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Sneaky Pete (2015-2018)
If you love crime dramas, then Sneaky Pete is definitely worth a watch. The show lasted for 3 seasons before an abrupt cancellation, so once you start, you won’t be able to stop. This thrilling series follows a conman who leaves prison and decides to take on the name and life of his cellmate. His new identity leads him to work with Pete’s bounty-hunting family.
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Justified (2010-2015)
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Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan (2018-2023)
If you’re a fan of action-packed book adaptations, then Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan is a must-see. The show is the newest spin on a character once played by several famous actors. John Krasinki stars in this four-season political thriller about a CIA analyst who’s pulled from his desk job and recruited for missions.
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Bosch (2014-2021)
If you’re a fan of the detective format, then you’ll definitely want to check out Bosch. This Prime Video show follows LAPD detective Harry Bosch and is based on Michael Connelly’s novels.
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24 (2001-2014)
For those who love high-stakes action, 24 is the perfect show to watch. This thrilling series lasted for nine seasons and even had a television film. Kiefer Sutherland stars as Jack Bauer, a counter-terrorist federal agent. Each season takes place in real-time, over 24 hours, and showcases Bauer’s attempts to stop various terrorist attacks and threats to his colleagues’ lives.
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Homeland (2011-2020)
This major Showtime hit is a must-watch for fans of thrilling dramas. The show follows CIA officer Carrie Mathison and a Marine Corps scout sniper who enter a cat and mouse game when Mathison becomes convinced he’s preparing a terrorist attack. Homeland went on for 8 seasons and won multiple awards.
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Luther (2010-2019)
For fans of detective dramas, Luther is a gripping BBC show that’s not to be missed. Idris Elba stars as a conflicted detective who becomes entangled with a serial killer. As he works to solve various cases, Luther relies upon the help of Alice Morgan, a serial killer who holds a growing fascination with him.
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Slow Horses (2022-Present)
If you’re a fan of political thrillers, then make sure to add Slow Horses to your watchlist. Gary Oldman stars as the grouchy and reluctant leader of a group of failed government agents who discover a conspiracy within MI6 and set out to expose it.
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Longmire (2012-2017)
If you’re a fan of neo-Western vibes, then Longmire is the perfect show for you. The series follows a sheriff in Wyoming who sets out to investigate various crimes in his jurisdiction.
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Nikita (2010-2013)
For a bit more action and intrigue,