The Best New Crime Dramas Of 2022
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- Titus Welliver, Mimi Rogers, Madison LintzBosch embarks on the next chapter of his career and finds himself working with a onetime enemy.More Bosch: Legacy
- #142 of 685 onThe 600+ Best TV Shows Of The Last 5 Years
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- #49 of 102 onThe Best Spin-Off Shows
- Sylvester Stallone, Andrea Savage, Martin StarrNew York mafia capo Dwight "The General" Manfredi is released from prison after 25 years.More Tulsa King
- #74 of 685 onThe 600+ Best TV Shows Of The Last 5 Years
- #537 of 1,054 onThe 250+ Best Streaming Shows Of The Last Few Years
- #400 of 654 onThe 500+ Best Drama Shows
- Alfred Molina, Rossif Sutherland, Elle-Maija TailfeathersA man investigates murders in Three Pines; he sees things that others do not.More Three Pines
- #131 of 685 onThe 600+ Best TV Shows Of The Last 5 Years
- #49 of 1,054 onThe 250+ Best Streaming Shows Of The Last Few Years
- #31 of 181 onThe 150+ Best New Mystery TV Shows
- Zahn McClarnon, Kiowa Gordon, Jessica MattenDark Winds, a gripping crime drama series, delves into the intricate world of a Native American reservation. Based on Tony Hillerman's best-selling novels, this atmospheric thriller has garnered critical acclaim for its authentic portrayal and compelling storytelling. The show follows Navajo Tribal Police officers Joe Leaphorn (Zahn McClarnon) and Jim Chee (Kiowa Gordon) as they navigate a web of murder, deception, and age-old traditions. With its subtle blend of mystery, cultural exploration, and vivid landscapes, Dark Winds paints a captivating picture of life in the Southwest. The show's nuanced performances and well-crafted plotlines have earned it a dedicated fan base and a rightful place among television's finest crime dramas.More Dark Winds
- #197 of 685 onThe 600+ Best TV Shows Of The Last 5 Years
- #78 of 144 onThe Best Of Premium Cable TV Series
- #3 of 116 onThe Best New Cable Dramas of the Last Few Years
- Jeff Wilbusch, Juliana Canfield, Karen RobinsonAn NYPD detective on a spiritual mission to do justice relies on his own humanity to solve crimes.More The Calling
- #479 of 685 onThe 600+ Best TV Shows Of The Last 5 Years
- #322 of 1,054 onThe 250+ Best Streaming Shows Of The Last Few Years
- #559 of 654 onThe 500+ Best Drama Shows
- Ansel Elgort, Ella Rumpf, Hideaki ItoJake Adelstein, an American journalist, descends into the neon underbelly of Tokyo.More Tokyo Vice
- #164 of 685 onThe 600+ Best TV Shows Of The Last 5 Years
- #118 of 1,054 onThe 250+ Best Streaming Shows Of The Last Few Years
- #45 of 112 onThe Best Drama TV Shows Airing Now
- Marcia Gay Harden, Skylar Astin, Madeline WiseAttorney Margaret Wright hires her scruffy son Todd as her law firm's in-house investigator.More So Help Me Todd
- #172 of 685 onThe 600+ Best TV Shows Of The Last 5 Years
- #10 of 54 onThe Best New CBS TV Shows of the Last Few Years
- #66 of 83 onThe 75+ Best CBS Shows
- Cecilia Appiah, Adrian Scarborough, Sonita HenryLondon's Chelsea neighborhood has a dark underside of deception, violence, greed and murder.
- #435 of 684 onThe 600+ Best TV Shows Of The Last 5 Years
- #123 of 1,053 onThe 250+ Best Streaming Shows Of The Last Few Years
- #63 of 86 onThe Best Shows About Crime-Fighting Duos
- Nicola Walker, Jamie Sives, Katie LeungDI Annika Strandhed works for Glasgow's Marine Homicide Unit, investigating puzzling crimes.More Annika
- #355 of 685 onThe 600+ Best TV Shows Of The Last 5 Years
- #26 of 137 onThe Very Best British Crime Dramas
- #25 of 55 onThe 45+ Best PBS Shows Of All Time, Ranked
- Andrew Garfield, Sam Worthington, Daisy Edgar-JonesA devout detective's faith is tested as he investigates the murder of a woman and her baby.
