20 Best Crime TV Shows on Peacock 2026
Explore 20 crime series on Peacock, from Law & Order: SVU and Person of Interest to Broadchurch, Psych, and The Capture, with quick picks for every mood.
If you’re searching for the best crime TV shows on Peacock, this list makes it easy to find your next watch, whether you want a classic case-of-the-week, a tense mystery, or a more modern police thriller. Titles like Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, Person of Interest, Chicago P.D., and Line of Duty give you very different takes on crime storytelling, while Broadchurch, The Capture, and The Fall lean harder into suspense. There’s also room for lighter picks such as Psych and Brooklyn Nine-Nine, plus long-running staples like Law & Order and The First 48 for viewers who like their cases grounded in procedure. With 20 options across crime, drama, mystery, and thriller, you can pick the tone that fits your mood.
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The Rainmaker
crime · drama · mystery & thriller
Fresh out of law school, Rudy Baylor goes head to head with courtroom lion Leo Drummond as well as his law school girlfriend, Sarah. Rudy, along with his boss, Bruiser, and her disheveled paralegal, Deck, uncovers two connected conspiracies surrounding the mysterious death of their client's son.
Why watch: If you like legal dramas with mystery elements, this one fits that lane well. Its blend of crime, drama, and thriller points to a story built around a legal battle and connected conspiracies.
Directed by Russell Lee Fine, Randy Zisk, Michael SeitzmanCast Milo Callaghan, Lana Parrilla, Madison Iseman, P.J. Byrne, Wade BriggsAmazon Prime VideoPeacock PremiumMore details on IMDb → -
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Law & Order: Special Victims Unit
Won 6 Emmys Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series (2006) · 25 nominations
crime · drama · mystery · thriller
In the criminal justice system, sexually-based offenses are considered especially heinous. In New York City, the dedicated detectives who investigate these vicious felonies are members of an elite squad known as the Special Victims Unit. These are their stories.
Why watch: If you want a long-running procedural centered on serious investigations, this is a strong match. Its mix of crime, drama, mystery, and thriller suits viewers who like case-driven stories.
Directed by Jean de Segonzac, David Platt, Peter Leto, Juan José Campanella, Norberto BarbaCast Mariska Hargitay, Ice-T, Dann Florek, Richard Belzer, Kelli GiddishHuluPeacock PremiumMore details on IMDb → -
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Long Bright River
crime · drama · thriller
A Philadelphia police officer searches for her sister, an addict who has gone missing.
Why watch: If you prefer a crime drama with a personal search at its center, this may be the right pick. The premise points to a missing-person storyline with thriller tension.
Directed by Hagar Ben-Asher, Gwyneth Horder-Payton, Mona Fastvold, Meera Menon, Nikki ToscanoCast Amanda Seyfried, Nicholas Pinnock, Ashleigh Cummings, Callum Vinson, John DomanPeacock PremiumMore details on IMDb → -
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Person of Interest
1 Emmy nomination
action · crime · drama · mystery · sci-fi · thriller
John Reese, former CIA paramilitary operative, is presumed dead and teams up with reclusive billionaire Finch to prevent violent crimes in New York City by initiating their own type of justice. With the special training that Reese has had in Covert Operations and Finch's genius software inventing mind, the two are a perfect match for the job that they have to complete. With the help of surveillance equipment, they work "outside the law" and get the right criminal behind bars.
Why watch: If you enjoy tech-driven crime stories with a vigilant, outside-the-law angle, this is a great fit. Its action, crime, drama, sci-fi, and thriller mix gives it a broader edge than a standard procedural.
Directed by Chris Fisher, Richard J. Lewis, Frederick E.O. Toye, Jeffrey G. Hunt, Stephen SurjikCast Jim Caviezel, Kevin Chapman, Michael Emerson, Amy Acker, Taraji P. HensonAmazon Prime VideoPeacock PremiumMore details on IMDb → -
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Chicago P.D.
action · crime · drama · mystery · thriller
A riveting police drama about the men and women of the Chicago Police Department's District 21 who put it all on the line to serve and protect their community. District 21 is made up of two distinctly different groups: the uniformed cops who patrol the beat and go head-to-head with the city's street crimes and the Intelligence Unit that combats the city's major offenses - organized crime, drug trafficking, high profile murders and beyond.
