Shows similar to The Long Shadow

True Detective's anthology format brings a new, gritty storyline each season with a heavy emphasis on the philosophical and psychological struggles of the investigators. Fans of The Long Shadow will find the complex narratives and the dark, brooding ambiance particularly compelling.

Based on the novels by Ann Cleeves, Shetland features DI Jimmy Perez as he solves crimes in the remote Scotland archipelago. Its compelling storylines and emphasis on the interplay between characters and setting will attract viewers who enjoy the intensity of The Long Shadow.

Mare of Easttown stars Kate Winslet as a small-town Pennsylvania detective investigating a murder while her life crumbles around her. Viewers who favored The Long Shadow for its tightly knit community drama entwined with a criminal investigation will find a similar brew in this series.