Top Mystery and Detective Series to binge-watch on JioHotstar for an enigmatic ride

Looking for some dark murder mystery series with brilliant sleuths? Here is a handpicked list of some of the top mystery and detective series that offer a perfect watch on JioHotstar. You can also access these titles via OTTplay Premium. From gritty thrillers to a whodunnit, solving a crime investigation gives you an edge-of-the-seat experience.

Best mystery and detective web series in English

High Potential

The plot follows a single mom with a knack for cracking difficult crime cases due to her smooth deduction skills. She soon lands a job as a part of the investigation crew and pieces together various information to solve the mysteries. Kaitlin Olson and Daniel Sunjata appear in the main roles.

The Undoing 

Featuring a stellar duo of Nicole Kidman and Hugh Grant, this psychological mystery thriller revolves around a woman who is unwittingly entangled in a game of murder mystery after she becomes a prime suspect in a crime and has to prove innocence before the clock runs out.

True Detective

If you’re looking for some fast-paced thriller with razor-sharp-minded detectives, this one will be a suitable pick. The plot revolves around a team of investigators solving some twisted murder mysteries as suspects thicken with each piece. It garnered acclaim for its fine story and performances. The star-studded ensemble cast of the first season includes Matthew McConaughey, Woody Harrelson, Michelle Monaghan, Michael Potts, and Tory Kittles.

Nancy Drew 

Nancy Drew’s sharp wit and fearless character lead her to follow her passion as an amateur sleuth. Kennedy McMann plays the titular teen detective who teams up with her crew in the small town to hunt down a killer. Leah Lewis, Maddison Jaizani, and Tunji Kasim also appear in significant supporting roles.

Psych 

A delightful mix of detective mystery, comedy, and lots of drama—Psych will keep you intrigued. James Roday plays a crime consultant whose photogenic memory and brilliant deduction skills pass for a psychic. He is joined in this crazy adventure ride with Dulé Hill, who plays his partner-in-crime and best friend.

Only Murders in the Building

With a murder mystery at its center, this enthralling series garnered acclaim for its tight narrative and performances, including those of Steve Martin, Martin Short, and Selena Gomez. Set in a high society building, the plot revolves around three residents who decide to utilise their deduction skills while solving a murder.

Mare of Easttown

A suspenseful crime series that follows a small-town detective battling with a murder case amid her personal crises. Will she let her troubled life ruin the potential of solving this case? Only time will unravel the sinister truth. Kate Winslet plays the titular detective.

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