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Season 1 – Broadchurch

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When the corpse of an 11-year-old British boy, Danny Latimer, is found bloodied and dirty on an idyllic beach, a small Dorset community becomes the focus of a police investigation and media madness. Out-of-town Detective Inspector Alec Hardy gets the point position over Detective Sgt. Ellie Miller -- who feels the job should have been hers. Now she must engage in an efficient working relationship with taciturn Hardy. Slowly, more members of the community of Broadchurch are drawn into the investigation, with a telephone engineer drawing great attention when he admits to a special connection to the case. While dealing with so much unwelcome attention, Danny's family tries to cope with its grief. When a suspect is named and charged, the ensuing trial sees the defendant promising to expose more of the townspeople's secrets.
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Broadchurch — Season 1

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Well written and beautifully shot, Broadchurch is a deliberate, slowly unfolding mystery procedural with terrific performances from a fine cast.

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Allison Keene Collider 09/09/2020
Full of hope and love even in the wake of tragedy. It's not just a good place to end, but an excellent place to start. Go to Full Review Melinda Houston Sydney Morning Herald 06/14/2017
4/5
We get not just seamless exposition, we get a tremendous feel for character that has us instantly caring about who these people are and how this event affects them. A fabulous cast helps, too. Go to Full Review Caryn James James on screenS 09/24/2013
Broadchurch is based on a generic premise, but nothing feels stale. With depth and passion, Colman brings her character's profound questioning to vibrant life. Go to Full Review Adam Sweeting The Arts Desk 07/23/2018
It looks as if Broadchurch will reveal itself as a "town-with-murky-secrets" story, but on the evidence of this first episode we can expect it to be done with a skilful touch and a fine eye for detail. Go to Full Review Megan Basham WORLD 04/17/2018
I recommend the original as a rare, only somewhat tarnished gem in a garbage-littered landscape. Go to Full Review Ankita Chawla Scroll.in 05/25/2017
Tennant and Colman are joined by an incredible cast... It's a murder mystery with a lot of heart. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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bob C @RT46426964 May 5 Pretty good until wrecked by the last sentimental and completely inappropriate finale. See more Kelly M @BlackMedal Mar 15 This is THE BEST series I’ve ever watched. It was so intense and heartfelt. My heart literally ached for the characters. See more Jennifer P @RT89361044 Jan 10 What a riveting, well directed and acted show! Incredible ending! See more Lumi H @_stargazer__ Jan 3 Absolutely wonderful series. I’ve seen all of this at least 5 times. The first season is the best, but the others are still amazing. The story is intense and full of emotion and surprises, and the characters are all remarkable in their own way. Alec and Ellie are really attaching, and their actors play really well (as often with David Tennant!). But the story isn’t the only great thing, the way it’s filmed and told is too. There are beautiful shots and landscapes, adding to the suspense and emotion, and the music is perfectly adapted to every scene. A total must see! See more Brandi E @beainindy Dec 12 If I could erase this show from my brain just so I could experience the amazingness of watching it again for the first time I would in a heartbeat. See more dave b @RT51811019 Dec 11 Totally unexpected ending. Great acting. The storyline had me hooked. See more Read all reviews
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David Tennant

DI Alec Hardy

Olivia Colman

DS Ellie Miller

Andrew Buchan

Mark Latimer

Jodie Whittaker

Beth Latimer

Vicky McClure

Karen White

Arthur Darvill

Paul Coates

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Mar 4, 2013 When the body of an 11-year-old boy is found on the beach in Broadchurch, local police investigate the crime. Details Episode 2 Aired Mar 11, 2013 As the mystery around Danny Latimer's death deepens, Hardy and Miller have to work quickly and identify the key suspects and determine the site of the murder scene. Details Episode 3 Aired Mar 18, 2013 Fingerprints at the murder scene lead Hardy and Miller to a surprising suspect; Steve Connelly has a message for Beth. Details Episode 4 Aired Mar 25, 2013 Friends and neighbors come under scrutiny; Beth and Mark take matters into their own hands to get the story out. Details Episode 5 Aired Apr 1, 2013 The townspeople begin to turn against one another; a new piece of evidence may aid Hardy and Ellie's investigation. Details Episode 6 Aired Apr 8, 2013 A new suspect in the murder of Danny Latimer comes to light; Beth and Mark seek help from a local vicar. Details Episode 7 Aired Apr 15, 2013 Time is running out to solve Danny's murder; Beth and Mark take an important step in moving on with their lives. Details Episode 8 Aired Apr 22, 2013 After weeks of speculation, the events surrounding Danny's death are revealed. Shock waves ripple through Broadchurch as the community struggles to come to terms with the news. Details

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Season Info

Director
James Strong
Executive Producer
Chris Chibnall, Jane Featherstone, Jacob Anderson
Screenwriter
Chris Chibnall
Network
ITV
Rating
TV-14 (D|L)
Genre
Crime, Drama, Mystery & Thriller
Original Language
British English
Release Date
Mar 4, 2013