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Forbrydelsen

2007–2012·DR1·60 min·7.9/10
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An intense crime drama which is set in Copenhagen and revolves around Detective Inspector Sarah Lund. Each series follows a murder case day-by-day. Each episode covers twenty-four hours of the investigation. The series is noted for its plot twists, season-long storylines, dark tone and for giving equal emphasis to the stories of the murdered victim's family and the effect in political circles alongside the police investigation.

Status
Ended
Language
Danish
Premiered
January 7, 2007
Ended
November 25, 2012

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