If you're a fan of the charming Italian detective series 'Inspector Manara' (2009), you'll love these 10 similar movies and shows that blend mystery, humor, and picturesque settings. This article is perfect for viewers who enjoy lighthearted crime-solving with a touch of romance and scenic backdrops. Discover your next binge-worthy watch!
Midsomer Murders (1997)
Description: A long-running British detective series set in picturesque villages with surprisingly high murder rates and quirky characters.
Fact: Holds the record for most deaths in a TV crime series. The fictional county of Midsomer has its own map.
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Murdoch Mysteries (2008)
Description: A historical detective series featuring innovative forensic techniques in late 19th/early 20th century Toronto.
Fact: Features appearances by many historical figures including Nikola Tesla and Arthur Conan Doyle. The lead character was a real Toronto detective.
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Vera (2011)
Description: A British crime drama featuring a no-nonsense female detective solving complex cases in Northeast England.
Fact: Based on novels by Ann Cleeves. The show's title character was inspired by a real person the author met.
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Death in Paradise (2011)
Description: A lighthearted crime drama set in a picturesque location, blending murder mysteries with tropical scenery and charming characters.
Fact: The show is filmed on the Caribbean island of Guadeloupe. Each episode features a classic 'locked room' mystery.
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Miss Fisher's Murder Mysteries (2012)
Description: A stylish period detective series with a strong female lead who solves crimes in 1920s Australia, mixing glamour with mystery.
Fact: The show's costumes won multiple awards. It spawned a successful crowdfunded movie sequel.
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Father Brown (2013)
Description: A period detective series featuring a clerical sleuth who solves crimes in a small English village, combining mystery with moral dilemmas.
Fact: Based on G.K. Chesterton's short stories. The character has been portrayed in various adaptations since
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The Doctor Blake Mysteries (2013)
Description: A post-war Australian detective series featuring a doctor-turned-sleuth solving crimes in a country town.
Fact: The show was cancelled then revived due to fan demand. It's set in the real town of Ballarat, Victoria.
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Shetland (2013)
Description: A moody crime drama set in the Scottish islands, featuring intricate mysteries against stunning landscapes.
Fact: Based on novels by Ann Cleeves. The remote filming location adds to the show's distinctive atmosphere.
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The Brokenwood Mysteries (2014)
Description: A detective series set in a small town with a mix of humor and serious crime-solving, featuring a quirky lead investigator.
Fact: The show is filmed in New Zealand but set in a fictional town. It often incorporates local Maori culture into its storylines.
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Grantchester (2014)
Description: A British detective drama set in the 1950s featuring a crime-solving vicar, blending clerical life with murder investigations.
Fact: Based on The Grantchester Mysteries novels by James Runcie. The real Grantchester village attracts fans of the show.
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