Code of a Killer

A meticulous, sombre procedural that unfolds with quiet tension, balancing the grim reality of a manhunt with the quiet thrill of scientific discovery.

Created by

James Strong

Genres

Drama, Crime, Mystery

Starring

David Threlfall, John Simm, Anna Madeley

Overview

Based on the extraordinary true story of Alec Jeffreys' discovery of DNA fingerprinting and its first use by Detective Chief Superintendent David Baker in catching a double murderer.

How it feels

Dark, tense, earnest and melancholic. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Crime, justice, science, obsession

Content

Strong violence. Mild gore, sexual content and language.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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