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In 2004, a double murder in the peaceful Swedish town of Linköping shocked the local community. The victims, a 56-year-old woman and an 8-year-old boy, were brutally murdered after the investigation came to a conclusion.

16 years questions who? and why haunts families and the whole community. It is thanks to the intervention of a passionate genealogist that the case finally comes to a conclusion: scientific fate allows the case to be solved.

Crime at the Root follows the journey of an unlikely duo: a hardened cop and a determined genealogist who come together to track down an elusive killer. But beyond the suspense, the series sensitively explores the profound impact unsolved crimes have on society as a whole.

A Swedish thriller that shakes the codes

Following the Scandinavian noir genre, The Crime at the Root combines vigilantism with a certain emotional intensity. The series is based on a realistic setting and an icy atmosphere typical of Scandinavian dramas. Unlike traditional crime-oriented thrillers, the focus here is on the victims and their loved ones.

Far from spectacular action scenes, the story focuses on the evolution of the main characters. Matias Nordqvist and Peter Eggers, as the genealogist and the police officer respectively, give nuanced and powerful performances, bringing complex and endearing characters to life.

Scientific revolution at the center of inquiry

What sets Crime at the Roots apart is its use of genealogy to solve criminal cases. Inspired by real news and the dedicated book by Anna Bodin and Peter Sjölund, the series highlights a method that is still little known in Europe. Using DNA databases and careful genealogical research, research succeeds where all traditional approaches have failed.

This scientific approach, combined with effective writing, gives the series a unique dimension. It also questions the boundaries between privacy and justice, a debate that is more relevant than ever in the digital age.

Short and efficient format

Consisting of four episodes of approximately 40 minutes each, the series can be watched in one go like a feature film. This brevity, rare in detective series, enhances the intensity of the story. Each scene is designed to move the story forward without unnecessary detours.

Released in early January 2025, The Crime at the Roots has already established itself as a Netflix must-see. With a mix of realism and humanity, this mini-series, between thriller and social drama, continues to attract subscribers.