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Detective Matt Hutchison solved decades-old California cold cases using DNA evidence and genealogical methods, leading to the conviction of killers in the 1982 murder of 15-year-old Karen Stitt and the 1979 murder of Estella Mena, highlighting the impact of forensic science on solving long-standing crimes.
The Séance of Blake Manor is a highly atmospheric supernatural detective game set in 1879 Ireland, featuring intricate investigations, a striking comic book aesthetic, and a tense, time-based gameplay that makes it a perfect Halloween treat for fans of mystery and horror.
The Séance of Blake Manor is a gripping gothic detective game set in 1897 Ireland, combining mystery, folk horror, and social commentary, with intricate investigation mechanics and rich themes of colonialism, folklore, and identity.
Charlie Brooker, creator of Black Mirror, is developing a four-part detective crime series for Netflix, featuring a tormented detective in Bleakford hunting a ritualistic serial killer, starring Paddy Considine, Georgina Campbell, and Lena Headey.
A NYPD detective assigned to Mayor Eric Adams' security detail is being investigated after allegedly delivering a kidnapping victim involved in a crypto-related torture plot to his tormentors, raising questions about his awareness and role in the crimes, which involved hostage-taking and violence to obtain a Bitcoin password.
'Dept. Q' is a Netflix crime series based on Danish novels, featuring a grumpy but skilled detective, Carl Morck, who leads a misfit team on cold cases in Scotland. The show combines humor, sadness, and suspense, with strong performances and a tone that shifts seamlessly between different moods, making it a compelling and warm-hearted mystery series. The first season focuses on a single case but also explores the characters' personal struggles, promising a potentially long-running series.
Duck Detective: The Secret Salami, a short detective adventure game, is set to launch for Switch and PC via Steam on May 23. Players take on the role of a down-on-his-luck duck detective, using powers of deduction to solve a sinister sausage-based conspiracy in a cozy mystery game that combines elements of Aggretsuko and Return of the Obra Dinn. The game features interviews with suspects, filling in blanks, and a 90-minute casual mystery experience.
Colin Farrell stars as private investigator John Sugar in Apple TV+'s new detective series "Sugar," offering a refreshing take on the classic detective genre with a character who embodies decency and chivalry. Set in Los Angeles, the show follows Sugar's quest to find a missing girl while navigating the world of Hollywood high life. Farrell's performance exudes restrained tenderness, portraying Sugar as a genuinely good man in a world filled with flawed characters, making "Sugar" a compelling antidote to the typical antihero dramas of premium cable TV.
NYPD Officer Jonathan Diller, who was killed during a routine traffic stop, was posthumously promoted to detective at his funeral service. His widow, Stephanie, eulogized him as a hero and called for change within the criminal justice system. Thousands of officers attended the service, including Mayor Eric Adams, praising Diller's bravery. The suspect, Guy Rivera, who has 21 prior arrests, remains held without bail on charges related to the shooting.
The weirdo detective trope is making a comeback on TV, with characters like Adrian Monk, Charlie Cale, and Detective Danner joining the ranks. Elsbeth Tascioni, known from "The Good Wife" and "The Good Fight," is now the star of her own show on CBS, where she plays a Columbo-type detective in New York City. The show aims to provide a sly commentary on police procedures and features a larger serial plot. However, some fans find the portrayal of Elsbeth in this new role to be a departure from her original character, raising questions about the potential for satisfying wins in the new series.
Tony Shalhoub discusses the darker tone of "Mr. Monk's Last Case," the new movie based on the TV series "Monk." Shalhoub explains that the challenge was to balance the darkness with the comedic elements while treading new ground. He also shares his thoughts on the surprising ending and the possibility of returning to the role in the future.
Tony Shalhoub returns as the beloved obsessive-compulsive detective Adrian Monk in "Mr. Monk's Last Case: A Monk Movie." The pandemic made Monk's phobias relatable to everyone, leading to a reunion of the original cast. Monk, no longer detecting and feeling lonely, is reevaluating his life and career. Shalhoub believes Monk's flaws and insecurities make him relatable and suspects there may be more Monk stories in the future.
In a locked-room mystery, a detective investigates the death of a scientist in a windowless lab. The victim's body is missing facial features, but the detective finds a notepad with drawings and equations related to a time crystal. As the investigation unfolds, the detective discovers that the killer is his own junior detective, who reveals himself as a spy protecting the time crystal. A deadly confrontation ensues, resulting in the detective's demise. The story explores the unsettling implications of a steady-state equilibrium of life and death.
The European Space Agency (ESA) has released the first stunning images from Euclid, its "dark universe detective" mission. Euclid aims to study the mysterious dark matter and dark energy that make up the majority of the universe. The images showcase the capabilities of Euclid's instruments, which will help scientists better understand the nature of these elusive cosmic phenomena.
Tony Shalhoub returns as detective Adrian Monk in the first trailer for Peacock's "Mr. Monk's Last Case: A Monk Movie." Set in a post-COVID world, Monk comes out of retirement to solve one final murder case involving his step-daughter. The returning cast includes Ted Levine, Traylor Howard, Jason Gray-Stanford, Melora Hardin, and Hector Elizondo, with newcomers Caitlin McGee and James Purefoy. The film aims to be a powerful, emotional, funny, and heartwarming story that reflects the changing world. "Mr. Monk's Last Case" streams on Peacock on December 8th.