WatchTree Recommendations

Shows Like Line of Duty

What to Watch After Line of Duty

Beyond the Badge: Four Must‑Watch Picks for Line of Duty Fans

If you’re hooked on the razor‑sharp intrigue of Line of Duty, you’ll want to explore four titles that each capture a different facet of that anti‑corruption thrill ride. Countdown amps up the urgency with a city‑wide terror conspiracy, Luther offers a brooding psychological portrait of a detective on the edge, Criminal Record revisits the cold‑case grind in London’s shadowy precincts, and Chicago P.D. delivers the tried‑and‑true procedural punch that keeps viewers coming back season after season.

Together, these picks span the spectrum from fresh, adrenaline‑fueled action to timeless, character‑driven drama, ensuring that whether you crave a brand‑new mystery, a beloved classic, or the perfect thematic match, there’s a show here to satisfy every craving of the Line of Duty fan base.

TV Series Recommendations

New Releases Only

These are the best shows similar to Line of Duty.

Countdown

Countdown

TV Series · 2025

crime · mystery

Countdown delivers a pulse‑pounding race against time, echoing Line of Duty’s relentless pursuit of corrupt officials while upping the stakes with a city‑wide terror plot.

When an officer with the Department of Homeland Security is murdered in broad daylight, LAPD detective Mark Meachum is recruited to a secret task force, alongside undercover agents from all branches of law enforcement, to investigate. But the hunt for the killer soon uncovers a plot far more sinister than anyone could have imagined, kicking off a race against time to save a city of millions.

Luther

Luther

TV Series · 2010

crime · drama · mystery

Luther dives deep into the tortured psyche of a detective, matching Line of Duty’s moral ambiguity and offering fans a gritty, character‑driven crime saga that’s become a fan favorite.

A dark psychological crime drama starring Idris Elba as Luther, a man struggling with his own terrible demons, who might be as dangerous as the depraved murderers he hunts.

Criminal Record

Criminal Record

TV Series · 2024

crime · drama

Criminal Record pairs a veteran and a rookie in a London murder mystery, mirroring Line of Duty’s institutional corruption themes while delivering the tight, audience‑loved storytelling that made the original a hit.

In the heart of London, an anonymous phone call draws two brilliant detectives—a young woman in the early stages of her career and a well-connected man determined to protect his legacy—into a fight to correct an old miscarriage of justice.

Chicago P.D.

Chicago P.D.

TV Series · 2014

crime · drama

Chicago P.D. provides the dependable, hard‑hitting police drama that fans of Line of Duty crave, with its blend of street‑level action and internal power struggles that never disappoints.

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.

More from the cast of Line of Duty

Looking for familiar faces? These picks include performers connected to Line of Duty.

Red Eye

TV Series · 2024

Red Eye delivers a tense, conspiracy‑driven thriller with crime and mystery elements that echo the gritty procedural vibe of Line of Duty.

Trigger Point

TV Series · 2022

This gritty crime drama about bomb disposal units mirrors Line of Duty’s high‑stakes investigative tension and procedural focus.

The Rig

TV Series · 2023

The Rig combines suspenseful mystery with high‑stakes drama, offering a darker, atmospheric take on investigative storytelling that fans of Line of Duty will appreciate.

This Is England '86

TV Series · 2010

While set in a different era, this critically acclaimed drama shares Line of Duty’s intense, character‑driven storytelling and explores themes of loyalty and betrayal.
Open Interactive WatchTree

New Release Recommendations for Line of Duty

This page is a WatchTree snapshot for Line of Duty. Want more recommendations like these? Open the interactive experience to keep growing the tree and discover more shows and movies like Line of Duty.

Browse more shows like your favorites · Explore the full WatchTree Lookalike Directory

WatchTree.ai Dark Mode