Bodies
A Netflix Original
One corpse lies on a rain slick London street and one case kicks off across time. Four detectives, each anchored to a different era, must stitch together the truth before a singular threat to Britain's future unfolds. Clues drift between centuries, linking today's streets to yesterday's shadows... Read more
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About Bodies
One corpse lies on a rain slick London street and one case kicks off across time. Four detectives, each anchored to a different era, must stitch together the truth before a singular threat to Britain's future unfolds. Clues drift between centuries, linking today's streets to yesterday's shadows as the investigators chase patterns others overlook. The series blends a procedural energy with a speculative edge, letting history feel alive as the present fights to stay intact. With each reveal, the sense grows that the real mystery isn't who killed the victim but how a past decision will ripple through time. The show also toys with courtroom tension and the visual texture of each era.
Released in 2023, Bodies is the product of creators Paul Tomalin, Si Spencer and Tom Courtney. The ensemble is led by Jacob Fortune-Lloyd, Shira Haas, Amaka Okafor, Kyle Soller and Greta Scacchi, with each actor anchoring a distinct era.
Reception to date leans into the show's bold mix of crime investigation and time bending. Critics praise the performances especially those of the quartet representing different centuries. The themes circle memory, accountability, and how choices today shape a nation's trajectory. Its pacing shifts between brisk investigations and slower, character-driven moments that reveal motive and fear.
As for awards there are no major nominations listed for Bodies. The show has attracted attention for its high concept premise and strong cast, but as of now it has not been recognized with major prize nominations. For viewers who crave intricate plotting and ambitious storytelling it delivers a layered experience.
Cultural impact is still in formation for a 2023 show, but it already sparks conversation around time in crime narratives and how London is pictured across eras. Fans discuss bold visuals, performances and the idea that history's mistakes echo forward. While early, it signals a trend toward multi era investigations that blend London life across time.
Details
- Release Date
- October 19, 2023
- Rating
- TV-MA
- User Ratings
- 476 votes
- Type
- TV Series
- Seasons
- 1
- Episodes
- 8
- Network
- Netflix
- Status
- Ended
- Genres
- Crime, Mystery, Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Drama
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Studio
- Moonage Pictures
- External Links
- View on IMDB
Official Trailer
Cast
Jacob Fortune-Lloyd
Charles Whiteman
Shira Haas
Iris Maplewood
Amaka Okafor
Shahara Hasan
Kyle Soller
Alfred Hillinghead
Greta Scacchi
The Lady
Stephen Graham
Mannix
Created by: Paul Tomalin, Si Spencer, Tom Courtney
Seasons (1 season, 8 episodes)
Limited Series
8 episodes - 2023