephen Colbert is creating Shadow of the Past, which will jump ahead in time after the events of the original trilogy, even though it’s based on a scene originally cut from Peter Jackson’s films.

Netflix’s 5-Part Disaster Thriller Is The Perfect Binge This Weekend

If you’re looking for a new show to watch on Netflix this week, don’t miss Radioactive Emergency. It’s a true story about the 1987 accident in Goiânia, Brazil. While it’s similar in theme to the acclaimed HBO series Chernobyl, this Brazilian miniseries is arguably even more disturbing, though not quite as visually impressive.