5 Cozy Detective TV Series to Binge if You Miss 'Only Murders in the Building'
These projects are filled with intricate mysteries, brilliant humor, and charismatic characters.
The charm of Only Murders in the Building lies not only in its masterfully crafted plot – it also lies in its unique, almost homely atmosphere, where even a murder investigation becomes an opportunity for warm conversation.
We've prepared a list of five TV series that perfectly capture this spirit – each one, in its own unique setting, offers the same formula.
1. 'The Residence', 2025
IMDb Score: 7.7/10
The White House is in chaos as they prepare for a gala dinner with the Australian delegation. During the reception, however, the festive bustle is interrupted by a grim event: the chief usher, Mr. Wynter, is found dead in one of the rooms.
Legendary investigator Cordelia Cupp is called to the scene. The official theory is suicide, but Cupp disagrees, believing it to be murder.
2. 'A Good Girl's Guide to Murder', 2024-...
IMDb Score: 6.8/10
Five years ago, Andie, a schoolgirl, disappeared. Her boyfriend, Sal Singh, was found guilty and soon took his own life. The case was considered closed, and the Singh family was branded as the family of a criminal.
High school student Pip knew both Andie and Sal and believes she is partly to blame for what happened. She dedicates her school project to investigating whether Sal was the killer.
Together with Sal's brother, Ravi, she searches for clues and asks uncomfortable questions. As they delve into the past, Pip uncovers unexpected facts about Sal's life.
3. 'Veronica Mars', 2004-2019
IMDb Score: 8.3/10
The story takes place in Neptune, California, the hometown of the high school student Veronica Mars. Once popular, a series of tragedies left her an outcast at her own school.
Her life was turned upside down when her best friend died and her father, a sheriff, was caught up in a high-profile scandal that ruined his career. Now, while assisting her father at his private detective agency, Veronica has mastered detective work.
She conducts her own investigations, solving the mysteries and problems of her classmates. However, her main goal remains uncovering the truth about what really happened to her friend.
4. 'Midsomer Murders', 1997-...
IMDb Score: 7.9/10
The series is based on British author Caroline Graham's Chief Inspector Barnaby books. It revolves around Inspector Tim Barnaby, who investigates murders in the fictional county of Midsomer.
These are seemingly idyllic English villages with cozy pubs, garden parties, and quiet lives. However, behind this image lie dark passions: old grudges, family secrets, jealousy, and ambition.
5. 'Ludwig', 2024-...
IMDb Score: 8.1/10
Those around him consider John Taylor strange. He doesn't like leaving the house, doesn't use the internet, keeps a strict meal schedule, only calls his loved ones on holidays, and works as a puzzle maker. And his stage name is Ludwig.
John has a twin brother named James who is a police officer. One evening, James' wife calls John urgently.
James has disappeared, and she believes his latest case is to blame. She asks John to pretend to be James, go to work in his place, and figure out what happened.
