A Wanted Man is a groundbreaking three‐part British miniseries first shown on BBC2 in September 1989. Directed by Nicholas Renton and written by Malcolm McKay, it evolved from his earlier one‐off play “The Interrogation of John” into a daring trilogy. The series follows the capture, trial, and psychological unravelling of a serial killer, offering an in‐depth exploration of criminal behavior and the ethical dilemmas faced by the justice system. With deliberate pacing, stark realism, and an unflinching look at human darkness, it challenges conventional crime dramas and compels viewers to confront unsettling questions about responsibility, morality, and the nature of evil. Critically acclaimed and award‐winning, A Wanted Man remains essential viewing for anyone seeking a thought‐provoking, intense, and unforgettable drama experience that not only entertains but also forces a deep reflection on the fragility of human nature and the complexities of justice.
Set in the late 1930s in the Free City of Gdańsk, the series follows Bednarski, a private detective considered the best in his field—evidenced by his brief collaboration with Polish intelligence. Each episode presents a standalone story, united by the central character and the broader historical backdrop: the fate of Gdańsk, Poland, Europe, and the world as they edge inexorably toward World War II.
Eugene does not remember anything about his past life. The simple possessions found in his pockets led him to the apartment, but even that didn't bring up any memories. The only thing he understood was that he was not a simple man. Ordinary people don't keep huge amounts of money at home. Ordinary people don't have passports with different surnames. At the same time, the FSB launched an investigation into the case of seven missing young people. All the missing were orphans and children of the weather, which is especially interesting to the investigation. Eugene fully fits these parameters, and surveillance begins for him…
Siegfried Dennery suffers from life-threatening bronchial asthma. Only in a milder climate could he recover. Dennery purchases land on the Caribbean island of St. Lucia. He plans to finance the construction of a hotel by selling his nightclub. But everything goes wrong. A Caribbean contact works for his own gain, and the bank refuses to grant the necessary loan. Dennery comes up with a daring plan: he wants to get money by robbing banks...
Set in modern day Aotearoa, Literally Dead follows True–the most iconic bitch you’ve ever met. She’s beautiful, smart, charming, and sharp, but on the cusp of graduating from high school, she died in a tragic accident (note: it wasn’t an accident). Our story takes place entirely on the night of True’s graduation party, as her ghost presents her circle of friends and frenemies, we discover her death was the least fucked up thing that happened that year at Gilchrist Grammar.
When journalist Lucija Car is sent to report on the demolition of Croatia’s oldest prison, she stumbles across a graveyard of unclaimed bodies and senses that there are more secrets to be unearthed. An absorbing crime thriller that interweaves the story of each newly discovered victim with Croatia’s dark political history.
Nancy Grace, Derrick Levasseur, and Mara S. Campo tear through the evidence and clues, demanding justice for the victims of the biggest crime stories in this weekly exposé.