
Murdoch Mysteries
Forensic sleuthing in the age of invention.
Created by Maureen Jennings
On CBC Television, Citytv
A cosy Victorian procedural that pairs period charm with forensic ingenuity, solving cases weekly while celebrating human connection and scientific progress.
A Victorian-era Toronto detective uses then-cutting edge forensic techniques to solve crimes, with the assistance of a female coroner who is also struggling for recognition in the face of tradition, based on the books by Maureen Jennings.
Where to watch
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Questions people ask
Is Murdoch Mysteries easy watching? Yes. More comforting than 86% of series.
Is Murdoch Mysteries scary? Not especially. Less frightening than 70% of series.
Does Murdoch Mysteries leave you hopeful? Somewhat. More hopeful than 69% of series.
Is Murdoch Mysteries sad? Not especially. Less sad than 68% of series.
Is Murdoch Mysteries violent? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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