If you are a fan of Monk , Psych , or Castle , but want something more grounded and European, give this a shot. Watch it for the "misterios" (mysteries), but stay for the "Laura."
These episodes deal with arson, a serial rapist, and a hostage situation at a school. Notably, Episode 4 features a scene where Laura talks a teenage jumper off a bridge—a defining moment where her psychology degree saves the day. los misterios de laura temporada 1
Known in its original Dutch as Flikken Maastricht , this series might sound unfamiliar to English-speaking audiences, but for millions of Spanish-speaking viewers, the name Laura de Wit is as iconic as any local detective. The first season, which originally aired in 2007 (and dubbed into Spanish shortly after), laid the groundwork for a show that would eventually run for over 20 seasons. If you are a fan of Monk ,
Note to US viewers: Look for Flikken Maastricht (Dutch with subtitles) or search the Spanish title on YouTube, where some episodes have been uploaded unofficially by fans. What started as a simple Dutch procedural evolved into a marathon. By the time the original Flikken Maastricht ended its 20th season, the characters had aged in real-time. However, the magic of Temporada 1 remains untouchable. Known in its original Dutch as Flikken Maastricht
When we talk about European crime dramas, the usual suspects are Nordic noir (like The Bridge ) or British thrillers (like Broadchurch ). However, in Spain and Latin America, there is a small, surprising gem that has developed a fierce cult following: Los Misterios de la Laura (Temporada 1) .