The Art of Crime 2017
- Status
- Returning Series
- First Aired
- November 17, 2017
- Last Aired
- March 2, 2026
- Format
- 9 seasons · 26 eps
- Total Runtime
- ~21.7 hours (50 min/ep)
- Highest Rated Episode
- S2E3 "A wounded man (1)" (★ 8/10)
- Created By
- Angèle Herry-Leclerc, Pierre-Yves Mora
- Network
- France 2
- Where to Stream
- Amazon Prime Video, MZ Choice Amazon Channel, Mhz Choice
What is The Art of Crime?
The television series "The Art of Crime" is a crime and drama show that premiered in 2017. The show follows PJ Antoine Verlay, a good cop who has difficulty working as a team, after being fired for insubordination.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2017
- Status
- Returning Series
- Episodes
- 26
- Runtime
- 50 minutes
- First aired
- Nov 17, 2017
- Last aired
- Mar 2, 2026
- Original language
- FR
- Origin
- FR
- Networks
- France 2
- Genres
- Crime, Drama
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.6/10 from 41 votes
- Format
- 9 seasons · 26 episodes
- Episode runtime
- ~50 minutes
- Status
- Returning Series
- Network
- France 2
Where to watch in United States
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How long to binge?
Estimate the schedule using 26 episodes and an average 50-minute runtime.
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Overview
The television series "The Art of Crime" is a crime and drama show that premiered in 2017. The show follows PJ Antoine Verlay, a good cop who has difficulty working as a team, after being fired for insubordination. He is assigned to the OCBC, where he will work with Florence Chassagne, a renowned art historian. As a clever investigator, Antoine will have to navigate a field outside of his expertise, relying on Florence's knowledge of culture to solve cases.
Should you watch it?
“A rebellious cop teams up with an art historian to chase cultural crime.”
- fresh clash of police work and art expertise
- strong lead chemistry between Antoine and Florence
- team dynamics can feel uneven early on
Watch it if you enjoy crime stories that pair a gritty detective with an art‑savvy historian.
The series features crime investigations and occasional intense moments, making it best suited for adult viewers.
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Season 1 · 6 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide & lore primer →- E1 A Natural Beauty (1) Mytharc Nov 17, 2017
- E2 A Natural Beauty (2) Core Nov 17, 2017
- E3 A Murderous Party (1) Core Nov 24, 2017
- E4 A Murderous Party (2) Core Nov 24, 2017
- E5 A Work in Black (1) Mytharc Dec 1, 2017
- E6 A Work in Black (2) Mytharc Dec 1, 2017
Season 2 · 6 episodes
Open the complete Season 2 guide & lore primer →- E1 A shadow on the board (1) Mytharc Nov 23, 2018
- E2 A shadow on the board (2) Core Nov 23, 2018
- E3 A wounded man (1) Core Nov 30, 2018
- E4 A wounded man (2) Core Nov 30, 2018
- E5 The Devil's Painter (1) Mytharc Dec 7, 2018
- E6 The Devil's Painter (2) Mytharc Dec 7, 2018
Season 3 · 2 episodes
Open the complete Season 3 guide & lore primer →- E1 A Ghost at the Opera Mytharc Oct 25, 2019
- E2 The Curse of Osiris Mytharc Nov 1, 2019
Season 4 · 2 episodes
Open the complete Season 4 guide & lore primer →- E1 Van Gogh's Will Mytharc May 7, 2021
- E2 Blood Dance Mytharc May 14, 2021
Season 5 · 2 episodes
Open the complete Season 5 guide & lore primer →- E1 A Heart of Stone Mytharc Nov 22, 2021
- E2 The Delacroix Code Mytharc Nov 29, 2021
Frequently asked questions
What is the basic premise of The Art of Crime?
The series follows PJ Antoine Verlay, a cop reassigned to the cultural goods unit, as he partners with art historian Florence Chassagne to investigate art‑related crimes.
Who are the main characters?
The main characters are PJ Antoine Verlay, a good‑cop detective, and Florence Chassagne, a renowned art historian, with commander Pardo appearing as Antoine’s superior.
What genre does the show belong to?
It is classified as a crime and drama series.
When was The Art of Crime released?
The series premiered in 2017.
Is the show focused on teamwork?
Yes, the plot centers on Antoine learning to work with Florence despite his initial difficulty collaborating.
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