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Durham County

2007·Show
18Episodes in3Seasons·TV-MA
IMDb7.1Metacritic688.0
Episode ratings

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Durham County fingerprint

High energy, strong craft, emotionally cool.

Energy

Nerve-racking and violent

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension9
  • Violence8
  • Adrenaline6

Heart

Melancholic and moving

Much of it is about family.

  • Melancholy8
  • Pathos7
  • Family Dynamics7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Dark Humor2
  • Situational Comedy0

World

Crime, everyday modern life, and the mind

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion9
  • Novelty7
  • Dialogue Centrality6

Craft

Standout performances, characters, and direction

  • Acting9
  • Character Depth9
  • Intrigue9

Style

Standout cinematography and sound design

  • Cinematography8
  • Sound Centrality8
  • Editing7

Who it's for

AdultsSolo WatchBinge-FriendlyThought-Provoking

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You need an uplifting moodGraphic violence bothers you

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Episode ratings

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About

Detective Mike Sweeney has just moved with his wife and daughters from Toronto to his hometown of Durham County after the death of his partner. Hoping to escape the violent world of big city police work, Mike falls into a suburban world besieged by crime, abuse and murder.
Gritty Crime DramaPsychological ThrillerDark & BleakSuburban NoirIntense Character StudySerialized MysteryDisturbing ThemesPolice ProceduralCanadian Television

Crew

Directed by:
Adrienne Mitchell, Holly Dale, Charles Binamé
Written by:
Laurie Finstad-Knizhnik, Adrienne Mitchell, Janis Lundman

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Durham County

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Durham County legally?

PrimeThe RokuAmazon Prime Video Free with AdsFawesomeShout! FactoryHowdyAmazon MX Player

Durham County is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, Fawesome, and Amazon MX Player. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Durham County worth watching?

68
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 68/100 (IMDb 7.1 and Metacritic 68). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Durham County rated?

TV-MAViolenceSexual contentDisturbing imageryStrong language

It's rated TV-MA in the United States. Content advisories: violence, sexual content, disturbing imagery, and strong language.

How many seasons does Durham County have?

3 seasons

It has 3 seasons with 18 episodes of about 60 minutes each.

Do critics and audiences agree on Durham County?

Critics68
Audiences76

Not quite. Audiences rate Durham County higher (76) than critics (68). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

When did Durham County air?

It ran from 2007 to 2010 and has ended.

What language is Durham County in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in Canada.

In how many countries can I watch Durham County?

2CAUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Durham County in 2 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.