If you don't know what to do in the evening, then this selection is just for you! You are waiting for TV series based on books, with which you will definitely have a pleasant time. Just remember that watching interesting TV series is a pleasure, and reading the books that formed the basis of them is doubly pleasant, informs Ukr.Media.
Quirke, Season 1, 2013
Based on the detective series by Irish writer John Banville (who wrote under the pseudonym Benjamin Black), this series takes viewers into the dark atmosphere of Dublin in the 1950s. The plot centers on pathologist Quirk, who finds himself drawn into investigating crimes that lie outside the scope of his professional duties.
Quirk is a reclusive and withdrawn person. He is burdened by guilt and is constantly immersed in his own thoughts. He has made many mistakes and experienced a lot of grief in his life, so he tries to avoid communicating with people.
Each series features a new investigation that is unrelated to the previous one, but is closely intertwined with the fates of Quirk's family members and other influential people, revealing old and sometimes terrible secrets.
The rich historical atmosphere, interesting characters, and deep psychological conflicts make this series a must-watch for those who love slow-paced yet intense detective stories.
“Wayward Pines” or “Wayward Pines”, 2 seasons, 2015-2016
This psychological thriller is based on the Blake Crouch series of books and impresses with its intricate and unpredictable plot. Secret Service agent Ethan Burke arrives in the town of Wayward Pines to investigate the disappearance of two of his colleagues, but soon realizes that getting out of this strange place will not be so easy…
The town is very strange, mysterious, nothing in it is what it seems at first glance. Gradually, the series reveals the dark secret behind the facade of the peaceful life of the town, offering the audience a mixture of detective, thriller and fantasy. “Pines” is a story that keeps you in suspense literally until the very end.
Wolf Hall, Season 1, 2015
This British series is based on two historical novels by Hilary Mantel and tells the story of the life of Thomas Cromwell, one of the most influential and controversial statesmen of 16th-century England. Unlike most historical dramas, “Wolf Hall” focuses not on monarchs, but on a man who found himself at the center of the intrigues of the Tudor court. The plot of the series immerses viewers in the complex political maneuverings of the time, revealing Cromwell’s life, his rise to power and the struggle for survival. Excellent acting, authentic atmosphere and historical accuracy make “Wolf Hall” a real gift for fans of serious dramas.
“White House Farm”, Season 1, 2020
The plot of this British series is based on the true story of a mass murder that occurred on the night of August 6-7, 1985 at Whitehouse Farm. The police who arrived at the scene found five bodies with gunshot wounds: the owners June and Neville Bamber, their daughter Sheila Keffel, and her sons Nicholas and Daniel. The only survivor was the 24-year-old adopted son Jeremy, who was outside the house at the time.
The series is based on real research, interviews and printed materials, including the books “Murder at Whitehouse Farm” by Carol Ann Lee and “In Search of the End of the Rainbow” by Colin Cuffell. There will be all the attributes of a classic detective: a police investigation of a high-profile case, a confrontation between a Detective Chief Inspector and a Detective Sergeant, a high-profile trial with the participation of the media and plot twists. But it is also a deep family drama, in which secrets are revealed that can become a motive for both murder and suicide.
“Springfloden”, Sweden, 2 seasons, 2016
This series stands out among the usual Scandinavian noirs in that it does not have the usual darkness for this genre. Instead, we see bright sunshine. However, despite the bright colors, the series retains all the characteristic features of noir: the difficult past of the characters, difficult relationships with the family, social unrest, cruelty. The plot centers on a female detective and her unreliable partner, who take on an unsolved case that happened more than 20 years ago. The crime is cruel and terrible…
The series is based on the famous detective series “Renning and Stilton” by Silla and Rolf Berlind, Swedish writers who are also a married couple.
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