Everything you need to know about Netflix's new crime series, Department Q

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If you're a fan of The Queens Gambit, then a new crime drama from the same creators is coming to Netflix titled Department Q, and here is everything you need to know about it.

The series, based on the books by Jussi Adler-Olsen, follows an Edinburgh detective assigned to a mysterious cold case whilst dealing with the guilt of an attack that changed his colleagues life forever.

If you're already hooked, then from the cast to the plot and more, we've got you covered on all the details about Department Q.

What is Department Q about?

The crime series is set to follow Carl Morck, a former top-rated detective in Edinburgh who has his life turned upside down after a violent incident leaves his partner paralysed and an officer dead.

Then, upon his reluctant return to work, he is tasked with setting up Department Q – a new cold case department which soon becomes home to a group of brilliant detectives. Can't wait!

Who is the cast of Department Q?

We've got a pretty great cast for Department Q, featuring faces we know and love plus some newbies. They include:

  • Matthew Goode as DCI Cark Morck (The Crown, Silent Night, Downton Abbey)

  • Kelly Macdonald as Dr Rachel Irving (Harry Potter and The Deathly Hallows Part 2)

  • Leah Byrne as Rose (Call The Midwife, Nightsleeper)

  • Chloe Pirrie as Merritt Lingard (Under The Banner of Heaven, The Queen’s Gambit)

  • Alexej Manvelov as Akram Salim (Jack Ryan, Top Dog)

What is the release date for Department Q?

We don't have a release date for Department Q just yet as the casting has only just been announced, but we'll keep you posted.

Is there a trailer for Department Q?

Not yet! Stay tuned for more updates.

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