- #121 of 1,054 onThe 250+ Best Streaming Shows Of The Last Few Years
- #14 of 113 onThe 80+ Best Originals On Hulu, Ranked By Fans
- #71 of 219 onThe Best TV Series Based on Books
- Katarzyna Wajda, Sebastian Fabijański, Bogusław LindaKatarzyna Zawieja investigates the murder of a woman who was found on the bank of the Odra River.More The Thaw
- #523 of 684 onThe 600+ Best TV Shows Of The Last 5 Years
- #497 of 1,053 onThe 250+ Best Streaming Shows Of The Last Few Years
- #998 of 1,137 onThe Best New TV Shows Of 2022
- Elodie Yung, Martha Millan, Sebastien LaSalleAfter immigrating to the U.S., a mother is pushed into working for the criminal underworld.More The Cleaning Lady
- #6 of 46 onThe Best Current Fox Shows
- #155 of 205 onThe 150+ Most Popular Shows Right Now
- #441 of 654 onThe 500+ Best Drama Shows
- Joseph Sikora, Kris D. Lofton, Anthony FlemingPower Book IV: Force delves into the gritty underworld of Chicago, where loyalty and ambition collide in a high-stakes game of survival. The series follows Tommy Egan (Joseph Sikora) as he navigates this new territory, leaving behind his New York City roots. With a pulsating soundtrack and a talented ensemble cast, the show has garnered critical acclaim for its gripping storytelling and layered character development. As part of the Power universe, the series builds upon its predecessors' success, earning a dedicated fan base and several award nominations. While avoiding major spoilers, one can expect thrilling plot twists, moral dilemmas, and a compelling exploration of the complexities of power dynamics in the criminal world.More Power Book IV: Force
- #265 of 685 onThe 600+ Best TV Shows Of The Last 5 Years
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- #1 of 116 onThe Best New Cable Dramas of the Last Few Years
- David Tennant, Stanley Tucci, Dolly WellsA prisoner on death row and a woman trapped in a cellar under an English vicarage cross paths.More Inside Man
- #92 of 685 onThe 600+ Best TV Shows Of The Last 5 Years
- #46 of 1,054 onThe 250+ Best Streaming Shows Of The Last Few Years
- #92 of 137 onThe Very Best British Crime Dramas
- Renée Zellweger, Judy Greer, Glenn FleshlerThe Thing About Pam is a true-crime drama series based on the infamous murder case involving Pamela Hupp (Renee Zellweger). The show delves into the twisted tale of deception, manipulation, and murder that shocked a small Missouri town. Zellweger delivers a chilling performance that captures the complexity of this real-life character. The series examines themes of truth, justice, and the dark side of human nature. It's a riveting narrative that keeps viewers engaged as they wade through the murky waters of this high-profile crime story.More The Thing About Pam
- #146 of 684 onThe 600+ Best TV Shows Of The Last 5 Years
- #114 of 136 onThe Very Best British Crime Dramas
- #66 of 1,137 onThe Best New TV Shows Of 2022
- Emilia Fox, Tara Fitzgerald, Giovanni CirfieraA disillusioned British spy-turned-detective starts a new life in the beautiful heart of Italy.More Signora Volpe
- #393 of 1,054 onThe 250+ Best Streaming Shows Of The Last Few Years
- #29 of 76 onThe 70 Best Acorn TV Shows, Ranked
- #75 of 109 onThe Best British Detective Series
- Morena Baccarin, Ryan Michelle Bathe, Costa RoninThe Endgame unfolds as a high-stakes thriller where intrigue and deception take center stage. This gripping drama showcases the cunning criminal mastermind, Elena Federova (played by Morena Baccarin), who finds herself in a tense cat-and-mouse game with an equally skilled FBI agent, Val Turner (Ryan Michelle Bathe). As the plot unravels, viewers are treated to complex character development and unexpected twists that keep them on the edge of their seats. The show has garnered critical acclaim for its riveting storytelling, outstanding performances, and compelling exploration of morality. With its unique blend of suspense and intellectual stimulation, The Endgame proves to be a standout addition to the television landscape.More The Endgame
