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Description: A meticulously detailed crime drama based on real events, focusing on the obsession and paranoia that arise from an unsolved case.

Fact: Director David Fincher insisted on using as much real-life detail as possible, including recreating the Zodiac killer's letters exactly as they were. The film's runtime is 157 minutes, one of the longest for a mainstream thriller.

Description: A dark and intense thriller that delves into complex investigations, featuring strong, unconventional protagonists and a bleak, atmospheric setting.

Fact: The original Swedish title translates to 'Men Who Hate Women,' reflecting the novel's central theme. The film was part of a trilogy adapted from Stieg Larsson's Millennium series.

Description: A gripping crime drama that blends mystery with deep emotional undertones, focusing on unresolved past events and the psychological toll they take on the characters.

Fact: The film won the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film in

Description: A tense and morally ambiguous crime story that explores themes of justice, vengeance, and the lengths people will go to protect their loved ones.

Fact: The film's screenplay was featured on the 2009 Black List, an annual survey of the most liked unproduced screenplays in Hollywood. It was shot in 50 days, a relatively short schedule for a film of its scale.

Description: A slow-burning crime series that emphasizes character development and the emotional weight of a single investigation over multiple seasons.

Fact: The show was originally titled 'Forbrydelsen,' the Danish word for 'The Crime.' It inspired the American remake of the same name, which aired on AMC.

Description: A Nordic noir series that combines a gritty crime plot with a unique cross-border setting, highlighting cultural differences and collaboration.

Fact: The series was originally a collaboration between Sweden and Denmark, hence the title referring to the Øresund Bridge. It has been remade in several countries, including the US ('The Bridge') and UK ('The Tunnel').

Description: A haunting crime drama set in a small coastal town, where the investigation into a child's murder unravels the community's secrets.

Fact: The show's iconic cliffside scenes were filmed in West Bay, Dorset, which saw a significant increase in tourism after the series aired. The first season was shot in just seven weeks.

Description: A psychological thriller that masterfully twists perceptions of truth and deception, with a narrative that keeps viewers questioning the motives of its characters.

Fact: The film's famous 'cool girl' monologue was almost cut from the final script. Author Gillian Flynn also wrote the screenplay, ensuring the adaptation stayed true to her novel.

Description: A psychological thriller that delves into the minds of both the hunter and the hunted, with a slow-burning tension and strong character studies.

Fact: The series was shot in Belfast, Northern Ireland, despite being set in London. Gillian Anderson's character was originally written as a man, but the role was reworked for her after she expressed interest.

Description: An anthology crime series known for its philosophical depth, nonlinear storytelling, and atmospheric Southern Gothic tone.

Fact: The first season was written as a complete story, with no plans for a second season initially. The now-iconic tracking shot in episode four was filmed in a single six-minute take.