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The Eagle: A Crime Odyssey

2004·Show
24Episodes in3Seasons
71
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High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Nerve-racking

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension9
  • Adrenaline6
  • Violence5

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Melancholy6
  • Family Dynamics6
  • Pathos5

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Dark Humor2
  • Situational Comedy0

World

Crime, everyday modern life, and mystery

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout performances, characters, and direction

Layered plot that rewards full attention.

  • Acting9
  • Character Depth9
  • Intrigue9

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Sound Centrality7

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About

The Eagle: A Crime Odyssey is a Danish police procedural television series produced by Danmarks Radio, created and written by Peter Thorsboe and Mai Brostrøm. The series debuted on 10 October 2004 in Denmark. It won an International Emmy Award from the International Academy of Television Arts & Sciences for best non-American television drama series in 2005. There were three seasons; the second season premiered in Denmark on 9 October 2005 and the third on 8 October 2006. The last episode originally aired in Denmark on 26 November 2006. The series was filmed on location in various parts of northern Europe, from Berlin and Copenhagen to Oslo and other locations including Iceland. The series has enjoyed particular success in Australia, where it airs on SBS and is available on DVD with English subtitles.
Nordic NoirPolice ProceduralComplex MysteryPsychological DepthSlow Burn ThrillerCharacter-DrivenAtmospheric CrimeIntriguing PlotEuropean SettingThought-Provoking

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Where can I stream The Eagle: A Crime Odyssey legally?

The Eagle: A Crime Odyssey is included with a subscription to Mhz Choice in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Plex. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Eagle: A Crime Odyssey 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 Eagle: A Crime Odyssey rated?

ViolenceDisturbing imagery

Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.

How many seasons does The Eagle: A Crime Odyssey have?

3 seasons

It has 3 seasons with 24 episodes of about 60 minutes each.

When did The Eagle: A Crime Odyssey air?

It ran from 2004 to 2006 and has ended.

What language is The Eagle: A Crime Odyssey in?

DanishEnglishIcelandicNorwegianSwedish

It was made in Danish, with some English, Icelandic, Norwegian, Swedish. Produced in Denmark.

In how many countries can I watch The Eagle: A Crime Odyssey?

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