Joel Kinnaman’s 9-Part Detective Show With 92% on RT Is a Streaming Hit

A gripping crime drama led by Joel Kinnaman with a 92% score on Rotten Tomatoes is quietly dominating streaming charts, pulling in huge global numbers while earning strong praise from critics and viewers alike for its dark tone and layered storytelling.

Jo Nesbø’s Detective Hole is trending high in Netflix streaming wars

Detective Hole, based on the novels by Jo Nesbø, has surged in popularity on Netflix. The nine-part series is currently sitting in the Top 5 in the U.S. and has climbed to the No. 1 spot globally, making it one of the platform’s biggest ongoing hits.

The story follows troubled detective Harry Hole, played by Kinnaman, as he probes into a series of disturbing crimes. The show leans heavily into psychological drama. It mixes slow-burning investigation with personal struggles, giving viewers both a mystery and a character study.

Its tone stays dark and tense throughout, which has helped it stand out in a crowded crime genre. The creators focus on atmosphere, using cold visuals and minimal dialogue to build tension instead of relying on action-heavy sequences.

Critics have responded well. The show holds a 92 percent score on Rotten Tomatoes and a solid rating of 7.9 on IMDb. Reviews highlight its tight pacing, strong direction, and Kinnaman’s performance, which many describe as intense and emotionally grounded. However, some viewers feel the pacing can be slow at times, especially in the early episodes.

The series also benefits from a strong ensemble cast that includes the likes of Tobias Santelmann, Pia Tjelta, Kelly Gale, Frank Kjosås, Peter Stormare, Dagny, Simon J. Berger, and more. This isn’t the first time Nesbø’s work has been adapted.

The 2017 film, The Snowman attempted to bring Harry Hole to life but received mixed reactions. In contrast, this long-form series gives the story more room to breathe, which seems to have worked in its favor.  

Audience response has been strong overall. Fans of crime thrillers are praising its realism and character depth, while new viewers are getting pulled in by its gripping mystery. With its current momentum, Detective Hole is shaping up to be one of Netflix’s standout shows this year.

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