The Killing

About The Killing

The Killing is an American crime drama television series that premiered on AMC on April 3, 2011. Inspired by the Danish television series Forbrydelsen (The Crime), the series unfolds over a single murder case — the murder of local Seattle teenager Rosie Larsen, unfolding across two seasons. Each day in the investigation revealed new secrets and suspects. The suspenseful series was regularly punctuated by cliffhangers, leading viewers on a harrowing journey filled with atmospheric, melancholic tones, layered characters, and a haunting crime trajectory.

Making/Production

The Killing was developed by Veena Sud and produced by Fox Television Studios and Fuse Entertainment. The series was shot in Vancouver, British Columbia but was set in Seattle, the dark and rainy atmosphere of which adds to the show's somber and dramatic mood.

Actors

• Mireille Enos as Sarah Linden: She plays a Seattle homicide detective who leads the Rosie Larsen case, Enos plays her role with a grave dedication that coincides with her complicated personal life.
• Joel Kinnaman as Stephen Holder: A former undercover narcotics cop, Holder becomes Linden's partner. Kinnaman portrays his character's street-smart edge and unexpected loyalty with a perfect balance.
• Brent Sexton and Michelle Forbes as Stan and Mitch Larsen: Playing grieving parents to the murdered teen, Sexton and Forbes paint a poignant picture of loss and desperation.

Trivia/Interesting Facts

• The series was based on the Danish television series Forbrydelsen (The Crime).
• The show was cancelled twice by AMC before being picked up by Netflix for its final season.

Awards

The Killing received multiple award nominations. Highlights include a Primetime Emmy Award nomination for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series for Mireille Enos and a Golden Globe nomination for Best Television Series – Drama.

Quotes

• "No, you don't get to feel sorry for yourself. Making hard choices, dealing with the consequences, that's what makes us human." - Sarah Linden
• "Whatever you're holding back, it's eating you alive, Linden. I can see it." - Stephen Holder

Music/Soundtrack

• The haunting score for The Killing was composed by Frans Bak.
• The series also includes various songs from popular artists like The Black Keys and Johnny Cash, that adds another layer to the melancholic atmosphere.