Netflix's Department Q viewers need to watch ‘mind-blowing' series that inspired it
Many of us have spent the last few days binge-watching Netflix 's new series Department Q and are already looking for our next fix. However, fans of the show are being urged to head over to Prime Video to watch the original series that inspired it.
In the hit show Department Q, Matthew Goode plays the brilliant but self-absorbed detective Carl Morck, who is tasked with cracking cold cases in a grimy basement office to boost the reputation of the Edinburgh Police.
However, upstairs in the office a shooting takes place which kills a new officer and leaves Carl's partner paralysed.
The nine-part series has been raved about by Netflix subscribers since its release last week. However, fans may be shocked to discover that the show is not entirely original.
The show was inspired by a series of 10 Danish Nordic crime novels known as Afdeling Q penned by author Jussi Adler-Olsen. These were subsequently transformed into an ongoing film series, kicking off in 2013 with four more instalments yet to be released.
Fans of the Scottish adaptation by Scott Frank and Chandni Lakhani will be delighted to know that the first three entries in the original series, The Keeper of Lost Causes, The Absent One and A Conspiracy of Faith, are currently available to stream on Viaplay UK via Amazon Prime.
There are many rave reviews of the first film which thriller enthusiasts insist is well worth a watch.
A Google reviewer couldn't hold back their enthusiasm, declaring: "Please watch this series. It is mind-blowing to see how much engaging the story is. Definitely a better one. I'll give it 9/10."
Echoing the praise, another fan gushed: "One of the most suspenseful movies I have seen recently. The characters are flawless, real and gutsy."
A further review emphasised the movie's power to captivate, saying: "The concept of the movie is gripping and keeps you glued until the very end of the movie. Danish suspense/murder mystery movies must get more traction worldwide.
"This was one of those movies which has almost all elements, stellar acting, magnificent story, excellent editing, great screenplay and direction."
Rounding off the glowing testimonials, a final viewer extolled: "One of the best crime thrillers ever made. You'll never be disappointed watching this."
Netflix haven't revealed yet if there will be a sequel to Department Q, but fans are encouraged not to miss out on what could be the ultimate binge-worthy experience.
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