True crime drama fans 'binge-watched in one sitting' hits BBC iPlayer for free - after being hailed as 'wonderfully authentic and unpretentious'
A true crime drama fans have 'binge-watched in one sitting' has hit BBC iPlayer and can now be watched for free.
The four-part series, titled The Black Forest Murders, was recently acquired by the broadcaster.
Based on the non-fiction book SOKO Erle by Walter Roth, the German show takes inspiration from the criminal cases of two murdered women in southern Germany.
The fictional series stars Nina Kunzendorf as Senior Detective Barbara Kramer and Tilman Strauß as Thomas Riedle, amongst others.
A synopsis reads: 'The clock is ticking... When a woman is bludgeoned to death, detectives face mounting pressure to crack the case and catch a killer.
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'Intense crime drama inspired by real-life cases.'
BBC boss Sue Deeks previously said: 'The Black Forest Murders is an authentic and compelling crime series focusing on the work of a meticulous investigative team.
'As well as being a gripping murder mystery, the series offers a detailed look at the challenges of solving complex crimes, and the psychological toll on those involved in such high-stakes investigations.'
The series has become a hit with viewers and one wrote on Google: 'I watched the entire series in one sitting and thought it was excellent.
'The meticulous investigation was amazing. Nina Kunzendorf was at her best as a fair and likeable boss in a strong team.
'Unfortunately, the translation often came across poorly, as several actors spoke in dialect. But thank goodness there's subtitles in the media library. It's sad, but you can help yourself.'
Another added: 'I found this four-part series extremely good. It was exciting, with good dialogue, some of which was mumbled—it was due to the dialect - and a very good portrayal of a real series of murders.
'The actors did a very good job, especially Ms. Kramer, who acted convincingly. It was a glimpse behind the scenes of a special investigation unit. I'd be happy if there were more short series.'
The four-part series has become a hit with viewers and some took to Google to leave reviews of the show
Someone else penned: 'We liked the series so much that we watched all the episodes right away. And it never got boring.
'This crime thriller was free of staged chases and unnecessary action—just good, real police work. Good actors, though difficult to understand at times. The sound was the only downside to this strong crime thriller.'
But not everyone has been impressed and one viewer penned: 'I watched three episodes and waited with suspense for the investigation to reach its climax.
'Then, in the fourth episode, I was completely disappointed... A completely unknown perpetrator, who was never even considered before and never appeared, just some truck driver, completely anonymous to the viewer!
'That was the end! What a waste of time, very flat and... why is everyone smoking all the time, apart from that dialect! No suspense!'
Another drama hit BBC iPlayer recently and viewers broke down in tears after all instalments of a 'masterpiece' family drama were finally loaded onto the streaming platform.
The Last Anniversary, which hit the on-demand platform on Saturday, follows journalist Sophie (Teresa Palmer) after she inherits her ex-boyfriend's great-aunt's house on the remote, fictional Scribbly Gum Island.
As she settles in, she also attempts to solve a 50-year-old local cold case that has haunted the island - and drawn in true crime tourists - for years.
But not everyone has been impressed and one viewer penned their take on Google reviews too
The Australian six-part comedy-drama, first released down under in March, is based on the 2005 novel of the same name by Liane Moriarty, the author behind Big Little Lies and Nine Perfect Strangers.
Alongside lead Teresa (The Fall Guy), it also stars Oscar-nominated British actress Miranda Richardson (Good Omens) and Australian actress Danielle Macdonald (The Tourist).
Co-produced by Nicole Kidman and Liane herself, among others, it has impressed critics and viewers alike, whose reviews and comments online sing their praises for the high-quality show.
Stream The Black Forest Murders on BBC iPlayer.
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