Murdoch Mysteries (2008)
Kernel Score: 85% · 280 ratings
Genres: Mystery, Drama
First aired: 2008-01-24
Seasons: 19 · 325 episodes
Where to watch Murdoch Mysteries
- Stream: Hulu, Fubo, Philo, YouTube TV, Acorn TV, Spectrum On Demand
- Free with ads: Hoopla, The Roku Channel, Plex, Tubi
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, Fandango At Home
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
A Victorian-era Toronto detective uses then-cutting edge forensic techniques to solve crimes, with the assistance of a female coroner who is also struggling for recognition in the face of tradition, based on the books by Maureen Jennings.
Murdoch Mysteries parents' guide: ages 8+
Parents need to know that Murdoch Mysteries is a period detective procedural, though later seasons reportedly lean into ideological messaging per viewer reviews.
- Violence & scariness: Some — A Victorian-era police procedural involving crime-solving and mild period violence, rated TV-PG.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official TV-PG rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Cast
- Yannick Bisson as Detective William Murdoch
- Helene Joy as Dr. Julia Ogden
- Thomas Craig as Chief Constable Thomas Brackenreid
- Jonny Harris as Constable George Crabtree
- Lachlan Murdoch as Constable Henry Higgins
- Shanice Banton as Violet Hart
Murdoch Mysteries FAQ
Is Murdoch Mysteries good?
Murdoch Mysteries has an 85% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 280 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Murdoch Mysteries?
In the US you can stream Murdoch Mysteries on Hulu, Fubo, Philo, YouTube TV, Acorn TV and Spectrum On Demand, watch it free with ads on Hoopla, The Roku Channel, Plex and Tubi and buy it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and Fandango At Home.
Is Murdoch Mysteries OK for kids?
Murdoch Mysteries is rated TV-PG. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 8+. Parents need to know that Murdoch Mysteries is a period detective procedural, though later seasons reportedly lean into ideological messaging per viewer reviews.
What shows are like Murdoch Mysteries?
If you liked Murdoch Mysteries, try Rookie Blue, Agatha Christie's Poirot, Anne with an E and The Nevers.