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Midsomer Murders

1997·Show
144Episodes in25Seasons·TV-14
81
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb7.9Metacritic–8.7Rotten Tomatoes–83%
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IMDb7.9Metacritic–8.7Rotten Tomatoes–83%
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Light on feelings.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension6
  • Violence5
  • Scare3

Heart

Emotionally reserved

Much of it is about family.

  • Family Dynamics7
  • Nostalgia6
  • Pathos5

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Situational Comedy4
  • Dark Humor3

World

Crime, mystery, and everyday modern life

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue8
  • Acting7
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition5

Who it's for

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Episode ratings

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About

The deadliest county in England.

The peacefulness of the Midsomer community is shattered by violent crimes, suspects are placed under suspicion, and it is up to a veteran DCI and his young sergeant to calmly and diligently eliminate the innocent and ruthlessly pursue the guilty.
Cozy British Crime DramaProcedural MysteryIdyllic Countryside SettingCharacter-Driven InvestigationEpisodic StructureGentle TensionCommunity SecretsClassic Detective DuoLow-Stakes ViolenceNostalgic Atmosphere

Crew

Directed by:
Renny Rye, Peter Smith, Richard Holthouse
Written by:
Caroline Graham, Andrew Payne, Peter J. Hammond
Produced by:
Brian True-May, Betty Willingale, Jo Wright
Composed by:
Jim Parker

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Midsomer Murders

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Where can I stream Midsomer Murders legally?

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Midsomer Murders is included with a subscription to fuboTV, YouTube TV, Acorn TV, and Spectrum On Demand in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on The CW, Hoopla, and Pluto TV. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Midsomer Murders worth watching?

81
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 81/100 (IMDb 7.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Midsomer Murders rated?

TV-14ViolenceStrong language

It's rated TV-14 in the United States. Content advisories: violence and strong language.

How many seasons does Midsomer Murders have?

25 seasons

It has 25 seasons with 144 episodes of about 90 minutes each and is still in production.

When did Midsomer Murders air?

It started in 1997 and is still in production.

What language is Midsomer Murders in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.

In how many countries can I watch Midsomer Murders?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Midsomer Murders in 48 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Midsomer Murders use?

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TV Tropes lists 517 storytelling tropes for Midsomer Murders, including The Catfish, The Alcoholic, Blood-Splattered Wedding Dress.