Kryminalni

Kryminalni follows a tight knit Warsaw police squad that handles the citys toughest crimes. The show centers on the Criminal Terror and Murders Division where detectives juggle high pressure cases with the grind of daily policing. The heart of the team is three officers: Adam Zawada, a seasoned blunt veteran; Marek Brodecki, his eager younger partner who still has to prove himself; and Basia Storosz, a driven recruit who earns her place as the seasons unfold. Across cases and shifts their bonds are tested by brutal crime, long hours, personal sacrifice, and the messy politics of the station. The drama mixes sharp procedural work with evolving character dynamics without spoiling future twists for viewers.

Created by Piotr Wereśniak and produced by MTL Maxfilm, Kryminalni aired on TVN from September 18, 2004 to May 24, 2008. It ran eight seasons and 101 episodes, building a steady audience with its gritty mood and strong character focus throughout.

During its run the series became one of Poland's most watched dramas, drawing around four million viewers each week and sustaining strong weekly ratings across multiple seasons. The three leads rose to prominence and the show featured guest appearances by well known Polish actors, underscoring its national footprint.

Critics praised its hard edged tone paired with human moments and ethical tensions. Kryminalni probes loyalty, authority, and the costs of police work while painting Warsaw as a backdrop that frames each investigation. The long run allowed depth in its characters beyond standalone investigations and cases that resonate with viewers.

No widely reported major nominations or wins are listed for Kryminalni to date. Nevertheless the show helped elevate its three leads and kept audiences loyal for eight years, contributing to the popularity of Polish crime dramas on television and reinforcing TVN's role in shaping domestic genre television.