Why watch: If you like ensemble police dramas with both street-level cases and bigger investigations, this should appeal to you. Its action and thriller elements suggest a fast pace alongside the procedural framework.
Directed by Chad Saxton, Mark Tinker, Eriq La Salle, Nick Gomez, Carl SeatonCast Jason Beghe, Marina Squerciati, Patrick John Flueger, LaRoyce Hawkins, Amy MortonAmazon Prime VideoPeacock PremiumMore details on IMDb →
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Line of Fire
action & adventure · crime · drama · mystery & thriller
A family of law enforcement agents bridges personal differences and crosses professional boundaries as they tackle cases for the FBI, US Marshals, Secret Service and Department of Justice. After a seemingly cut-and-dry case turns into a deadly conspiracy, they must use the expertise from a lifetime of protecting civilians and politicians to protect one another and bring the killer to justice … even if it means betraying their sworn code.
Why watch: If you enjoy team-based law-enforcement stories with a conspiracy focus, this may be a good choice. The action and thriller genres suggest a high-stakes investigation across multiple agencies.
Directed by Rebecca ThomasCast Peter Krause, Hope Davis, Tommy O'Brien, Kat Cunning, Taylor BloomPeacock PremiumMore details on IMDb → -
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Brooklyn Nine-Nine
Won 2 Emmys 4x Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series · 11 nominations
comedy · crime
A single-camera ensemble comedy following the lives of an eclectic group of detectives in a New York precinct, including one slacker who is forced to shape up when he gets a new boss.
Why watch: If you want a lighter crime show with humor mixed into detective work, this is the obvious pick. Its comedy-crime blend makes it best for viewers who like their cases with a playful tone.
Directed by Michael McDonald, Claire Scanlon, Linda Mendoza, Dean Holland, Beth McCarthy-MillerCast Andy Samberg, Stephanie Beatriz, Terry Crews, Melissa Fumero, Joe Lo TruglioNetflixPeacock PremiumMore details on IMDb → -
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Law & Order
Won 6 Emmys Outstanding Drama Series (1997) · 52 nominations
crime · drama · mystery · thriller
In cases ripped from the headlines, police investigate serious and often deadly crimes, weighing the evidence and questioning the suspects until someone is taken into custody. The district attorney's office then builds a case to convict the perpetrator by proving the person guilty beyond a reasonable doubt. Working together, these expert teams navigate all sides of the complex criminal justice system to make New York a safer place.
Why watch: If you like classic crime procedurals built around police work and prosecutions, this is an easy recommendation. Its crime, drama, mystery, and thriller mix makes it ideal for fans of courtroom-and-investigation stories.
Directed by Constantine Makris, Edwin Sherin, Jace Alexander, David Platt, Richard DobbsCast Sam Waterston, S. Epatha Merkerson, Jerry Orbach, Steven Hill, Jesse L. MartinNetflixHuluPeacock PremiumMore details on IMDb → -
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Columbo
Won 13 Emmys 2x Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series · 39 nominations
crime · drama · mystery · thriller
Columbo is a friendly, verbose, disheveled-looking police detective who is consistently underestimated by his suspects. Despite his unprepossessing appearance and apparent absentmindedness, he shrewdly solves all of his cases and secures all evidence needed for indictment. His formidable eye for detail and meticulously dedicated approach often become clear to the killer only late in the storyline.
Why watch: If you enjoy detective stories that rely on detail and steady investigation, this is a strong fit. Its mystery-thriller setup should appeal to viewers who like clever case solving.
Directed by Bernard L. Kowalski, Harvey Hart, James Frawley, Richard Quine, Leo PennCast Peter Falk, Mike Lally, Dianne Travis, Bruce Kirby, John FinneganAmazon Prime VideoTubiPeacock PremiumMore details on IMDb → -
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The Day of the Jackal
1 Emmy nomination
action · crime · drama · thriller
An unrivalled and highly elusive lone assassin, the Jackal, makes his living carrying out hits for the highest fee. But following his latest kill, he meets his match in a tenacious British intelligence officer who starts to track down the Jackal in a thrilling cat-and-mouse chase across Europe, leaving destruction in its wake.
