Ben je fan van 'Ray Donovan' (2013) en op zoek naar soortgelijke series of films? Dit artikel biedt 10 titels die dezelfde mix van drama, spanning en complexe personages bieden. Of je nu houdt van de rauwe emoties of de onderwereldverhalen, hier vind je gegarandeerd iets naar je smaak.

The Sopranos (1999)
Beschreibung: A complex exploration of family dynamics and criminal underworld, blending dark humor with intense drama.
Fakt: The show was initially pitched as a movie about a mobster in therapy, but was later developed into a series.


The Shield (2002)
Beschreibung: A raw and unfiltered look at police corruption and moral dilemmas, with a focus on antiheroes.
Fakt: The show was one of the first to use handheld cameras extensively, giving it a documentary-like feel.


The Wire (2002)
Beschreibung: A gritty, realistic portrayal of crime and corruption, with deep character development and societal commentary.
Fakt: Many of the actors were non-professionals, including real-life police officers and drug dealers.


Dexter (2006)
Beschreibung: Centers on a protagonist with a dual life, balancing personal relationships with a dark secret.
Fakt: The show's famous opening sequence, featuring Dexter's morning routine, was inspired by a real-life serial killer's meticulous habits.


Breaking Bad (2008)
Beschreibung: Focuses on a protagonist navigating moral ambiguity and criminal activities while trying to protect his family.
Fakt: The iconic pink teddy bear seen in several episodes was inspired by a real-life event involving a plane crash.


Boardwalk Empire (2010)
Beschreibung: Set in the Prohibition era, it delves into organized crime, political corruption, and personal struggles.
Fakt: The show's pilot was the most expensive in HBO's history at the time, costing around $18 million.


Sons of Anarchy (2008)
Beschreibung: Explores themes of loyalty, violence, and family within a motorcycle club, with intense action and emotional depth.
Fakt: The show's creator originally envisioned it as a modern-day retelling of Shakespeare's 'Hamlet.'


Justified (2010)
Beschreibung: Features a charismatic yet flawed protagonist navigating the line between law enforcement and criminality.
Fakt: The show's dialogue was heavily influenced by Elmore Leonard's writing style, known for its sharp wit and realism.


The Americans (2013)
Beschreibung: A tense drama about espionage and family, with protagonists leading double lives and facing moral conflicts.
Fakt: The show's creators consulted former KGB agents to ensure the authenticity of the spy techniques depicted.


Peaky Blinders (2013)
Beschreibung: A stylish and violent drama about a crime family, with strong themes of power, revenge, and loyalty.
Fakt: The title refers to the gang's practice of sewing razor blades into the peaks of their caps for use as weapons.
