The Killing (2011)
Kernel Score: 89% · 843 ratings
Genres: Drama, Crime, Mystery
First aired: 2011-04-03
Seasons: 4 · 44 episodes
Where to watch The Killing
- Stream: Hulu, Philo, AMC+, Acorn TV, Spectrum On Demand, Acorn TV Apple TV channel
- Free with ads: Tubi
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, Fandango At Home
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
The Killing is an American crime drama television series based upon the Danish television series Forbrydelsen. Set in Seattle, Washington, the series follows the various murder investigations by homicide detectives Sarah Linden and Stephen Holder.
The Killing parents' guide: ages 12+
Parents need to know that The Killing is a TV-MA crime drama centered on a child murder investigation with dark, mature themes.
- Violence & scariness: Moderate — TV-MA crime drama built around a child murder investigation and its dark aftermath.
- Drinking, drugs & smoking: Some — Keywords list drugs as part of the investigative storyline.
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
- Mireille Enos as Sarah Linden
- Joel Kinnaman as Stephen Holder
- Gregg Henry as Carl Reddick
- Joan Allen as Margaret O'Neal
- Sterling Beaumon as Lincoln Knopf
- Levi Meaden as AJ Fielding
- Morten Hauch-Fausbøll as Jarl Frevert
- Rowan Longworth as Adrian Seward
The Killing FAQ
Is The Killing good?
The Killing has an 89% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 843 audience ratings.
Where can I watch The Killing?
In the US you can stream The Killing on Hulu, Philo, AMC+, Acorn TV, Spectrum On Demand and Acorn TV Apple TV channel, watch it free with ads on Tubi and buy it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and Fandango At Home.
Is The Killing OK for kids?
The Killing is rated TV-MA. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 12+. Parents need to know that The Killing is a TV-MA crime drama centered on a child murder investigation with dark, mature themes.
What shows are like The Killing?
If you liked The Killing, try Bosch, Mare of Easttown, Agatha Christie's Marple and Cold Case.