Why watch: If you like international cat-and-mouse thrillers, this one looks tailor-made for you. Its action, crime, and thriller blend points to a chase-driven story with plenty of tension.
Directed by Brian Kirk, Paul Wilmshurst, Anu Menon, Anthony Philipson, Neasa HardimanCast Eddie Redmayne, Lashana Lynch, Eleanor Matsuura, Chukwudi Iwuji, Úrsula CorberóPeacock PremiumMore details on IMDb → -
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Vigil
2 BAFTA TV Award nominations
crime · drama · mystery · thriller
The mysterious disappearance of a Scottish fishing trawler and a death on-board the submarine HMS Vigil bring the police into conflict with the Navy and British security services. DCI Amy Silva and DS Kirsten Longacre lead an investigation on land and at sea into a conspiracy that goes to the very heart of Britain’s national security.
Why watch: If you enjoy investigations tied to national security and layered secrets, this is worth a look. The crime, drama, mystery, and thriller genres suggest a serious, atmosphere-heavy case.
Directed by Andy De Emmony, Isabelle Sieb, James Strong, Joss AgnewCast Suranne Jones, Rose Leslie, Gary Lewis, Orla Russell, Shaun EvansPeacock PremiumMore details on IMDb → -
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Psych
1 Emmy nomination
comedy · crime · mystery
Thanks to his police officer father's efforts, Shawn Spencer spent his childhood developing a keen eye for detail (and a lasting dislike of his dad). Years later, Shawn's frequent tips to the police lead to him being falsely accused of a crime he solved.
Now, Shawn has no choice but to use his abilities to perpetuate his cover story: psychic crime-solving powers, all the while dragging his best friend, his dad, and the police along for the ride.
Why watch: If you want a crime show with a comic twist and a quirky detective setup, this is a smart pick. Its mystery angle pairs well with the lighter comedy-crime format.
Directed by Mel Damski, Steve Franks, James Roday Rodriguez, Stephen Surjik, John BadhamCast James Roday Rodriguez, Dulé Hill, Timothy Omundson, Corbin Bernsen, Maggie LawsonAmazon Prime VideoPeacock PremiumMore details on IMDb → -
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Line of Duty
13 BAFTA TV Award nominations
crime · drama · mystery · thriller
A drama about the investigations of AC-12, a controversial police anticorruption unit.
Why watch: If you like police corruption stories and procedural investigations, this is a standout choice. Its strong crime-drama-mystery-thriller combination suits viewers who want a tense, focused investigation series.
Directed by John Strickland, Jennie Darnell, Douglas Mackinnon, Daniel Nettheim, Jed MercurioCast Martin Compston, Vicky McClure, Adrian Dunbar, Craig Parkinson, Gregory PiperAmazon Prime VideoTubiPeacock PremiumFreeveeMore details on IMDb → -
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The Capture
1 BAFTA TV Award nomination
crime · mystery · thriller
When soldier Shaun Emery's conviction for a murder in Afghanistan is overturned due to flawed video evidence, he returns to life as a free man with his young daughter. But when damning CCTV footage from a night out in London comes to light, Shaun's life takes a shocking turn and he must soon fight for his freedom once again.
Why watch: If you enjoy stories about evidence, surveillance, and a fight to clear a name, this should hold your attention. The crime, mystery, and thriller tags point to a tightly wound suspense series.
Directed by Ben Chanan, James Kent, Philippa Langdale, Anthony Philipson, Johnny AllanCast Holliday Grainger, Ben Miles, Lia Williams, Ginny Holder, Ron PerlmanAmazon Prime VideoPeacock PremiumMore details on IMDb → -
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The Fall
2 BAFTA TV Award nominations
crime · drama · thriller
When the Police Service of Northern Ireland are unable to close a case after 28 days, Detective Superintendent Stella Gibson of the Metropolitan Police Service is called in to review the case. Under her new leadership, the local detectives must track down and stop a serial killer who is terrorising the city of Belfast.
