The Break
“Anyone can kill”
Series Overview
The story is set in a small village in the Ardennes, where a young African footballer is found dead. If all clues lead first to suicide, a police officer just arrived from Brussels does not take long to discover that this is a murder.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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2 Seasons • 20 Episodes
55 min per episode
2016 – 2018
Premiered: Sun, Feb 21, 2016
Latest Aired Episode
Season 2, Episode 10: “Episode 10”
Dizzying revelations force Yoann to rethink everything about the case -- and push him ever closer to the brink.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Matthieu Donck
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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TV-MA: Mature Audience Only — Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and unsuitable for children under 17.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Mature Audience Only — Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and unsuitable for children under 17.
Interdit aux moins de 10 ans — 10+ only.
FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.
Interdit aux moins de 18 ans — 18+ only.
18+ Restricted to Adults.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Break
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What is The Break about?
The story is set in a small village in the Ardennes, where a young African footballer is found dead. If all clues lead first to suicide, a police officer just arrived from Brussels does not take long to discover that this is a murder.
How many seasons does The Break have?
The Break comprises 2 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in The Break?
Key cast members in The Break include Jasmina Douieb, Aurélien Caeyman, Lara Hubinont, Yoann Blanc, Sophie Breyer.
Who created or directed The Break?
The Break was developed and directed by Matthieu Donck.