Als je fan bent van de rauwe en intense thriller 'Narc' uit 2002, dan ben je hier aan het juiste adres. In dit artikel ontdek je 10 films en series die dezelfde donkere sfeer, complexe personages en meeslepende verhaallijnen bieden. Of je nu op zoek bent naar meer politiedrama's of psychologische spanning, deze lijst heeft iets voor jou.

The Shield (2002)
Beschreibung: Features a morally ambiguous protagonist in law enforcement, blurring the lines between right and wrong in a corrupt system.
Fakt: The show was one of the first to use handheld cameras extensively, giving it a raw and immediate feel.


The Wire (2002)
Beschreibung: Explores the gritty underbelly of urban life, focusing on crime, law enforcement, and systemic corruption with a realistic and unflinching approach.
Fakt: The show was praised for its accurate depiction of Baltimore's drug scene, with many real-life figures from the city consulting on the series.


Dexter (2006)
Beschreibung: Follows a protagonist with a double life, balancing a facade of normalcy with a hidden, violent persona, exploring themes of justice and morality.
Fakt: The show's opening credits sequence, featuring Dexter's morning routine, became iconic for its meticulous attention to detail.


Breaking Bad (2008)
Beschreibung: Delves into the moral decay of a protagonist who becomes entangled in the criminal underworld, showcasing intense character development and high-stakes drama.
Fakt: The show's iconic pink teddy bear was inspired by a real-life incident involving a drug-related plane crash.


Boardwalk Empire (2010)
Beschreibung: Set during Prohibition, it explores the rise of organized crime, political corruption, and the interplay between law enforcement and criminals.
Fakt: The show's set designers recreated 1920s Atlantic City with painstaking accuracy, using historical photographs as references.


Sons of Anarchy (2008)
Beschreibung: Centers on a tight-knit group involved in illegal activities, exploring themes of loyalty, power, and betrayal within a criminal organization.
Fakt: The show's creator, Kurt Sutter, made frequent cameos as a member of a rival motorcycle gang.


Justified (2010)
Beschreibung: Focuses on a lawman with a flexible moral code, navigating the blurred lines between justice and vengeance in a rural setting.
Fakt: The show is based on a short story by Elmore Leonard, who was heavily involved in its development before his death.


True Detective (2014)
Beschreibung: A dark, atmospheric crime drama that delves into the psychological toll of investigating heinous crimes, with a focus on complex characters.
Fakt: Each season features a completely new cast and storyline, making it an anthology series.


Peaky Blinders (2013)
Beschreibung: Follows a charismatic but dangerous leader of a criminal family, set against a backdrop of post-war societal upheaval and violence.
Fakt: The name 'Peaky Blinders' comes from the gang's practice of sewing razor blades into the peaks of their caps.


Fargo (2014)
Beschreibung: Blends crime, dark humor, and small-town settings, with a focus on ordinary people caught in extraordinary criminal circumstances.
Fakt: The show is inspired by the Coen Brothers' film of the same name but features entirely original stories.
