The Hunt for a Killer

2020·Show
6Episodes in1Season
71
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb7.4Metacritic––Rotten Tomatoes––

Where to watch

PhiloDiscovery+AMC+NBCSundance Now

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High energy, strong craft, no humor.

Energy

Nerve-racking and violent

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension9
  • Violence7
  • Adrenaline5

Heart

Moving

  • Pathos7
  • Melancholy6
  • Catharsis5

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Dark Humor2
  • Situational Comedy1

World

Crime, history, and everyday modern life

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Novelty7

Craft

Standout direction, performances, and storytelling

  • Intrigue9
  • Direction8
  • Acting8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightPartner WatchSolo WatchBinge-FriendlyThought-Provoking

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About

Based on true stories about real homicide investigations in the south of Sweden between 1989-2004. A reality-based crime drama about the policeman Per-Åke Åkesson and the reconnaissance group that was tasked with investigating several murders of women in northeastern Skåne. The series starts in Hörby in 1989.
Swedish True CrimePolice ProceduralGritty DramaSerial Killer InvestigationReal-Life EventsPsychological DepthCold CaseSlow Burn MysteryCharacter-Driven

Crew

Directed by:
Mikael Marcimain

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about The Hunt for a Killer

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Where can I stream The Hunt for a Killer legally?

PhiloDiscovery+AMC+NBCSundance NowUSA NetworkDiscovery +BBC Select

The Hunt for a Killer is included with a subscription to Philo, AMC+, NBC, and Sundance Now in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Hunt for a Killer worth watching?

71
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 71/100 (IMDb 7.4). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Hunt for a Killer rated?

ViolenceDisturbing imagery

Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.

How many seasons does The Hunt for a Killer have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 6 episodes.

Is The Hunt for a Killer based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

When did The Hunt for a Killer air?

It ran from 2020 to 2020 and has ended.

What language is The Hunt for a Killer in?

Swedish

It was made in Swedish. Produced in Sweden.

In how many countries can I watch The Hunt for a Killer?

28ATAUBECACHCZDEDKESFIFRGBGGHK+14

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Hunt for a Killer in 28 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

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