The Killing 2007
What is The Killing?
The Killing is a Danish police procedural set in the Copenhagen main police department that revolves around Detective Inspector Sarah Lund and her team. Each season of the series follows a different murder case day-by-day, with each one-hour episode covering twenty-four hours of the investigation.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2007
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 40
- Runtime
- 60 minutes
- First aired
- Jan 7, 2007
- Last aired
- Nov 25, 2012
- Original language
- DA
- Origin
- DK
- Networks
- DR1
- Genres
- Crime, Mystery, Drama
- Updated
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The Killing is a Danish police procedural set in the Copenhagen main police department that revolves around Detective Inspector Sarah Lund and her team. Each season of the series follows a different murder case day-by-day, with each one-hour episode covering twenty-four hours of the investigation. The series is noted for its dark tone, plot twists, and season-long storylines. It gives equal emphasis to the story of the murdered victim's family alongside the police investigation and is recognized for the photography of its Danish setting and the acting ability of its cast. Additionally, there is a series of the same name created by Veena Sud that is based on the Danish series Forbrydelsen. This version follows Seattle homicide detectives Sarah Linden and Stephen Holder as they are affected by the murders they investigate. This iteration also features the saga of a grieving family and a mayoral campaign that interlocks with the police investigation. The program is available to watch through various streaming platforms including Netflix, Prime Video, and Disney+.
Should you watch it?
“A methodical Danish police procedural unravels complex murder cases over tense, twisty seasons.”
- Intricate plotting with major twists
- Strong performances especially from lead actors
- Distinctive Nordic noir atmosphere and cinematography
- Deliberately paced which may feel slow
- Can be emotionally heavy throughout
You enjoy cerebral crime dramas with layered storytelling and moral complexity.
Contains mature themes including violence, death and adult situations appropriate for older teens and adults.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 20 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 Episode 1 Jan 7, 2007
- E2 Episode 2 Jan 14, 2007
- E3 Episode 3 Jan 21, 2007
- E4 Episode 4 Jan 28, 2007
- E5 Episode 5 Feb 4, 2007
- E6 Episode 6 Feb 11, 2007
- E7 Episode 7 Feb 18, 2007
- E8 Episode 8 Feb 25, 2007
- E9 Episode 9 Mar 4, 2007
- E10 Episode 10 Mar 11, 2007
- E11 Episode 11 Sep 23, 2007
- E12 Episode 12 Sep 30, 2007
- E13 Episode 13 Oct 7, 2007
- E14 Episode 14 Oct 14, 2007
- E15 Episode 15 Oct 21, 2007
- E16 Episode 16 Oct 28, 2007
- E17 Episode 17 Nov 4, 2007
- E18 Episode 18 Nov 11, 2007
- E19 Episode 19 Nov 18, 2007
- E20 Episode 20 Nov 25, 2007
Season 2 · 10 episodes
- E1 Episode 1 Sep 27, 2009
- E2 Episode 2 Oct 4, 2009
- E3 Episode 3 Oct 11, 2009
- E4 Episode 4 Oct 18, 2009
- E5 Episode 5 Oct 25, 2009
- E6 Episode 6 Nov 1, 2009
- E7 Episode 7 Nov 8, 2009
- E8 Episode 8 Nov 15, 2009
- E9 Episode 9 Nov 22, 2009
- E10 Episode 10 Nov 29, 2009
Season 3 · 10 episodes
- E1 Episode 1 Sep 23, 2012
- E2 Episode 2 Sep 30, 2012
- E3 Episode 3 Oct 7, 2012
- E4 Episode 4 Oct 14, 2012
- E5 Episode 5 Oct 21, 2012
- E6 Episode 6 Oct 28, 2012
- E7 Episode 7 Nov 4, 2012
- E8 Episode 8 Nov 11, 2012
- E9 Episode 9 Nov 18, 2012
- E10 Episode 10 Nov 25, 2012
Frequently asked questions
Is this show dubbed or subtitled?
The original Danish version features subtitles, though dubbed versions exist in some regions.
How many episodes are in each season?
Each season consists of ten episodes, with one episode representing one day of the investigation.
Do I need to watch seasons in order?
Each season tells a self-contained story, so viewing order is flexible.
Is it based on a book series?
The show is based on a novel by Danish author Sarah Lund, though each season adapts different source material.
What makes this different from other crime shows?
It focuses equally on both the police investigation and the victim's family, unfolding over real-time days rather than weeks.