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Murder in a Small Town 2024

★ 6.9/10 TV-14 DramaCrime 2 seasons · 18 eps Returning Series

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Overview

Murder in a Small Town is a 2024 television series that follows the life of Karl Alberg. The narrative centers on Alberg as he relocates to a quiet coastal town in an effort to soothe his psyche, which has been battered by his previous experiences with big-city police work. Despite his intentions to find peace in this new environment, he soon discovers that the town is not as tranquil as it appears. Alberg finds himself needing to call upon all of his professional skills to investigate and solve a series of murders that continue to wash up on the shore of his new home. The series explores the tension between his desire for a calmer existence and the reality of the criminal investigations he is forced to undertake. By focusing on his transition from an urban setting to a coastal community, the show examines how his past police experience remains relevant and necessary while he attempts to navigate the challenges of his new surroundings.

Should you watch it?

“A big-city detective seeks peace in a coastal town but encounters a series of local murders.”

Reasons to watch
  • compelling lead character
  • scenic coastal setting
Keep in mind
  • features recurring violent crimes

Watch it if you enjoy character-driven police procedurals set in small-town environments.

The series contains themes of murder and criminal investigation.

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Episode guide

Season 1 · 8 episodes
Season 2 · 10 episodes

Frequently asked questions

What is the premise of the show?

A detective moves to a quiet coastal town to escape big-city police work but must solve local murders.

Where does the show take place?

The series is set in a quiet coastal town.

Who is the main character?

The main character is Karl Alberg, a detective.

What genre is this series?

It is a crime drama focused on police work.

Does the protagonist find peace?

He finds that his skills are still required to solve murders occurring in his new home.