Detective Hole is a Norwegian mystery crime drama series created by Jo Nesbø. Based on Nesbø’s 2003 novel The Devil’s Star, the Netflix series is set in Oslo, and it follows troubled detective Harry Hole as he investigates a series of disturbing murders while also trying to catch his corrupt colleague, whom he suspects of murdering his partner. Detective Hole stars Tobias Santelmann, Joel Kinnaman, Pia Tjelta, Peter Stormare, and Anders Baasmo Christiansen. So, if you loved the thrilling mystery, intense drama, and compelling characters in Detective Hole, here are some similar shows you should check out next.
Luther (Hulu, AMC+, Britbox, & Rent on Prime Video)
Luther is a British psychological crime thriller series created by Neil Cross. The BBC One series is set in London, and it follows DCI John Luther, a brilliant detective contending with his own demons as he investigates disturbing killings to catch dangerous killers. Luther stars Idris Elba, Ruth Wilson, Steven Mackintosh, Indira Varma, Paul McGann, Saskia Reeves, Warren Brown, and Dermot Crowley.
The Killing (Hulu, AMC+, Tubi, The Roku Channel, & Rent on Prime Video)
The Killing is a mystery crime drama series created by Veena Sud. Based on Søren Sveistrup’s Danish television series of the same name, the AMC series follows homicide detectives Sarah Linden and Stephen Holder as they investigate the disturbing murder of a teenage girl connected with a mayoral campaign. The Killing stars Mireille Enos, Billy Campbell, and Joel Kinnaman.
The Chestnut Man (Netflix)
The Chestnut Man is a Danish crime thriller series co-created by Dorte Warnøe Hagh, David Sandreuter, and Mikkel Serup. Based on Søren Sveistrup’s 2018 novel of the same name, the Netflix series follows Detectives Naia Thulin and Mark Hess as they investigate the dead body of a woman with a mysterious figurine made of chestnuts next to it. They soon discover a connection between the body and the missing daughter of a politician. The Chestnut Man stars Danica Curcic, Mikkel Boe Følsgaard, David Dencik, Esben Dalsgaard Andersen, and Iben Dorner, and Lars Ranthe.
Dept. Q (Netflix)
Dept. Q is a Scottish crime thriller drama series co-developed by Scott Frank and Chandni Lakhani. Based on Jussi Adler-Olsen’s book series Department Q, the Netflix series follows Carl Morck, a top-rate detective, as he returns to duty after a deadly on-the-job incident that left his partner paralysed. After returning, Carl is tasked with investigating a high-profile cold case with the help of a few misfit colleagues. Dept. Q stars Matthew Goode, Kelly Macdonald, Chloe Pirrie, Alexej Manvelov, Leah Byrne, and Steven Miller.
Hannibal (Prime Video)
Hannibal is a psychological horror thriller drama series created by Bryan Fuller. Based on Thomas Harris’ Hannibal books, the NBC series follows Will Graham, a criminal profiler who was removed from the field because of his psychological issues. When he is brought back in to investigate cases, he is advised to attend frequent sessions with forensic psychiatrist, Dr. Hannibal Lecter, but what Will doesn’t know is that Dr. Hannibal is a cannibalistic killer. Hannibal stars Hugh Dancy, Mads Mikkelsen, Caroline Dhavernas, Hettienne Park, Laurence Fishburne, Scott Thompson, Aaron Abrams, and Gillian Anderson.
Cross (Prime Video)
Cross is a crime thriller drama series created by Ben Watkins. Based on James Patterson’s novel series of the same name, the Prime Video series is set in Washington, D.C., and it follows a forensic psychologist and D.C. Metro homicide detective as he investigates a series of disturbing murders while also trying to catch the person who killed his wife. Cross stars Aldis Hodge, Isaiah Mustafa, Juanita Jennings, Alona Tal, Samantha Walkes, and Caleb Elijah.
The Following (Netflix, Tubi, Plex, & Rent on Prime Video)
The Following is a psychological crime thriller series created by Kevin Williamson. The Fox series follows former FBI Agent Ryan Hardy, who’s brought back from retirement after a dangerous serial killer he caught escapes from death row. The Following stars Kevin Bacon, James Purefoy, Shawn Ashmore, Jessica Stroup, Valorie Curry, Nico Tortorella, and Adan Canto.
The Fall (Prime Video, AMC+, Tubi, Pluto TV, Britbox, & Acorn TV)
The Fall is a crime thriller drama series created by Allan Cubitt. The BBC series is set in Belfast, and it follows Metropolitan Police Superintendent Stella Gibson as she is tasked with investigating a serial killer case, but she soon discovers that the killer she has been searching for is an ordinary family man. The Fall stars Gillian Anderson, Jamie Dornan, Stuart Graham, Niamh McGrady, Archie Panjabi, Colin Morgan, and Michael McElhatton.
Bosch (Prime Video)
Bosch is a police procedural detective drama series created by Eric Overmyer. Based on Michael Connelly’s Harry Bosch novel series, the Prime Video series is set in Los Angeles, and it follows Harry Bosch, a former Army Special Forces operator now working as a LAPD detective who works with fellow cops to solve complex criminal cases while also rooting out corruption from his own department. Bosch stars Titus Welliver, Jamie Hector, Amy Aquino, Lance Reddick, and Annie Wersching.
Line of Duty (Tubi, Pluto TV, Acorn TV, The Roku Channel, Plex, & Rent on Prime Video)
Line of Duty is a British police procedural thriller drama series created by Jed Mercurio. The BBC series follows Detective Sergeant Steve Arnott, an honest cop who refuses to participate in a cover-up and is soon recruited into a controversial unit created to catch corrupt cops. Line of Duty stars Lennie James, Martin Compston, Vicky McClure, Keeley Hawes, Adrian Dunbar, and Jessica Raine.