The popular Netflix series, Loch Ness, is experiencing a revival, as the ITV crime drama gains traction on the streaming platform and ranks among the top 10 shows. In this production, Don Gilet, known for his role in Death in Paradise, portrays psychological profiler Blake Albrighton. Alongside him are Laura Fraser (The Missing) as DS Annie Redford and Siobhan Finneran (Happy Valley) as DCI Lauren Quigley.
In a quaint Scottish Highland village by the sea, tranquility is shattered as a string of incidents hint at a murderer lurking nearby. It falls upon Annie and Lauren to collaborate and uncover the truth behind the chaos.
If you’re among the multitude who have been drawn to Netflix to marathon-watch ‘Loch Ness’, and you’re now seeking your next series, we’ve got you sorted. Check out these seven intense crime dramas that will keep you equally captivated.
Marcella
Anna Friel plays the role of Marcella Backland, a detective based in London, who resumes her job following a hiatus, all the while battling her psychological well-being issues.
With each step deeper into the intricate murder investigation, her already chaotic home life seems to disintegrate. Could solving this crime lead to sacrifices in her personal relationships?
Marcella is available to stream now on ITVX and Netflix.
Ragdoll
If you found the gory parts in the movie “Loch Ness” unsettling, get ready for an even greater shock, as the film “Ragdoll” might have surpassed your limits of horror.
As a tenacious gamer, I find myself on a gripping quest to expose a chilling adversary known as the Ragdoll Killer. This fiendish antagonist has meticulously dismembered and artfully reassembled six of his grisly victims, stitching them together in a grotesque display that goes by the name of the Ragdoll. My mission is to crack this gruesome case before more lives are claimed and bring justice to those who have suffered at the hands of this twisted madman.
In the heat of the game, I find myself hot on the trail of a chilling adversary who’s been dropping ominous hints about his next targets, including some of my fellow investigators. DS Nathan Rose, DI Emily Baxter, and DC Lake Edmunds – we’ve got just six episodes to outwit this cunning predator and bring him to justice before more lives are claimed.
Ragdoll is available to stream now on BBC iPlayer.
Rebus
According to the books written by Ian Rankin, the character John Rebus, portrayed by Richard Rankin, is brought to life in a new way, depicting him as a younger version of the Scottish detective.
In this series, the detective sergeant finds himself entangled in a brutal crime feud as his younger brother Michael unwittingly delves too far into Edinburgh’s criminal underground.
Rebus is available to stream now on Netflix.
Shetland
This drama unfolds against the backdrop of the remote Scottish Shetland Islands, as depicted in Ann Cleeves’ crime novels. Here, Detective Inspector Jimmy Pérez (played by Douglas Henshall) and his team delve into investigations within a tightly-knit community. The community’s hidden truths and old deceptions refuse to be fully unearthed.
In my perspective as an ardent admirer, Pérez and their team delve deep into the enigmatic vanishings and heinous killings, all unfolding amidst a breathtakingly isolated yet captivating backdrop.
Shetland is available to stream now on BBC iPlayer.
Crime
In a cinematic interpretation of Irvine Welsh’s novel, titled “Crime“, we meet Detective Inspector Ray Lennox (Dougray Scott), who is tormented by the kidnapping of 13-year-old Britney Hamil from the bustling streets of Edinburgh.
The detective’s eagerness to uncover the truth about the missing girl borders on obsession, and there is little that could deter him from his pursuit; indeed, Lennox seems determined to go to any length necessary to reach the heart of the mystery.
Crime is available to stream now on ITVX.
Six Four
In the gripping Scottish crime thriller inspired by a renowned Japanese novel, Kevin McKidd from Grey’s Anatomy takes center stage.
The four-part drama chronicles the story of police detective Chris (Kidd) and his wife Michelle (Vinette Robinson), who experience an unimaginable tragedy when their daughter disappears. This heartrending event compels Chris to delve back into a cold case involving a kidnapped girl from his past.
Six Four is available to stream now on ITVX.
Annika
Annika might have a more relaxed atmosphere compared to Loch Ness, but there’s no denying that it has its fair share of coastal criminal activities.
The series focuses on Detective Inspector Annika Strandhed, portrayed by Nicola Walker, as she leads a freshly formed Marine Homicide Unit. This dynamic team delves into the gruesome and baffling cases of murders in marine-related settings.
Right now, you can watch Annika on NOW TV. The second season premieres on BBC One this coming Saturday, 2nd August at 9:10pm. Additionally, it will be accessible on BBC iPlayer as well.
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