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The Killing

  • TV Series
  • 2011–20142011–2014
  • TV-14TV-14
  • 45m
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A police investigation, the saga of a grieving family, and a Seattle mayoral campaign all interlock after the body of 17-year-old Rosie Larsen is found in the trunk of a submerged car.A police investigation, the saga of a grieving family, and a Seattle mayoral campaign all interlock after the body of 17-year-old Rosie Larsen is found in the trunk of a submerged car.A police investigation, the saga of a grieving family, and a Seattle mayoral campaign all interlock after the body of 17-year-old Rosie Larsen is found in the trunk of a submerged car.

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109K
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  • Creator
    • Veena Sud
  • Stars
    • Mireille Enos
    • Joel Kinnaman
    • Billy Campbell
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  • Creator
    • Veena Sud
  • Stars
    • Mireille Enos
    • Joel Kinnaman
    • Billy Campbell
  • See production, box office & company info
    • 341User reviews
    • 75Critic reviews
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    • Nominated for 6 Primetime Emmys
      • 3 wins & 47 nominations total

    Episodes44

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    A Guide to the Films of Patty Jenkins
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    A Guide to the Films of Patty Jenkins
    The Killing - Season Finale Sneak Preview
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    The Killing - Season Finale Sneak Preview
    "The Killing": Episode 12 Sneak Peek
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    "The Killing": Episode 12 Sneak Peek
    "The Killing" -- Episode 11 Sneak Peek
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    "The Killing" -- Episode 11 Sneak Peek
    The Killing - Episode 10 Sneak Peek
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    The Killing - Episode 10 Sneak Peek
    The Killing - Episode 9 Sneak Peek
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    The Killing - Episode 9 Sneak Peek
    The Killing - Episode 8 Sneak Peek
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    The Killing - Episode 8 Sneak Peek
    The Killing: Exclusive Clip, Episode 7
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    The Killing: Exclusive Clip, Episode 7
    The Killing: Sneak Preview, Episode 5
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    The Killing: Sneak Preview, Episode 5
    The Killing - Episode 4
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    The Killing - Episode 4
    The Killing
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    The Killing
    Season 4 Trailer
    Trailer 1:35
    Season 4 Trailer

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    Mireille Enos
    Mireille Enos
    • Sarah Lindenas Sarah Linden
    44 episodes44 eps • 2011–2014
    Joel Kinnaman
    Joel Kinnaman
    • Stephen Holderas Stephen Holder
    44 episodes44 eps • 2011–2014
    Billy Campbell
    Billy Campbell
    • Darren Richmondas Darren Richmond
    27 episodes27 eps • 2011–2014
    Liam James
    Liam James
    • Jack Lindenas Jack Linden
    27 episodes27 eps • 2011–2014
    Michelle Forbes
    Michelle Forbes
    • Mitch Larsenas Mitch Larsen
    26 episodes26 eps • 2011–2012
    Brent Sexton
    Brent Sexton
    • Stan Larsenas Stan Larsen
    26 episodes26 eps • 2011–2012
    Kristin Lehman
    Kristin Lehman
    • Gwen Eatonas Gwen Eaton
    26 episodes26 eps • 2011–2012
    Eric Ladin
    Eric Ladin
    • Jamie Wrightas Jamie Wright
    26 episodes26 eps • 2011–2012
    Jamie Anne Allman
    Jamie Anne Allman
    • Terry Marekas Terry Marek
    26 episodes26 eps • 2011–2012
    Evan Bird
    Evan Bird
    • Tom Larsenas Tom Larsen
    22 episodes22 eps • 2011–2012
    Seth Isaac Johnson
    Seth Isaac Johnson
    • Denny Larsenas Denny Larsen
    22 episodes22 eps • 2011–2012
    Tom Butler
    Tom Butler
    • Mayor Lesley Adamsas Mayor Lesley Adams
    19 episodes19 eps • 2011–2012
    Annie Corley
    Annie Corley
    • Regi Darnellas Regi Darnell
    18 episodes18 eps • 2011–2014
    Gregg Henry
    Gregg Henry
    • Carl Reddickas Carl Reddick
    16 episodes16 eps • 2013–2014
    Brendan Sexton III
    Brendan Sexton III
    • Belko Royceas Belko Royce
    15 episodes15 eps • 2011–2012
    Amy Seimetz
    Amy Seimetz
    • Danette Lutzas Danette Lutz
    14 episodes14 eps • 2013–2014
    Garry Chalk
    Garry Chalk
    • Lt. Michael Oakesas Lt. Michael Oakes
    13 episodes13 eps • 2011–2012
    Katie Findlay
    Katie Findlay
    • Rosie Larsenas Rosie Larsen
    13 episodes13 eps • 2011–2012
    • Creator
      • Veena Sud
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    Storyline

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    In Seattle, Det. Sarah Linden is on what is supposed to be her last day on the job. She and her son Jack are supposed to leave that evening to join her fiancé in Sonoma. Her replacement, Det. Stephen Holder, is ready to take over but they answer a call from a patrol car who have found a bloodied sweater in a field. When the missing girl, Rosie Larsen, is found in the trunk of a car at the bottom of a lake it turns out the car is registered to the campaign committee for councilman Darren Richmond, who is running for mayor. Linden delays her departure for what she hopes will be only a few days. —garykmcd
    • death of child
    • strong female character
    • murder
    • female police officer
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    • Taglines
      • Who Killed Rosie Larsen?
    • Genres
      • Crime
      • Drama
      • Mystery
      • Thriller
    • Certificate
      • TV-14
    • Parents guide

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    • Trivia
      The series has gained notoriety for being canceled on two occasions only for the show to be revived. The show was initially canceled by AMC in 2012 after its second season but was renewed later in the year due to a strong pitch from creator Veena Sud. After its third season in 2013 the series was canceled yet again by AMC and was nonetheless later revived by Netflix who ordered a fourth and final season.
    • Connections
      Featured in The Big Fat Quiz of the Year (2011)
    • Soundtracks
      Main Title Theme
      (uncredited)

      Written by Richard File and Wendy Fowler

      Performed by We Fell To Earth

    User reviews341

    Review
    Top review
    Give it a Chance!!!
    I am not someone who typically watches a lot of the new crime investigation shows, most of them are very similar and repetitious however The Killing was really able to catch and keep my attention from the very beginning. I think a lot of it has to do with the fact this show doesn't jam one case into a 1 hour episode with little to no character development. The Killing focuses on one complex murder case per season with many surprising twists and turns that will have you continuously asking who did it?

    Joel Kinnaman plays a very likable, colorful detective who is somewhat new to his life of sobriety. Due to his past drug use he has a very keen eye to what goes on in the streets which has allowed him to become very good good at his job and a very useful player on the Seattle police department, he also has some of the funniest one liners that he deliver without coming of corny. Mireille Enos is his partner who also at times is haunted by her past and when initially watching this show her amazing acting really stood out, she was a great pick and fits the role perfectly.

    The 1st season was a breath of fresh air in the crime drama genre, the second season was tasked with a sub par storyline, but season 3 I must say has had the best start of the whole series that has me counting down the days till the next show. I highly recommend The Killing and after almost being canceled I hope this show finally gets the views it deserves!
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    • What is The Killing based on?
    • Is this based on Twin Peaks?

    Details

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    • Release date
      • April 3, 2011 (United States)
    • Countries of origin
      • United States
      • Canada
    • Official site
      • AMC (United States)
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Вбивство
    • Filming locations
      • Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
    • Production companies
      • KMF Films
      • Fuse Entertainment
      • Fox Television Studios
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    • Runtime
      45 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.78 : 1

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