TV Shows Similar to Law & Order (1990–2026)
Bones
Crime, Drama
A Muslim ambassador is unexpectedly caught with a band of Vikings, notorious for their fierce reputation. Initially repulsed by their customs, he discovers a surprising admiration for their strength and loyalty as…
8.2
7.8
Better Call Saul
Crime, Drama
"Better Call Saul" explores the origins of Jimmy McGill, a determined man struggling to find his place while facing financial hardship. Six years before "Breaking Bad," this prequel follows Jimmy's path to…
8.7
9.0
Murder in the First
Mystery, Drama, Crime
"Murder in the First" follows Detective Terry English and his sharp partner, Hildy Mulligan, as they investigate a string of difficult murders in San Francisco. This intense police drama explores their determined…
5.8
7.3
Caliphate
War & Politics, Drama
"Kalifat" follows Fatima, an agent who intercepts information about a planned terrorist attack in Sweden, launching her into a desperate race against time. At the same time, a Stockholm teenager named Sulle…
7.3
8.2
Criminal: UK
Crime, Drama
Inside a stark interrogation room, London's top investigators confront criminals accused of terrible crimes. The atmosphere crackles with tension as detectives systematically question suspects in a psychological battle of wits. The film…
7.2
7.7
The Bill
Crime, Drama
Sun Hill Police Station is the center of a gripping, realistic drama set against the backdrop of London. The show follows dedicated officers as they battle a wide spectrum of crimes, from…
6.7
6.7
Lynley
Drama, Crime, Mystery
Tommy Lynley is a gifted detective, but his privileged background makes him an odd fit for the police. He’s partnered with Barbara Havers, a sergeant who doesn't play by the rules and…
5.8
7.0
The Murder Tapes
Crime, Documentary
This series uses raw, real video – including bodycam footage from the crime scene, surveillance videos, and interrogation recordings – to give viewers an unprecedented, close-up look at how homicide investigations play…
8.1
7.8
Matlock
Crime, Drama
Thrifty, folksy, and cantankerous, Matlock charges a premium but is worth every penny: This renowned attorney, always in his trademark light-gray suit and driving his signature Ford Crown Victoria, possesses an uncanny…
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