Why watch: If you like serial-killer investigations with a strong police-drama edge, this is a compelling option. Its crime, drama, and thriller mix is ideal for fans of dark, methodical mysteries.
Directed by Allan Cubitt, Jakob VerbruggenCast Gillian Anderson, Jamie Dornan, John Lynch, Aisling Franciosi, Niamh McGradyAmazon Prime VideoTubiPeacock PremiumAMC+FreeveeMore details on IMDb → -
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Broadchurch
Won 3 BAFTA TV Awards 4 nominations
crime · drama · mystery
The murder of a young boy in a small coastal town brings a media frenzy, which threatens to tear the community apart.
Why watch: If you prefer crime dramas built around a single central murder and community fallout, this is a strong match. Its mystery focus should appeal to viewers who like smaller-town tension and layered suspicion.
Directed by James Strong, Paul Andrew Williams, Euros Lyn, Mike Barker, Jessica HobbsCast David Tennant, Olivia Colman, Jodie Whittaker, Andrew Buchan, Carolyn PicklesNetflixTubiPeacock PremiumMore details on IMDb → -
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Grimm
2 Emmy nominations
crime · drama · fantasy · mystery
After Portland homicide detective Nick Burkhardt discovers he's descended from an elite line of criminal profilers known as "Grimms," he increasingly finds his responsibilities as a detective at odds with his new responsibilities as a Grimm.
Why watch: If you want a crime series that also brings in fantasy elements, this is a good place to start. The mix of crime, drama, fantasy, and mystery gives it a more unusual angle than most procedurals.
Directed by Norberto Barba, Terrence O'Hara, Eric Laneuville, Aaron Lipstadt, Peter WernerCast David Czarra Giuntoli, Russell Hornsby, Silas Weir Mitchell, Sasha Roiz, Reggie LeeAmazon Prime VideoPeacock PremiumMore details on IMDb → -
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Prime Suspect 3
Won 1 Emmy 3 nominations
crime · drama · mystery
Highly skilled Detective Inspector Jane Tennison battles to prove herself in a male dominated world.
Why watch: If you enjoy character-driven detective stories, this is a good fit. Its crime, drama, and mystery setup suggests a focused investigation with a strong lead at the center.
Directed by David DruryCast Helen Mirren, Tom Bell, Karen Tomlin, David Thewlis, Peter CapaldiAmazon Prime VideoTubiPeacock PremiumFreeveeMore details on IMDb → -
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The Hunting Party
action · crime · drama · thriller
A small team of investigators are assembled to track down and capture the most dangerous killers our country has ever seen, all of whom have just escaped from a top-secret prison that's not supposed to exist.
Why watch: If you like manhunt stories with action and thriller energy, this looks like a solid pick. The premise of tracking escaped killers should appeal to viewers who want constant momentum.
Directed by Thor Freudenthal, Marcus Stokes, Shana Stein, Glen Winter, James BamfordCast Melissa Roxburgh, Patrick Sabongui, Josh McKenzie, Sara Garcia, Kari MatchettNetflixPeacock PremiumMore details on IMDb → -
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The First 48
crime · mystery · reality-tv
The series follows detectives during the hours immediately following a homicide.
Why watch: If you want a real-world homicide docuseries feel, this is the one to choose. Its crime, mystery, and reality-TV mix is best for viewers who prefer case-following over fictional drama.
Directed by Peter Tarshis, William Kamp IIICast Dion Graham, Jermaine Rogers, Eddie Majors, Douglas Loomis, Deon GrahamNetflixAmazon Prime VideoHuluTubiPeacock PremiumMore details on IMDb →
Wrapping Up
This lineup gives you a wide mix of police procedurals, conspiracy stories, investigative dramas, and a few offbeat twists on the genre. Whether you want a slow-burn mystery, a sharper thriller, or a familiar network-style case, there’s something here to match your taste. Bookmark this page and come back when you want another crime series to start, since it’s updated regularly as the lineup changes.
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