Murderland
Series Overview
Murderland is a 2009 British television drama miniseries created by David Pirie and directed by Catherine Morshead. The three-part serial concerns the points of view of a mystery surrounding a traumatic murder, as seen from the perspective of the three primary characters: Carrie, the daughter of the murdered woman; Douglas Hain, the detective in charge of the investigation; and Sally, the murder victim, all have their story to tell. Haunted by her mother's murder when she was a child, Carrie seeks to uncover the truth so that she can move on with her life. As the investigation unfolds, Carrie's yearning to discover who murdered her mother grows more intense, bringing her closer to the detective working the case.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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1 Season • 3 Episodes
60 min per episode
2009 – 2009
Premiered: Mon, Oct 19, 2009
Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 3: “Carol's Story”
In the present day, Carol's obsessive drive to solve her mother's murder finally yields results when she and retired detective Hain discover why Sally was killed and who was responsible. But the journey takes Carol into a world her mum had always concealed, and there is a high price to pay for uncovering the truth about the fateful night in 1994.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Murderland - TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2013-01-30
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
David Pirie
Richard Hartley
Erik Wilson
Chris Barwell
Kate Croft, Dave Edwards, Nigel Pickard, Rob Pursey
Department Leadership Roster
Richard Hartley
Original Music Composer
Kate Croft
Producer
Dave Edwards
Producer
Erik Wilson
Director of Photography
Chris Barwell
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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M: Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
International Certification Matrix
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Murderland
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What is Murderland about?
Murderland is a 2009 British television drama miniseries created by David Pirie and directed by Catherine Morshead. The three-part serial concerns the points of view of a mystery surrounding a traumatic murder, as seen from the perspective of the three primary characters: Carrie, the daughter of the murdered woman; Douglas Hain, the detective in charge of the investigation; and Sally, the murder victim, all have their story to tell. Haunted by her mother's murder when she was a child, Carrie seeks to uncover the truth so that she can move on with her life. As the investigation unfolds, Carrie's yearning to discover who murdered her mother grows more intense, bringing her closer to the detective working the case.
How many seasons does Murderland have?
Murderland comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in Murderland?
Key cast members in Murderland include Bel Powley, Robbie Coltrane, Amanda Hale, Sharon Small, Lorraine Ashbourne.
Who created or directed Murderland?
Murderland was developed and directed by David Pirie.