- #116 of 685 onThe 600+ Best TV Shows Of The Last 5 Years
- #80 of 112 onThe Best Drama TV Shows Airing Now
- #175 of 305 onThe Best Shows Canceled After a Single Season
- Kristen Bell, Michael Ealy, Mary HollandIn a masterful display of dark humor and thrilling suspense, the satirical limited series unravels the peculiar life of Anna (Kristen Bell), a heartbroken, wine-loving suburban widow. The show skillfully weaves together elements of mystery and comedy, while parodying popular "grip-lit" adaptations. Nominated for multiple awards, The Woman in the House Across the Street From the Girl in the Window boasts a stellar cast, including Michael Ealy and Tom Riley, who bring depth and intrigue to their respective roles. As viewers navigate through the plot's twists and turns, they are drawn into Anna's increasingly blurred reality, where the distinction between truth and illusion becomes ever more elusive.
- Lesley Manville, Tim McMullan, Alexandros LogothetisEditor Susan Ryeland is given an unfinished manuscript that will change her life.More Magpie Murders
- #374 of 685 onThe 600+ Best TV Shows Of The Last 5 Years
- #270 of 1,054 onThe 250+ Best Streaming Shows Of The Last Few Years
- #63 of 86 onThe Best Shows About Crime-Fighting Duos
- Jon Bernthal, Wunmi Mosaku, Jamie HectorWe Own This City is a riveting crime drama set in the heart of Baltimore, offering an unflinching exploration of corruption within the city's police department. The show is based on the book by Baltimore Sun reporter Justin Fenton. Each episode intertwines themes of power, justice, and morality. With its stark portrayal of systemic corruption and compelling storytelling, We Own This City offers viewers a captivating look into the darker side of law enforcement.More We Own This City
- #87 of 144 onThe Best Of Premium Cable TV Series
- #44 of 116 onThe Best New Cable Dramas of the Last Few Years
- #20 of 142 onThe Best New HBO Shows of the Last Few Years
- Niecy Nash, Frankie R. Faison, James LesureThe Rookie: Feds premiered on September 27, 2022, as a spin-off of the popular series The Rookie. The spin-off focuses on the story of Simone Clark, the oldest rookie in the FBI Academy, portrayed by Niecy Nash. The series brings a unique spin to the crime procedural genre by combining the fresh perspective of a middle-aged rookie with the high stakes of federal investigation cases. Alongside Nash, the show brings in a supporting cast that includes Frankie Faison and James Lesure, who help flesh out the world of FBI operations with a mix of drama and personal narratives. The themes of The Rookie: Feds revolve around perseverance, the challenges of starting over, and the complexities of navigating a young person's profession at a later stage in life - all while unpacking an array of gripping crime storylines. While still new to the scene, the show aims to build upon its parent series' success by blending character-driven stories with thrilling law enforcement action.More The Rookie: Feds
- #281 of 685 onThe 600+ Best TV Shows Of The Last 5 Years
- #920 of 1,054 onThe 250+ Best Streaming Shows Of The Last Few Years
- #42 of 305 onThe Best Shows Canceled After a Single Season
- Roger Allam, Nancy Carroll, Patricia HodgeAn investigator and his lover investigate the dark underbelly of the beautiful French town of Aix.More Murder in Provence
- #157 of 590 onThe 500+ Best TV Shows Of The Last 5 Years
- #547 of 982 onThe Best Original Streaming Shows Of The Last Few Years
- #154 of 174 onThe 150+ Most Popular Shows Right Now
- Anna Paquin, Jake Lacy, Colin HanksThe Broberg family faces tragedy when their daughter Jan is kidnapped by a family "friend."
