Dublin Murders
Dublin Murders

Dublin Murders

2019TV ShowEnded1 SeasonEnglish

Two detectives are dispatched to investigate the murder of a young girl on the outskirts of Dublin, but as the case of the missing children intensifies, both are forced to confront the darkness that lies in their past.

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IMDb7.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes76%
Metacritic68/100
Google Users87%
Director: VariousGenres: Crime, Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

This anthology series delves into the complex cases investigated by the detectives of the Dublin Murder Squad. Each season is based on a different novel by Tana French, exploring psychological thrillers rooted in Irish history and folklore. The show focuses on the personal lives and psychological struggles of the detectives as they unravel dark secrets and solve intricate crimes.

Critical Reception

Dublin Murders received generally positive reviews, with critics praising its atmospheric tone, strong performances, and faithful adaptation of Tana French's novels. Some found the narrative structure complex and occasionally slow-paced, but the overall consensus highlighted its compelling mysteries and psychological depth.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its dark, atmospheric storytelling and intricate plotlines.
  • Commended for excellent performances, particularly from the lead actors.
  • Some viewers found the connections between cases confusing or the pacing uneven.

Google audience: Audience reviews largely appreciate the series' dark, brooding atmosphere and the compelling nature of the mysteries. Many highlight the strong acting and the faithful adaptation of the source material, though some found the interconnected narratives challenging to follow.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best TV Series at the Irish Film & Television Awards (IFTA).

Fun Fact

The series adapts eight of Tana French's novels, with each two-episode arc focusing on a different detective and a distinct crime.

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Stephen Campbell

Stephen Campbell

**_A dark and well-made show about the effects of psychological trauma, but the bifurcated narrative is a significant mistake_** > _What I am telling you, before you begin my story, is this – two things: I crave truth. And I lie._ - T...