Netflix is set to enrich its May lineup with a gripping new crime drama titled Dept. Q. What makes this series particularly exciting is the involvement of Scott Frank, a two-time Oscar nominee known for his work on Out of Sight and Logan, and the mastermind behind the acclaimed series The Queen’s Gambit. With such a notable name at the helm, expectations are running high for this latest offering.
Scheduled to premiere on May 29, Dept. Q has already begun to make waves following the release of its first official trailer. The trailer showcases a moody, suspenseful tone and a character-driven narrative, piquing the interest of mystery and crime enthusiasts around the world.
Set in Edinburgh, the series centers on Detective Carl Morck—an intelligent yet cynical investigator who doesn’t quite fit in with his colleagues. Assigned to the basement-level Department Q, a forgotten division dealing with cold cases deemed unsolvable, Morck initially sees his reassignment as a punishment. However, he soon begins to build his own team and realizes the potential to bring justice to victims long ignored.
Dept. Q is adapted from the bestselling novels of Danish crime writer Jussi Adler-Olsen. The series aims to remain faithful to the source material, offering rich character development, a dark yet immersive atmosphere, and intricate case-solving narratives. Each episode will follow Morck and his team as they delve into unresolved mysteries, uncovering long-buried secrets along the way.