10 Shows Like The Sommerdahl Murders

Description: A long-running British detective series set in picturesque rural villages, featuring intricate murder mysteries and a focus on community dynamics.

Fact: The fictional county of Midsomer was inspired by the real-life counties of Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire. The show holds the record for the highest number of on-screen deaths in a British TV series.

Description: A Scandinavian noir series featuring a troubled detective solving crimes in southern Sweden, known for its melancholic tone, psychological depth, and atmospheric cinematography.

Fact: The British version starring Kenneth Branagh was filmed in Ystad, Sweden, where the original novels are set. Each episode is based on one of Henning Mankell's novels.

Description: A British crime drama featuring a no-nonsense female detective solving complex murder cases in atmospheric Northumberland landscapes, with strong character development and procedural elements.

Fact: The series is based on novels by crime writer Ann Cleeves. Vera's iconic hat and macintosh coat were chosen to make the character instantly recognizable.

Description: A crime drama with a tropical setting that blends murder mysteries with lighthearted humor and eccentric characters, maintaining a balance between serious crime-solving and charming local culture.

Fact: The show is filmed on the French Caribbean island of Guadeloupe. Each episode features a classic 'locked room' mystery that the detective must solve.

Description: A stylish period detective series featuring a glamorous female investigator solving crimes in 1920s Melbourne, combining historical detail with feminist themes and intricate plots.

Fact: The show's costumes were so popular they inspired a fashion line. It was Australia's most expensive TV drama at the time of its production.

Description: A cozy mystery series featuring a Catholic priest solving crimes in 1950s rural England, blending gentle humor with moral philosophy and classic whodunit plots.

Fact: The character first appeared in G.K. Chesterton's stories in

Description: A gripping crime drama that explores how a murder investigation affects a small coastal community, featuring emotional depth and unexpected twists in its storytelling.

Fact: The iconic cliffside scenes were filmed at West Bay in Dorset. The show's success led to an American adaptation called Gracepoint.

Description: A moody crime drama set in remote Scottish islands, combining police procedural elements with deep character studies and a strong sense of place that influences each investigation.

Fact: The show is filmed on location in the Shetland Islands, with many locals appearing as extras. It's based on novels by the same author who created Vera.

Description: A New Zealand-set detective series with a mix of quirky humor and serious crime-solving, featuring an unlikely detective duo investigating murders in a small community.

Fact: Despite being set in a fictional town, the show is filmed in various locations around Auckland. Each episode features classic rock music as part of its soundtrack.

Description: A period crime drama that combines murder mysteries with personal drama and moral dilemmas, set in a picturesque English village with a clerical detective.

Fact: The show is based on The Grantchester Mysteries novels by James Runcie. The real Grantchester village has seen increased tourism due to the series' popularity.