Netflix has revealed the premiere date and first images from Dept. Q, a gripping new crime series from Scott Frank, the writer-director behind The Queen’s Gambit.
Set to debut on May 29, the series features Matthew Goode in the lead role and offers a character-driven look at justice, redemption, and the long shadows cast by unsolved crimes.
About the Series: A Fresh Take on Cold Cases
DCI Carl Morck is a brilliant detective—but a terrible colleague. After a shooting that leaves one officer dead and another paralyzed, Morck is sidelined and reassigned to the newly formed Department Q, a cold case unit hidden away in the basement of the Edinburgh police department. Initially dismissed as a PR move, the assignment begins to shift when an old case resurfaces, forcing Morck to form an unlikely team of misfits determined to prove their worth—and dig up long-buried truths.
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Creative Team and Cast
Dept. Q is created, written, and directed by Scott Frank, whose previous work on The Queen’s Gambit and Godless earned critical acclaim for its layered storytelling and strong visual style.
The series is executive produced by Rob Bullock, Scott Frank, and Andy Harries.
Cast highlights include:
- Matthew Goode (The King’s Man, The Offer) as DCI Carl Morck
- Chloe Pirrie (Under the Banner of Heaven, The Queen’s Gambit)
- Alexej Manvelov (Jack Ryan, Top Dog)
- Kelly Macdonald (Line of Duty, Operation Mincemeat)
- Leah Byrne (Call the Midwife)
The nine-episode series balances investigative twists with character-driven drama, grounded in the bleak beauty of Edinburgh and the emotional complexity of its characters.
A New Entry in Netflix’s Expanding Slate of Prestige Drama
With its May 29 premiere, Dept. Q joins Netflix’s growing lineup of serialized dramas anchored by notable creative talent and strong ensemble casts. As true crime, mystery, and detective stories continue to resonate with global audiences, this adaptation offers a grounded and thoughtful addition to the genre.
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