Murdoch Mysteries (2008)
Murdoch Mysteries is streaming in Australia on AcornTV Amazon Channel, AMC+ Amazon Channel, Acorn TV Apple TV channel.
The verdict
Murdoch Mysteries has pulled the kind of numbers most English series never see. It holds a 7.7/10 on TMDB from 304 ratings, well above the typical run of new releases. Episodes run about 60 minutes. In Australia you can stream it on AcornTV Amazon Channel, AMC+ Amazon Channel, Acorn TV Apple TV channel.
Is it worth starting?
This is 20 seasons deep — English mystery, leaning drama. There's a lot of it, which is either the appeal or the problem depending on your week.
- Why
- Currently 7.7/10 from 304 ratings, which is a good sign this early.
- Skip if
- a backlog this size is the opposite of what you're after
- Best for
- A proper binge, once you've got the weeks for it
Story
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.
Good to know
| Runtime | ~60 min per episode |
| Watch with family? | M · Older kids & up |
| Genre | Mystery / Drama |
| Language | English |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Maureen Jennings
Cast
Where to watch in Australia
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 26 Sept 2026 — platforms may change over time.
Trailer
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