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The Killing (2007)

3 seasons 40 episodes 60 min Crime, Drama and Mystery

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The Killing is a Danish police procedural set in the Copenhagen main police department and revolves around Detective Inspector Sarah Lund and her team, with each season series following a different murder case day-by-day and a one-hour episode covering twenty-four hours of the investigation. The series is noted for its plot twists, season-long storylines, dark tone and for giving equal emphasis to the story of the murdered victim's family alongside the police investigation. It has also been singled out for the photography of its Danish setting, and for the acting ability of its cast.

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What is The Killing about?

The Killing: The Killing is a Danish police procedural set in the Copenhagen main police department and revolves around Detective Inspector Sarah Lund and her team, with each season series following a different murder case day-by-day and a one-hour episode covering twenty-four hours of the investigation. The series is noted for it…

How many seasons does The Killing have?

The Killing has 3 seasons, with 40 episodes in total.

Is The Killing still running?

The Killing has ended in 2012.

How long is each episode of The Killing?

Each episode of The Killing runs about 60 minutes.

Who stars in The Killing?

The cast of The Killing includes Sofie Gråbøl, Søren Malling, Lars Mikkelsen, Marie Askehave and Bjarne Henriksen.

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