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Van der Valk

2020·Show
12Episodes in4Seasons·TV-PG
IMDb7.1Metacritic706.7Rotten Tomatoes74%90%
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PBSPBS MasterpieceWETA+

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Strong craft, striking style, a touch of humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension6
  • Fast Pace5
  • Spectacle4

Heart

Nostalgic

  • Nostalgia7
  • Pathos6
  • Romance5

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Dark Humor3
  • Situational Comedy2

World

Crime, mystery, and everyday modern life

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout performances

  • Acting8
  • Intrigue8
  • Direction7

Style

Standout cinematography

  • Cinematography8
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

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About

Set against the backdrop of the city of Amsterdam, Piet Van der Valk and his team investigate a series of high-profile cases immersed in the worlds of art, politics, addiction, mysticism and the fashion industry.
Modern Detective ProceduralScandi-Noir AestheticIconic Character RevivalAmsterdam AtmosphereIntellectual MysteryCharacter-Driven DramaStylish Crime SolvingCulturally Specific Policing

Crew

Directed by:
Jean van de Velde, Michiel van Jaarsveld, Simone van Dusseldorp
Written by:
Chris Murray, Maria Ward
Produced by:
Keith Thompson, Simon Harper, Peter Bullock

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Van der Valk

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Where can I stream Van der Valk legally?

PBSPBS MasterpieceWETA+

Van der Valk is included with a subscription to PBS and WETA+ in the United States. 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 Van der Valk worth watching?

72
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 73/100 (IMDb 7.1, Rotten Tomatoes 74%, and Metacritic 70). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Van der Valk rated?

TV-PGViolenceStrong languageDrug use

It's rated TV-PG in the United States. Content advisories: violence, strong language, and drug use.

How many seasons does Van der Valk have?

4 seasons

It has 4 seasons with 12 episodes and is still in production.

Do critics and audiences agree on Van der Valk?

Critics72
Audiences76

Yes. Critics average 72 and audiences 76 out of 100, so both groups see Van der Valk much the same way.

When did Van der Valk air?

It started in 2020 and is still in production.

What language is Van der Valk in?

EnglishGerman

It was made in English, with some German. Produced in Germany, Netherlands, United Kingdom, United States.

In how many countries can I watch Van der Valk?

22ATAUCACHDEDKESFIFRGBGGIDINIT+8

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Van der Valk in 22 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Van der Valk use?

Caught on TapeLimited Advancement OpportunitiesTalking Down the SuicidalNot Even Bothering with the AccentGood Is Not NiceDa ChiefHouseboat HeroTwin SwitchWoman ScornedBreak Away Pop HitIdiosyncratic Episode NamingFinger in the Mailand 8 more

TV Tropes lists 20 storytelling tropes for Van der Valk, including Caught on Tape, Limited Advancement Opportunities, Talking Down the Suicidal.