The Brokenwood Mysteries

The Brokenwood Mysteries (2014- )

RunningScripted showDrama, Crime, Mystery

The Brokenwood Mysteries is set in a seemingly quiet New Zealand country town where the town's newest resident, Detective Inspector Mike Shepherd, finds that murder lurks in even the most homely location.

Premiered in 2014 on Prime Television New Zealand. Moved to TVNZ 1 and Acorn TV with Season 7 in early 2021.

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Scheduleevery Monday (92 min)

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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did The Brokenwood Mysteries premiere?

The show premiered on September 28, 2014.

Who are the main actors in The Brokenwood Mysteries?

Neill Rea plays Detective Senior Sergeant Mike Shepherd, Fern Sutherland plays Detective Kristin Sims, and Nic Sampson plays Detective Constable Sam Breen.

What is the setting of The Brokenwood Mysteries?

The show is set in the fictional town of Brokenwood, New Zealand.

Is each episode of The Brokenwood Mysteries a standalone or are there overarching storylines throughout the series?

Each episode is a standalone mystery, but there are some overarching storylines throughout the series, such as the personal lives of the main characters.

Who is the creator of The Brokenwood Mysteries?

Tim Balme created the show and also wrote some episodes.

What is the running time of an average episode of The Brokenwood Mysteries?

The running time of an average episode is about 90 minutes.

What is The Brokenwood Mysteries rated on IMDb?

The show has a rating of 7.8/10 on IMDb.

Has The Brokenwood Mysteries won any awards?

Yes, the show has won several awards, including the Best Drama award at the New Zealand Television Awards in 2015 and 2017.

What is the premise of The Brokenwood Mysteries?

The show follows Detective Senior Sergeant Mike Shepherd and his team as they investigate various murders and mysteries in the small town of Brokenwood.

How many seasons of The Brokenwood Mysteries are there?

As of May 2023, there are six seasons of the show.

Who produces The Brokenwood Mysteries?

The show is produced by South Pacific Pictures.

What inspired the creators of The Brokenwood Mysteries?

The creators were inspired by the British TV show 'Midsomer Murders'.

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Also known as

  • Броукънуд (Bulgaria)
  • Brokenwood – Mord in Neuseeland (Germany)
  • Brokenwood titkai (Hungary)
  • Mysteria i Brokenwood (Norway)
  • Тайны Броукенвуда (Russian Federation)

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