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Broadchurch

  • TV Series
  • 2013–20172013–2017
  • TV-MATV-MA
  • 48m
IMDb RATING
8.4/10
110K
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David Tennant and Olivia Colman in Broadchurch (2013)
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  • Crime
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The murder of a young boy in a small coastal town brings a media frenzy, which threatens to tear the community apart.The murder of a young boy in a small coastal town brings a media frenzy, which threatens to tear the community apart.The murder of a young boy in a small coastal town brings a media frenzy, which threatens to tear the community apart.
IMDb RATING
8.4/10
110K
YOUR RATING
POPULARITY
480
150
  • Creator
    • Chris Chibnall(showrunner)
  • Stars
    • David Tennant
    • Olivia Colman
    • Jodie Whittaker
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  • Creator
    • Chris Chibnall(showrunner)
  • Stars
    • David Tennant
    • Olivia Colman
    • Jodie Whittaker
  • See production, box office & company info
    • 332User reviews
    • 49Critic reviews
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    • Won 3 BAFTA Awards
      • 28 wins & 30 nominations total

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    Jodie Whittaker and Charlotte Beaumont in Broadchurch (2013)
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    David Tennant
    David Tennant
    • D.I. Alec Hardyas D.I. Alec Hardy
    24 episodes24 eps • 2013–2017
    Olivia Colman
    Olivia Colman
    • D.S. Ellie Milleras D.S. Ellie Miller
    24 episodes24 eps • 2013–2017
    Jodie Whittaker
    Jodie Whittaker
    • Beth Latimeras Beth Latimer
    24 episodes24 eps • 2013–2017
    Andrew Buchan
    Andrew Buchan
    • Mark Latimeras Mark Latimer
    24 episodes24 eps • 2013–2017
    Carolyn Pickles
    Carolyn Pickles
    • Maggie Radcliffeas Maggie Radcliffe
    23 episodes23 eps • 2013–2017
    Arthur Darvill
    Arthur Darvill
    • Rev. Paul Coatesas Rev. Paul Coates
    23 episodes23 eps • 2013–2017
    Charlotte Beaumont
    Charlotte Beaumont
    • Chloe Latimeras Chloe Latimer
    20 episodes20 eps • 2013–2017
    Adam Wilson
    Adam Wilson
    • Tom Milleras Tom Miller
    20 episodes20 eps • 2013–2017
    Matthew Gravelle
    Matthew Gravelle
    • Joe Milleras Joe Miller
    18 episodes18 eps • 2013–2017
    Jonathan Bailey
    Jonathan Bailey
    • Olly Stevensas Olly Stevens
    16 episodes16 eps • 2013–2015
    Joe Sims
    Joe Sims
    • Nige Carteras Nige Carter
    16 episodes16 eps • 2013–2017
    Simone McAullay
    Simone McAullay
    • Becca Fisheras Becca Fisher
    13 episodes13 eps • 2013–2015
    Tanya Franks
    Tanya Franks
    • Lucy Stevensas Lucy Stevens
    12 episodes12 eps • 2013–2015
    Pauline Quirke
    Pauline Quirke
    • Susan Wrightas Susan Wright
    10 episodes10 eps • 2013–2015
    Steve Bennett
    • PC Bob Danielsas PC Bob Daniels…
    10 episodes10 eps • 2013–2017
    Benji Yapp
    • Fred Milleras Fred Miller
    10 episodes10 eps • 2013–2017
    William Andrews
    • Ben Haywoodas Ben Haywood
    9 episodes9 eps • 2015–2017
    Oskar McNamara
    • Danny Latimeras Danny Latimer
    9 episodes9 eps • 2013–2017
    • Creator
      • Chris Chibnall(showrunner)
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    • Trivia
      Contrary to popular belief, Broadchurch is not based on or a remake of Danish show Forbrydelsen (2007), and the script for Broadchurch actually predates The Killing by at least five years. Chris Chibnall originally had the idea for Broadchurch and started working on the script in 2002, however, it took him ten years to get the show on air.
    • Goofs
      Under UK court procedures a witness would not be allowed to view proceedings until they have given evidence. Throughout the trial characters are in the public gallery prior to being called to give evidence.
    • Quotes

      DS Ellie Miller: Most people have a moral compass.

      DI Alec Hardy: Compasses break.

    • Connections
      Featured in Screenwipe: 2013 Wipe (2013)

    User reviews332

    Review
    Top review
    9/10
    Mesmerizing. A show somewhere between your most beautiful imagination and your darkest fears.
    An enthusiastic reviewer started writing about this show when it started filming, speaking with great anticipation about the creator of the show's previous work and then the premise of his new show - a crime story, inherently tragic, focusing on grief, dark puzzles and a small community in which everyone knows everyone. I immediately thought of 'The Killing' and whether I would feel the same sense of of despondency when I watch shows like that.

    Turns out I was both right and completely wrong. And I'll get to the emphatic 'yes!' for this show in a moment. The storyline, like in most crime shows these days, is hardly original. And you could say that like many British TV shows with veteran actors, intriguing plots with a dark narrative devoid of hope or a happy ending (contrary to most American TV shows with a similar premise), this show too, relies on intriguing characters to keep your interest in the puzzle and the secrets each character holds. But Broadchurch does all that without ever indulging in tragedy or hopelessness. No easy feat.

    The acting and casting are flawless. The story feels real and unfolds with a steady, organic pace. David Tennant's nuanced take on the character, which could have easily been another self-important anti-hero with a troubled past, instead offsets Olivia Colman's character wonderfully. Her genuine, sincere approach to life, creating inevitable friction is a surprisingly fresh take on the traditional mismatched police partner or 'buddy cop' dynamics.

    And then comes the beauty. Each shot framed like a painting featuring the stunning cliffs and beaches around the Dorset coast in all its rugged glory. Even interviews with suspects are photographed with elegance and an unexpected ethereal quality, using blurred light and colors. The stunning landscape setting is used not just as a backdrop, but a powerful narrative, contrasting its vastness with the small stories of each one of the locals. The calm, reflective moments in each episode feature scenes without dialog, allowing you to absorb it all.

    This is where the music comes in. Too often an afterthought, a necessary element to invoke emotion or underline the words, here the music becomes one of the main characters of the show. An understated yet stunning soundtrack by Ólafur Arnalds, featured prominently throughout the series. And what a revelation it is. Allowing you to watch Broadchurch both as a sophisticated detective story and as an evocative, elegant music video. And while concert halls featured the most talented composers in the past, sadly or thankfully, TV shows (possibly more than feature length films even), seem to be the perfect outlet for the most creative contemporary artists. Utopia, Breaking Bad and Battlestar Galactica come to mind.

    You could say then, that it is Ólafur Arnalds' score who helps Broadchurch transcend the sadness and grief of the story told, but it wouldn't be fair to understate the the stunning cinematography and art direction, subtle and powerful storytelling and production by Chris Chibnall. And with a cast that is able to portray the characters with depth and authenticity, it helps Broadchurch stand out from similar shows, deserving a review beyond simple comparison.
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    • May 2, 2013

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    • Release date
      • August 7, 2013 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United Kingdom
    • Official site
      • Official Facebook
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Бродчерч
    • Filming locations
      • West Bay, Dorset, England, UK
    • Production companies
      • Kudos Film and Television
      • Imaginary Friends
      • ITV - Independent Television
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    • Runtime
      48 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Stereo
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.78 : 1
      • 16:9 HD

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