The Crow Girl, a detective series hailed as a "masterpiece" by viewers, begins airing on Channel 5 this week. Adapted from Erik Axl Sund's bestselling novel, the show originally premiered on Paramount+ in January 2025 but is now making its broadcast debut on Channel 5.
Star-Studded Cast
The drama features a stellar cast including Welsh actors Eve Myles, who leads as DCI Jeanette Kilburn, and Charles Dale, alongside Coronation Street's Katherine Kelly and Dougray Scott. The series was filmed in Bristol.
Plot Synopsis
According to the official synopsis: "When the bodies of unidentified young men start to show up around Bristol, beaten and full of the anaesthetic Lidocaine, police face mounting pressure and little evidence as they hunt the killer. As more bodies surface - including a child missing for over 10 years - the killer edges closer to home, starting a race against time to untangle a web of secrets."
Critical Acclaim
The series received high praise from viewers on Paramount+. One IMDb reviewer wrote: "Dark, unpredictable and absolutely gripping. The Crow Girl is a murder mystery series that masterfully blends grim themes with sharp, intelligent writing. ... Equal parts chilling and captivating, Crow Girl is a must-watch for fans of atmospheric crime dramas. Couldn't recommend it more." Another viewer called it a "masterpiece" and added: "Great cast, great swirling plot, superb blend of contemporary issues and man's inhumanity to man!"
Broadcast Details
Season one will air on Channel 5 from Monday, July 20 at 9pm. In an unusual scheduling move, Channel 5 (owned by Paramount) will air season one concurrently with the start of season two on Paramount+.
