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Developed by Veena Sud, The Killing is an American crime drama that aired on AMC from 2011 to 2014, concluding on Netflix. The series is a direct adaptation of the Danish show Forbrydelsen, following Seattle homicide detectives Sarah Linden and Stephen Holder, played by Mireille Enos and Joel Kinnaman. It is distinguished by its moody Pacific Northwest atmosphere and its focus on the psychological impact of murder on the victims' families.
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What is The Killing about?
The Killing follows Seattle homicide detectives Sarah Linden and Stephen Holder as they investigate murders that unfold across extended story arcs. The American series was developed by Veena Sud and premiered on AMC in 2011.
Is The Killing based on a foreign television series?
Yes. The US series is a direct adaptation of the Danish crime drama Forbrydelsen. The American version relocates the investigation to Seattle and stars Mireille Enos as Sarah Linden and Joel Kinnaman as Stephen Holder.
How many seasons does The Killing have?
The Killing has four seasons. AMC aired the first three, while Netflix released the six-episode fourth and final season in 2014.
Where can I watch The Killing?
Availability depends on country and changes between services, but the complete four-season run has been associated with Netflix and AMC-related streaming services. The final six-episode season was released by Netflix in 2014.
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