10 Must-watch British crime dramas on streaming that will keep you on the edge of your seat!

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The Serpent (2021)

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Bodyguard (2018)

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Top Boy (2011-)

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Criminal: UK (2019-)

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Killing Eve (2018-22)

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You Don't Know Me (2021)

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Luther (2010-19)

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Line of Duty (2012-21)

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Sherlock (2010-17)

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Peaky Blinders (2013-22)

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10 Must-watch British crime dramas on streaming that will keep you on the edge of your seat!

The Serpent (2021)

Based on shocking real events, ruthless killer Charles Sobhraj preys on travellers Streaming on Netflix

Bodyguard (2018)

After helping stop a terrorist attack, a war veteran is assigned to protect a politician Streaming on Netflix

Top Boy (2011-)

Two veteran drug dealers return to the streets of London, but their pursuit of money and power is contested by a young hustler Streaming on Netflix

Criminal: UK (2019-)

London investigators question suspects accused of vicious crimes until the truth comes to light Streaming on Netflix

Killing Eve (2018-22)

After being recruited by an intelligence agency Eve finds herself in the direct path of Villanelle, an assassin Streaming on Prime Video

You Don't Know Me (2021)

A man on trial for murder utilises his closing argument to recount his love affair with a mysterious woman Streaming on Netflix

Luther (2010-19)

A passionate detective befriends a psychopath and murderer, whom he could not arrest due to lack of evidence Streaming on Netflix

Line of Duty (2012-21)

Due to his refusal to participate in a cover-up, DS Steve Arnott joins a special and controversial unit Streaming on Netflix

Sherlock (2010-17)

Dr Watson, a former army doctor shares a flat with Sherlock Holmes, an eccentric individual with a skill for solving crimes Streaming on Prime Video

Peaky Blinders (2013-22)

An infamous gang in early 20th century Birmingham, England, is led by the ruthless Tommy Shelby, a crime boss Streaming on Netflix

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