Da Vinci's Inquest

Da Vinci's Inquest follows Dominic Da Vinci, a former undercover RCMP officer who now serves as a Vancouver coroner. He uses his badge and his lab findings to pursue truth where official accounts fall short, pressing for answers and accountability in complex deaths. With a mix of legal savvy, street-smarts, and moral resolve, he assembles clues, questions authorities, and connects seemingly unrelated events that affect real lives. The show blends procedural crime solving with personal drama, showing the cost of chasing justice. Supporting figures include Patricia Da Vinci, his ex wife and chief pathologist, along with detective teammates Leo Shannon and Mick Leary.

Aired on CBC Television in Canada from 1998 to 2005, Da Vinci's Inquest was created by Chris Haddock. Filmed and set in Vancouver, the series ran for seven seasons and ninety-one episodes.

Set against the backdrop of Vancouver, the show helped define a distinctly Canadian approach to crime drama by mixing procedural investigation with social issues and political texture. Dominic Da Vinci became a memorable figure for viewers seeking justice beyond official accounts.

Critics appreciated the show for its grounded tone and character driven storytelling, placing ethics and due process at the center of each case. Themes include accountability, the cost of public service, and the tension between truth and public image.