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What to Watch After Dept. Q
From Cold Cases to Montana: Four Must‑Watch Picks for Dept. Q Fans
If you loved the brooding, misfit‑filled investigations of Dept. Q, you’ll find a kindred spirit in four standout series that each bring something distinct to the table. HIS & HERS delivers a brand‑new, razor‑sharp partnership of a detective and a news reporter navigating a murder that pits them against each other. NCIS: Tony & Ziva rides the wave of fan enthusiasm with a high‑octane, on‑the‑run chase across Europe that tests old bonds. Young Sherlock reboots the legendary detective with youthful grit and a globe‑spanning conspiracy, while The Madison trades urban grit for rugged Montana, weaving a family‑driven drama that still feels as suspenseful as a cold‑case file.
Together, these picks form a curated mix of fresh releases, beloved franchises, audience darlings, and timeless storytelling. Whether you crave the tension of a newly minted crime duo, the comfort of a beloved franchise’s next chapter, the intellectual thrill of a reimagined classic, or the emotional depth of a modern western, each title offers a compelling reason to press play, ensuring fans of Dept. Q will find their next binge‑worthy obsession.
Why these shows are similar to Dept. Q
A brash but brilliant cop becomes head of a new police department, where he leads an unlikely team of misfits in solving Edinburgh's cold cases.
These recommendations branch out from Dept. Q with similar tone, themes, genre elements, or audience appeal.
HIS & HERS
TV • 2026
drama • crime • mystery
Why Watch Next
HIS & HERS offers a fresh, contemporary take on partner dynamics with its estranged detective‑reporter pair, echoing Dept. Q's misfit team while delivering the same gritty, suspense‑driven mystery.
Overview
Two estranged spouses — one a detective, the other a news reporter — vie to solve a murder in which each believes the other is a prime suspect.
NCIS: Tony & Ziva
TV • 2025
action_adventure • drama • crime
Why Watch Next
NCIS: Tony & Ziva blends high‑stakes action and relational tension, appealing to Dept. Q fans who love intense, character‑driven crime stories that keep audiences cheering.
Overview
When his security company is attacked, Tony and Ziva must go on the run across Europe, try to figure out who is after them and maybe even learn to trust each other again so that they can finally have their unconventional happily ever after.
Young Sherlock
TV • 2026
action_adventure • mystery
Why Watch Next
Young Sherlock captures the core of investigative intrigue with a youthful, gritty edge, making it a perfect semantic match for viewers drawn to Dept. Q's complex detective work.
Overview
Sherlock Holmes is a disgraced young man, raw and unfiltered, when he finds himself wrapped up in a murder case that threatens his liberty. His first ever case unravels a globe-trotting conspiracy that changes his life forever.
The Madison
TV • 2026
drama
Why Watch Next
The Madison provides a richly layered, emotionally resonant drama that balances the dark, atmospheric tone of Dept. Q with a fresh, untamed setting, guaranteeing a hit with any audience.
Overview
The Clyburns uproot their comfortable New York City lives to the wild, untamed beauty of Montana's Madison River Valley on a search for connection.