Broadchurch (2013)

Kernel Score: 90% · 947 ratings

Genres: Crime, Drama, Mystery

First aired: 2013-03-04

Seasons: 3 · 24 episodes

Where to watch Broadchurch

US availability, updated 2026-10-22.

Overview

The murder of a young boy in a small coastal town brings a media frenzy, which threatens to tear the community apart.

Broadchurch parents' guide: ages 15+

Parents need to know that Broadchurch is a TV-MA crime drama centered on the murder investigation of a child.

  • Violence & scariness: Moderate — Centers on the murder of a young boy, with grief and disturbing investigative details throughout.

Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official TV-MA rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.

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Cast

  • David Tennant as DI Alec Hardy
  • Olivia Colman as DS Ellie Miller
  • Julie Hesmondhalgh as Trish Winterman
  • Mark Bazeley as Jim Atwood
  • Lenny Henry as Ed Burnett
  • Sebastian Armesto as Clive Lucas
  • Georgina Campbell as DC Katie Harford
  • Sarah Parish as Cath Atwood
  • Jodie Whittaker as Beth Latimer
  • Andrew Buchan as Mark Latimer

Broadchurch FAQ

Is Broadchurch good?

Broadchurch has a 90% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 947 audience ratings.

Where can I watch Broadchurch?

In the US you can stream Broadchurch on Netflix, Peacock, PBS, Thirteen and WETA+, watch it free with ads on Hoopla, The Roku Channel, Pluto TV, Plex and Xumo Play and buy it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and Fandango At Home.

Is Broadchurch OK for kids?

Broadchurch is rated TV-MA. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that Broadchurch is a TV-MA crime drama centered on the murder investigation of a child.

What shows are like Broadchurch?

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