2013 · 3 seasons · Crime, Drama, Mystery
Broadchurch is a British crime drama set in a small coastal Dorset town rocked by the murder of an 11-year-old boy. Starring David Tennant and Olivia Colman, the show is a masterclass in slow-burn mystery that also examines how tragedy affects a tight-knit community. Its first season is one of the most compelling pieces of British crime television ever made.
Broadchurch streams on Netflix. All 3 series are available with any Netflix subscription.
Broadchurch has 3 series (seasons). Series 1 and 2 follow the same murder case; Series 3 is a new story with the same leads.
Both are British crime dramas set in small communities with exceptional lead performances. If you loved one, you'll almost certainly love the other.
David Tennant and Olivia Colman lead the cast. Colman won a BAFTA for her role as DS Ellie Miller — years before her Oscar for The Favourite.
Broadchurch is fictional, created by Chris Chibnall. However, its depiction of grief and community trauma feels deeply authentic.