Midsomer Murders
The deadliest county in England.
Created by Anthony Horowitz, Caroline Graham
On ITV1
A long-running cosy crime procedural set in an idyllic English village where murders are solved methodically and the format guarantees weekly closure despite the violence.
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.
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Is Midsomer Murders one of a kind? Yes, very. More singular than 92% of series.
Is Midsomer Murders easy watching? Yes. More comforting than 86% of series.
Is Midsomer Murders violent? Somewhat. More violent than 71% of series.
Is Midsomer Murders sad? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Is Midsomer Murders scary? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Does Midsomer Murders leave you hopeful? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Familiar shape, done well.
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Like Midsomer Murders
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Midsomer Murders
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Midsomer Murders, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Midsomer Murders, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Midsomer Murders, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
