The Mire
A dark, methodical crime investigation set in 1980s Poland that treats journalism and moral corruption as central to its inquiry into systemic violence.
The town is shocked with a brutal double murder. The "Courier" hands the case to an experienced journalist - Witold Wanycz. At the same time, he learns about the mysterious suicide of two teenagers. Together with Piotr, a young journalist, they start their own investigation.
Where to watch
- StreamNetflix
Questions people ask
Is The Mire scary? Yes, very. More frightening than 97% of series.
Is The Mire sad? Yes, very. More sad than 96% of series.
Does The Mire leave you hopeful? Barely. Less hopeful than 88% of series.
Is The Mire violent? Yes. More violent than 85% of series.
Is The Mire easy watching? Barely. Less comforting than 75% of series.
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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How much this series gives you that nothing else will, and whether it delivers.
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Like The Mire
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as The Mire
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like The Mire, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like The Mire, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like The Mire, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
