Suspense-filled UK crime drama jumps up Netflix’s trending chart days after release

As a gaming enthusiast, I’ve been hooked on “The Killing Kind” – this gripping crime drama with Colin Morgan in the lead role – ever since it started streaming. In less than a week, it’s already taken over Netflix’s trending list!

In a shift from his iconic role as Merlin, the lead actor was cast in a legal thriller premiered on Paramount+ in 2023. This new series finds him playing John Webster, a character accused of harassment and stalking towards his former lover.

As Barrister Ingrid Lewis (Emma Appleton) skillfully saved me from legal trouble, we found ourselves unwittingly entwined in a short yet perilous romance. Fast-forward a few months, and my return to Ingrid’s life left her trembling with apprehension for her safety.

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According to Jane Casey’s 2021 novel titled “The Killing Kind”, this series debuted on Netflix UK on September 7th. It has been well-received by viewers, as it is now ranked #5 in Netflix UK’s TV chart, based on data from FlixPatrol.

The six-episode series reached the fourth position on both Monday and Tuesday, but slipped to number seven on Wednesday. At present, only a handful of shows are outperforming the legal thriller, including “Wednesday”, “Accused”, “Hostage” and “Love Con Revenge”.

As a devoted fan, I can’t help but notice the contrast between the massive viewership this show enjoys and the divided opinions it seems to evoke among viewers. Interestingly, IMDb reports an average user rating of just 5.9 out of 10 from approximately 1,700 reviews, which suggests that not everyone finds it as captivating as I do.

The viewer expressed enjoyment, stating, “This story begins with a single suspect and continues to introduce additional suspects, which I appreciate.” However, they also noted some minor inconveniences, saying, “Overall, it’s an engaging mystery yarn spanning six episodes, but there are a few nagging issues.

This show is stunning, with an engaging storyline filled with unexpected surprises. The ensemble cast does an exceptional job, particularly Emma Appleton as Ingrid and Colin Morgan as John Webster. Their performances generate a palpable emotional pull that leaves viewers yearning for more.

As a gamer, I’d say, “This series had an intriguing atmosphere, but the storyline seemed to lack direction in the end. One viewer even described it as a chaotic mess, filled with complex plot twists and characters that were hard to root for because they felt unrealistic and unlikeable.

Currently, “The Killing Kind” is gaining popularity on Netflix. Recently, Netflix has introduced a new crime drama, yet to be titled, from the creative mind of Charlie Brooker, who is also known for creating “Black Mirror”. This upcoming series has managed to attract Paddy Considine, Georgina Campbell, and Lena Headey to join its cast.

The Killing Kind is streaming on Netflix.

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2025-09-12 00:19