- #119 of 685 onThe 600+ Best TV Shows Of The Last 5 Years
- #385 of 1,054 onThe 250+ Best Streaming Shows Of The Last Few Years
- #5 of 58 onThe Greatest TV Series About Abduction & Kidnapping
- Lorna Watson, Ami Metcalf, Miranda RaisonSister Boniface Mysteries is a British crime drama series that spins off from the world of Father Brown. Set in the 1960s, it follows Sister Boniface (Lorna Watson), an irrepressible nun with a keen mind for solving crimes. A wine-making expert with a doctorate in forensic science, she assists the police in the fictional town of Great Slaughter. The show combines elements of cozy mystery with gentle humor and period charm. The main themes include justice, community, and the contrast between her religious life and her fascination with forensics.
- #311 of 685 onThe 600+ Best TV Shows Of The Last 5 Years
- #499 of 1,054 onThe 250+ Best Streaming Shows Of The Last Few Years
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- Vicky McClure, Adrian Lester, Cal MacAninchAn experienced bomb disposal operative must protect London during a summer terror campaign.More Trigger Point
- #328 of 685 onThe 600+ Best TV Shows Of The Last 5 Years
- #200 of 1,054 onThe 250+ Best Streaming Shows Of The Last Few Years
- #64 of 137 onThe Very Best British Crime Dramas
- Samuel Adewunmi, Sophie Wilde, Bukky BakrayA young man stands accused of murder, with overwhelming evidence but tells an extraordinary story at his trial.More You Don't Know Me
- #428 of 685 onThe 600+ Best TV Shows Of The Last 5 Years
- #602 of 652 onThe 500+ Best Current Shows On Netflix
- #288 of 1,054 onThe 250+ Best Streaming Shows Of The Last Few Years
- Lesley Sharp, Patrick Gibson, Vincent ReganWhen her lover and police officer Sean Hardacre goes missing, DI Hannah Laing launches a manhunt.More Before We Die
- #472 of 685 onThe 600+ Best TV Shows Of The Last 5 Years
- #182 of 205 onThe 150+ Most Popular Shows Right Now
- #86 of 137 onThe Very Best British Crime Dramas
- Elle Fanning, Chloë Sevigny, Colton RyanThe Girl From Plainville, premiered in March 2022, is a riveting drama based on true events. The series investigates the complex relationship between Michelle Carter and Conrad Roy III that culminated in a shocking crime. It delves into themes of mental health, manipulation, and the profound impact of digital communication on personal relationships. Elle Fanning's captivating performance as Michelle Carter offers an intense exploration of her character's psyche. This Hulu original series pushes boundaries by offering a nuanced perspective on a controversial real-life tragedy.
- #225 of 685 onThe 600+ Best TV Shows Of The Last 5 Years
- #230 of 1,054 onThe 250+ Best Streaming Shows Of The Last Few Years
- #34 of 113 onThe 80+ Best Originals On Hulu, Ranked By Fans
- Courtney B. Vance, Tosin Cole, Bentley GreenMoses Johnson, a promising high school athlete, gets swept up in a corrupt criminal justice system.More 61st Street
- #455 of 684 onThe 600+ Best TV Shows Of The Last 5 Years
- #47 of 138 onThe Best Black TV Shows of the Last Few Years
- #136 of 144 onThe Best Of Premium Cable TV Series
- Michel Brown, Ana Lucía Dominguez, Sebastián MartínezA story about the dangerous world of organ trafficking.More The Marked Heart
- #325 of 652 onThe 500+ Best Current Shows On Netflix
- #88 of 98 onThe Best Crime Dramas Of 2024, Ranked
- #287 of 321 onEvery Major Crime TV Show, Ranked By Fans