The Killing 2011
“The past can't be washed away.”
What is The Killing?
The Killing is an American crime drama television series that premiered in 2011. Created by Veena Sud, the show is based upon the Danish television series Forbrydelsen.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2011
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 44
- First aired
- Apr 3, 2011
- Last aired
- Aug 1, 2014
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- US
- Networks
- AMC, Netflix
- Genres
- Drama, Crime, Mystery
- Updated
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Overview
The Killing is an American crime drama television series that premiered in 2011. Created by Veena Sud, the show is based upon the Danish television series Forbrydelsen. The narrative is set in Seattle, Washington, and follows the work of homicide detectives Sarah Linden and Stephen Holder as they conduct various murder investigations. The series features performances by Mireille Enos, Joel Kinnaman, Billy Campbell, and Liam James. The plot centers on a police investigation that becomes intertwined with the saga of a grieving family and a Seattle mayoral campaign. As the detectives pursue their cases, they are deeply affected by the murders they investigate. The production is characterized as a dark crime series. The show ran from 2011 until 2014. Viewers can access full episodes of the series through various streaming platforms. The title of the series refers to the act of one that kills, a term that describes the central focus of the criminal investigations portrayed throughout the duration of the program.
Should you watch it?
“Seattle detectives investigate a complex murder case that impacts a grieving family and local politics.”
- intricate storytelling
- strong performances
- slow pacing
Watch it if you enjoy atmospheric crime dramas that explore the ripple effects of a single murder.
The series features dark themes surrounding murder and grief.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 13 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 Pilot Apr 3, 2011
- E2 The Cage Apr 3, 2011
- E3 El Diablo Apr 10, 2011
- E4 A Soundless Echo Apr 17, 2011
- E5 Super 8 Apr 24, 2011
- E6 What You Have Left May 1, 2011
- E7 Vengeance May 8, 2011
- E8 Stonewalled May 15, 2011
- E9 Undertow May 22, 2011
- E10 I'll Let You Know When I Get There May 29, 2011
- E11 Missing Jun 5, 2011
- E12 Beau Soleil Jun 12, 2011
- E13 Orpheus Descending Jun 19, 2011
Season 2 · 13 episodes
- E1 Reflections Apr 1, 2012
- E2 My Lucky Day Apr 1, 2012
- E3 Numb Apr 8, 2012
- E4 Ogi Jun Apr 15, 2012
- E5 Ghosts of the Past Apr 22, 2012
- E6 Openings Apr 29, 2012
- E7 Keylela May 6, 2012
- E8 Off the Reservation May 13, 2012
- E9 Sayonara Hiawatha May 20, 2012
- E10 72 Hours May 27, 2012
- E11 Bulldog Jun 3, 2012
- E12 Donnie or Marie Jun 10, 2012
- E13 What I Know Jun 17, 2012
Season 3 · 12 episodes
- E1 The Jungle Jun 2, 2013
- E2 That You Fear the Most Jun 2, 2013
- E3 Seventeen Jun 9, 2013
- E4 Head Shots Jun 16, 2013
- E5 Scared and Running Jun 23, 2013
- E6 Eminent Domain Jun 30, 2013
- E7 Hope Kills Jul 7, 2013
- E8 Try Jul 14, 2013
- E9 Reckoning Jul 21, 2013
- E10 Six Minutes Jul 28, 2013
- E11 From Up Here Aug 4, 2013
- E12 The Road to Hamelin Aug 4, 2013
Season 4 · 6 episodes
- E1 Blood in the Water Aug 1, 2014
- E2 Unraveling Aug 1, 2014
- E3 The Good Soldier Aug 1, 2014
- E4 Dream Baby Dream Aug 1, 2014
- E5 Truth Asunder Aug 1, 2014
- E6 Eden Aug 1, 2014
Frequently asked questions
What is the show about?
It follows homicide detectives Sarah Linden and Stephen Holder as they investigate murder cases in Seattle.
Is it based on another show?
Yes, the series is based on the Danish television show Forbrydelsen.
Who created the series?
The American version was developed by Veena Sud.
Where is the series set?
The story takes place in Seattle, Washington.
What is the primary investigation?
The series begins with the discovery of 17-year-old Rosie Larsen in a submerged car.