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The Murdoch Mysteries: Except the Dying

2004 · 90 min

A somber, methodical period mystery that unfolds with quiet tension and a strong sense of social injustice.

Overview: In late 19th century Toronto, Detective William Murdoch investigates the murder of a young girl found in the red light district. When a possible witness to the murder is also killed, Murdoch must stop the killer before he strikes again.
How it feels: Dark, melancholic, tense and earnest. Measured and needs your attention.
About: Crime, justice, class, power
Content: Mild violence, gore and sexual content. No swearing.
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Tone: darkstrength 2 of 3
melancholicstrength 2 of 3
tensestrength 1 of 3
earneststrength 1 of 3
Pacing: measured, 2 of 4, from slow-burn to relentless
Attention: engaged, 3 of 4, from background-friendly to demanding
Themes: crime
justice
class
power
death
Places: big city
Era: period
Audience: adult
Form: procedural
single location
Content intensity: Gore mild
Language none
Violence mild
Sex mild