Murder in Suburbia
Britain's smart, sassy detective duo.
Created by Nick Collins
On ITV1
A brisk procedural detective drama built on the chemistry and banter of a mismatched partnership, balancing dark suburban crimes with sassy, energetic character work.
Murder in Suburbia was a British detective drama that ran for two series in 2004 and 2005. Detective Inspector Kate Ashurst, a graduate of a posh girls' academy, has a sharp, analytical mind; her working-class partner, Detective Sergeant Emma Scribbins, relies on her instincts. Together this sassy, sexy investigative team uncovers the dark urges behind suburban Middleford's placid façade.
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Does Murder in Suburbia leave you hopeful? Not especially. Less hopeful than 63% of series.
Is Murder in Suburbia easy watching? Somewhat. More comforting than 61% of series.
Is Murder in Suburbia violent? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Is Murder in Suburbia sad? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Is Murder in Suburbia scary? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
These describe how the series comes across across its whole run, compared with other well-known series. They are not a content list — nothing here was counted or checked episode by episode, so for age-suitability or specific content use a classification board or a dedicated content-warning service.
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Like Murder in Suburbia
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Murder in Suburbia
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Murder in Suburbia, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Murder in Suburbia, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Murder in Suburbia, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
