“A killer within reach.”
When the Police Service of Northern Ireland are unable to close a case after 28 days, Detective Superintendent Stella Gibson of the Metropolitan Police Service is called in to review the case. Under her new leadership, the local detectives must track down and stop a serial killer who is terrorising the city of Belfast.
Where to Watch
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Episodes
1. Episode One
When a murder in Belfast remains unsolved after 28 days, DSI Stella Gibson is called in to review the case.
2. Episode Two
DSI Stella Gibson's worst fears are realised as Spector's murder spree in Belfast continues and she faces very real consequences after a reckless decision.
3. Episode Three
As DSI Stella Gibson takes control of the hunt for the serial killer striking women in Belfast, the realisation that his perfect kill is tainted pushes Spector into looking for his next victim.
4. Episode Four
When Eastwood's investigation into Olson's murder throws open some uncomfortable truths for Burns, Gibson comes under increased pressure in her hunt for Belfast's killer.
5. Episode Five
The killer's latest attack gives Gibson renewed impetus. As the net appears to be closing in, Spector makes a dramatic confession and a decision that binds his fate to Gibson.
Cast & Crew
Gillian Anderson
Stella Gibson
Jamie Dornan
Paul Spector
Niamh McGrady
Danielle "Dani" Ferrington
John Lynch
Jim Burns
Colin Morgan
Tom Anderson
Stuart Graham
Matthew "Matt" Eastwood
Valene Kane
Rose Stagg
Bronagh Waugh
Sally Ann Spector
Aisling Franciosi
Katie Benedetto
Story & Production Details
Reviews & Thoughts
This is not your average crime investigation show. It yet may be one of the best crime investigation shows ever made. Decently paced, meticulously accurate in terms of csi work as seen on the best shows without big spectacle or fuzz. More character building than most comparable shows. However, 2 episodes in and the criminal side gets way more screen time than I personally am comfortable with. The edit and screenplay underline the cruelty perfectly - nothing for overly sensitive people. There's just some sides of humanity no one should be entertained by, but the writers don't hold back any punches. (I also didn't watch more than one black mirror episode at a time for the same reason) If you're good with blatant display of cruelty you should definitely try the pilot. I'm still not sure how far I will be getting into the series, but if the beginning is an indicator of how well-made the show turns out, it's a clean recommendation.
