Top 10 Crime Shows Ranked

Crime television spans noir, police work, and labyrinth mysteries. This Top 10 covers the best entry points.

1. True Detective (S1)

True Detective (S1) earns its spot for craft, consistency, and lasting recommendation value.

2. Mindhunter

Mindhunter earns its spot for craft, consistency, and lasting recommendation value.

3. The Night Of

The Night Of earns its spot for craft, consistency, and lasting recommendation value.

4. Broadchurch

Broadchurch earns its spot for craft, consistency, and lasting recommendation value.

5. Fargo

Fargo earns its spot for craft, consistency, and lasting recommendation value.

6. Narcos

Narcos earns its spot for craft, consistency, and lasting recommendation value.

7. Sherlock

Sherlock earns its spot for craft, consistency, and lasting recommendation value.

8. Dexter (early seasons)

Dexter (early seasons) earns its spot for craft, consistency, and lasting recommendation value.

9. Luther

Luther earns its spot for craft, consistency, and lasting recommendation value.

10. Only Murders in the Building

Only Murders in the Building earns its spot for craft, consistency, and lasting recommendation value.