Forgotten Crime Series from 17 Years Ago Surprises and Enters Netflix's Top 10
Southland, a crime drama that's recently surged in popularity on Netflix, offers a gripping exploration of police work with an authentic, character-driven narrative, earning praise from both critics and audiences alike.
Carlos Mendoza · 1 min read
Revived Crime Drama Southland: A Gripping Look into L.A.'s Police Force on Netflix
If you’re scrolling through Netflix and can’t find anything to watch, consider Southland. While not a major success during its initial 2009-2013 run, the series has gained popularity on Netflix. With a 98% audience approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes, Southland realistically depicts the daily lives of L.A. cops, avoiding Hollywood sensationalism. Viewers who appreciate strong characters, difficult choices, and a true-to-life feel may find it compelling.
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Series info
- Official Name
- Southland
- Brief Summary
- A raw and authentic look into the Los Angeles crime scene, going far inside the lives of cops, criminals, victims and their families. The show centers on four main characters: Officer John Cooper, a seasoned cop who will have to prove himself again after recovering from surgery; Officer Ben Sherman, who still has much to learn after recently completing his training rotation; Detective Lydia Adams, whose unending caseload hits closer to home; and Sammy Bryant, a former detective who decided to go back to being a uniform cop after the traumatic death of his partner.
- Released
- April 9, 2009
- Genre
- Drama
- Countries of Origin
- US
- Actors
- Ben McKenzie, Michael Cudlitz, Regina King, Shawn Hatosy, C. Thomas Howell
- Producers
- John Wells
- Ratings
- 7.921/10 (197 reviews)
- Number of episodes
- 43
- Number of seasons
- 5
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