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Daily Mirror
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Department Q has 'glaring mistake' that's left viewers 'really bugged'
The Netflix series has been a huge hit since it landed on the streaming service at the end of last month. However, it's not all been positive reviews for the show Some viewers have been left in uproar over Netflix's new detective series Department Q. The show, which was shot on location in Edinburgh and East Lothian, premiered on the streaming service on May 29. It has quickly become a hot topic among, but not always for positive reasons. Residents of the Scottish capital have taken particular issue with an error in the series. Throughout the episodes, there is mention of 'Leith Park', a place that many argue simply doesn't exist in the city. This reference to Leith Park has sparked annoyance among viewers familiar with the area. The production team did film at various locations around Edinburgh, including Leith Links and the Calders. It seems producers may have opted to swap 'links' for 'park' to better resonate with an international audience, as the term 'links' is typically Scottish and might confuse those from further afield, reports Edinburgh Live. Despite the probable reasoning behind the change, Edinburgh residents haven't hesitated to voice their irritation. On X, one viewer said: "Watched the first episode, looks good." But they added: "It really bugged me when they kept saying Leith Park - which one Keddie, Vici or what it probably is the Links. Irrational but bugged me." Another viewer said: "Just finished episode one and thoroughly enjoyed it (except for the references to Leith Park which made my ears bleed)." And a third simply said: "Leith Park really annoyed me!" Edinburgh comedian Jo Caulfield shared a humorous insight into her husband's reactions while watching the hit series, set in their hometown. She tweeted: "Watching Dept Q (set in Edinburgh and Leith) with husband. "HUSBAND: 'That bus doesn't go to Leith. And that street don't lead to the city council building.' ME: 'Shhhhh.' HUSBAND: 'And that bar is nowhere near that church.'" The filming of the series took over various Edinburgh locations last spring, including the West End, Portobello and FirstStage Studios in Leith. The cast boasts talents like Matthew Goode, Chloe Pirrie, Kelly Macdonald, Alexej Manvelov, Shirley Henderson, Kate Dickie, among others. Department Q made its Netflix debut on Thursday, May 29, quickly climbing to the top spot in the streaming service's TV section. Variety praised the show as a "riveting watch", saying: ""Dept Q is deeply intense and complex." They noted the series' dark neo-noir elements and compelling characters as standout features. Entertainment Weekly lauded Matthew Goode's performance as "grumpy perfection", adding: "The mystery comes to a satisfying - if a bit convoluted - conclusion, and Frank certainly leaves things open for more grim (and grimly funny) adventures with his Dept Q misfits down the line." Dept. Q is available to stream on Netflix.
Daily Record
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Netflix viewers bugged by 'glaring mistake' in hit show set in Edinburgh
Edinburgh locals have been left annoyed after sitting down to watch Netflix's Department , which was filmed across the capital Edinburgh residents have been left less than impressed after tuning into Netflix's new detective series Department Q. The show, which was shot in the heart of Edinburgh and East Lothian, premiered on May 29 and has quickly become a hot topic among locals. The bone of contention for many Edinburgh natives is the series' reference to a fictional location known as Leith Park, which they insist doesn't exist. Despite being filmed at various real locations such as Leith Links and the Calders, the show's creators opted to rename a well-known spot, much to the annoyance of local viewers. The switch from 'links' to 'park' was likely made to cater to an international audience unfamiliar with Scottish terminology for open spaces, reports Edinburgh Live. Edinburgh residents haven't shied away from voicing their irritation online. One viewer expressed on X: "Watched the first episode, looks good." However, they added: "It really bugged me when they kept saying Leith Park - which one Keddie, Vici or what it probably is the Links. Irrational but bugged me." Another said: "Just finished episode one and thoroughly enjoyed it (except for the references to Leith Park which made my ears bleed)." And another said: "Leith Park really annoyed me!" Edinburgh comedian Jo Caulfield shared other aspects of the show that bothered her husband while watching the hit series set in their home city. She tweeted: "Watching Dept Q (set in Edinburgh and Leith) with husband. "HUSBAND: 'That bus doesn't go to Leith. And that street don't lead to the city council building.' ME: 'Shhhhh.' HUSBAND: 'And that bar is nowhere near that church.'" The filming of the series took place in spring last year, with production taking over various locations including the West End, Portobello, and FirstStage Studios in Leith. Starring Matthew Goode, Chloe Pirrie, Kelly Macdonald, Alexej Manvelov, Shirley Henderson, Kate Dickie among other notable actors, the show has garnered significant attention. After its release on Netflix on Thursday, May 29, Department Q quickly climbed to the top spot in the streaming platform's TV section. Variety praised the show as a "riveting watch", saying: ""Dept Q is deeply intense and complex." "Dark with neo-noir elements, the series' central mysteries are riveting, but its characters make it a standout." Entertainment Weekly lauded lead actor Matthew Goode's performance as "grumpy perfection", adding: "The mystery comes to a satisfying - if a bit convoluted - conclusion, and Frank certainly leaves things open for more grim (and grimly funny) adventures with his Dept Q misfits down the line."
Edinburgh Live
02-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Live
Edinburgh locals 'really bugged' by 'glaring mistake' on hit Netflix series
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Edinburgh locals have been left with 'bleeding ears' after sitting down to watch Netflix's latest detective series. Department Q, which was filmed right here in the capital and in East Lothian, hit streaming on May 29. It's since become a topic of conversation - and not always for the right reasons. Many viewers who live in, or know, Edinburgh have been 'really bugged' by one big aspect of the show. Throughout the series, one spot in the city is referenced - which many argue doesn't actually exist. The characters talk of Leith Park, which has left locals 'really annoyed'. Cast and crew filmed at spots across the city, including Leith Links and the Calders. It's likely that the decision was made to change links to park, to make sense for a global audience. The term links, in reference to a park or green space, is Scottish - and wouldn't make much sense to viewers other parts of the world. However, that hasn't stopped residents from pointing out the change. Posting to X, one viewer said: "Watched the first episode, looks good. "It really bugged me when they kept saying Leith Park - which one Keddie, Vici or what it probably is the Links. Irrational but bugged me." Sign up for Edinburgh Live newsletters for more headlines straight to your inbox A second post added: "Just finished episode one and thoroughly enjoyed it (except for the references to Leith Park which made my ears bleed)." A third said: "Leith Park really annoyed me!" Edinburgh Comedian Jo Caulfield also highlighted other issues that bothered her husband when viewing the hit series. She posted to X: "Watching Dept Q (set in Edinburgh & Leith) with husband. "HUSBAND: 'That bus doesn't go to Leith. And that street don't lead to the city council building.' ME: 'Shhhhh.' HUSBAND: 'And that bar is nowhere near that church.'" Filming for the series took place in Spring last year. Production took over locations including spots in the West End, down at Portobello and at FirstStage Studios in Leith. Join Edinburgh Live's Whatsapp Community here and get the latest news sent straight to your messages. It stars Matthew Goode, Chloe Pirrie, Kelly Macdonald, Alexej Manvelov, Shirley Henderson, Kate Dickie and several other big names. Department Q hit Netflix on Thursday, May 29. It quickly rose to number one position on the streaming platforms TV section. Variety branded it a 'riveting watch', adding: "'Dept Q is deeply intense and complex." "Dark with neo-noir elements, the series' central mysteries are riveting, but its characters make it a standout." Entertainment Weekly described lead actor Matthew Goode as 'grumpy perfection'. They continued: "The mystery comes to a satisfying — if a bit convoluted — conclusion, and Frank certainly leaves things open for more grim (and grimly funny) adventures with his Dept Q misfits down the line."
