These 23 Series on Prime Are a Must-Watch For 'True Detective' Fans, Reddit Says

Think shadowy plots, characters with more layers than an onion, and atmospheres thick enough to cut.

1. The Night Manager (2016)

A former British soldier working as a night manager of a luxury hotel is recruited to infiltrate an international arms dealer's network, leading him into a complex world of espionage, deceit, and personal vendettas.

2. Spooks (2002-2011)

A series following the high-stakes work of MI5 agents in the UK, tackling national security threats, terrorism, and espionage, while also dealing with personal sacrifices, ethical dilemmas, and intricate power plays within the agency.

3. The Shadow Line (2011)

A gripping crime drama involving a detective returning from a near-fatal shooting, a drug lord trying to keep his empire, and a conspiracy that ties them together, unveiling layers of corruption and moral ambiguity.

4. The Terminal List (2022)

A Navy SEAL officer investigates why his entire platoon was ambushed during a high-stakes covert mission, uncovering a deep-seated conspiracy within the military and government, challenging his sense of duty and justice.

5. Luther (2010-2019)

A brilliant but emotionally impulsive detective is tormented by the darker side of humanity as he deals with serious crimes in London, battling his own demons while being drawn into a complex relationship with a psychopathic murderer.

6. Bosch (2014-2021)

A relentless LAPD homicide detective works to solve grisly murders while confronting corruption within the police department and legal system, and dealing with personal trials and a troubled past.

7. Reacher (2022)

A former military police officer drifts across the United States and finds himself embroiled in a small town's dark conspiracy involving corrupt officials and criminal underworld, using his formidable investigative and combat skills to uncover the truth.

8. Homeland (2011-2020)

A CIA officer, battling her own psychological issues, becomes convinced that a rescued American POW has been turned by al-Qaeda, leading her on a tense and morally complex journey to prevent a potential terrorist attack.

9. TURN (2014-2017)

Set during the American Revolutionary War, this series follows a New York farmer who joins friends to form The Culper Ring, an unlikely group of spies who turn the tide in America's fight for independence.

10. The Fall (2013-2016)

A senior detective hunts a serial killer targeting young women in Belfast, leading to a tense game of cat-and-mouse, as the investigation reveals disturbing truths about the killer's motivations and the detective's own personal life.

11. The Killing (2011-2014)

A dark, moody crime series set in Seattle, focusing on the investigation of a teenage girl's murder, intertwining the detectives' lives with city politics and the victim's grieving family, revealing the city's underbelly.

12. Burn Notice (2007-2013)

After being 'burned' and effectively blacklisted by the U.S. government, a former spy uses his special ops training to help people in need while trying to find out who betrayed him.

13. Killing Eve (2018-2022)

A bored, brilliant MI5 security officer becomes obsessed with a talented, psychopathic assassin, leading to a dangerous game of mutual fascination and a series of gripping encounters across Europe.

14. Broadchurch (2013-2017)

In a small coastal town, the death of a young boy sparks a major police investigation and media frenzy, exposing the community's secrets and fracturing relationships as two detectives are tasked with solving the complex case.

15. Unforgotten (2015-2021)

London detectives investigate cold murder cases, unearthing long-buried secrets that challenge their moral views and personal lives, all while bringing closure to the families of the long-forgotten deceased.

16. Patriot (2015-2018)

A melancholic intelligence officer, posing as an industrial piping engineer, navigates absurd bureaucratic obstacles and personal setbacks while trying to prevent Iran from going nuclear.

17. Hanna (2019-2021)

Raised in the wilderness and trained as an assassin, a young girl seeks to unravel the truth about her identity while being pursued by a CIA agent with murky motives.

18. The Mentalist (2008-2015)

A former psychic medium turned consultant for the California Bureau of Investigation uses his acute observation skills to solve serious crimes, all while seeking revenge for his family's murder by a serial killer.

19. Endeavour (2013-present)

Set in the 1960s and 70s, this series follows the early career of Endeavour Morse, a highly intellectual and enigmatic detective, as he solves a series of complex cases in Oxford.

20. Inspector Morse (1987-2000)

A senior detective with a passion for opera, literature, and beer solves various murder mysteries in the academic environs of Oxford, combining classic detective work with his cultural knowledge and critical thinking.

21. Inspector Lewis (2006-2015)

Following the death of Inspector Morse, his protégé, Detective Sergeant Lewis, steps up to investigate Oxford's most complex and intriguing crimes, along with his clever, university-educated partner, Detective Sergeant Hathaway.

22. The Night Of (2016)

A complex crime drama where a Pakistani-American student finds himself accused of murder after a night of partying, leading to a gripping legal battle and a detailed exploration of the U.S. justice system.

23. C.B. Strike (2017-present)

A war veteran turned private detective operates out of a small office in London, solving brutal murders that have stumped the police, using his unique insight and background as an SIB investigator.