SimilarScreen
Traces

Traces

The evidence doesn't lie. People do.

20196.32 Seasons12 EpisodesEnded

Overview

Set against the stunning Scottish landscape in and around Dundee, three compelling female characters — Emma Hedges, Prof. Sarah Gordon and Prof. Kathy Torrance — join forces to uncover the truth about an unsolved murder case that's very close to home.

Created by Val McDermid
Written by Val McDermid, Amelia Bullmore
Produced by Juliet Charlesworth
NetworksU&Alibi

Top Cast

Molly Windsor

Molly Windsor

Emma

Laura Fraser

Laura Fraser

Prof. Sarah Gordon

Jennifer Spence

Jennifer Spence

Prof. Kathy Torrance

Martin Compston

Martin Compston

Daniel MacAfee

Michael Nardone

Michael Nardone

DCI Neil McKinven

Laurie Brett

Laurie Brett

Izzy Alessi

John Gordon Sinclair

John Gordon Sinclair

Drew Cubbin

Vincent Regan

Vincent Regan

Phil MacAfee

Moyo Akandé

Moyo Akandé

Trina

B

Badria Timimi

Dean Jean Bruzzi

Themes & Keywords

scotlandbased on novel or bookmurdercase studylab assistant

About Traces

Traces is a mystery, crime series that first aired in 2019 exploring themes of scotland, based on novel or book, murder, case study, lab assistant. Created by Val McDermid, it stars Molly Windsor, Laura Fraser, Jennifer Spence. Set against the stunning Scottish landscape in and around Dundee, three compelling female characters — Emma Hedges, Prof. Sarah Gordon and Prof. Kathy Torrance — join forces to uncover the truth about an unsolved murder case that's very close to home.

Shows Similar to Traces

Discover shows like Traces — ranked by similarity and community votes

We found 15 shows similar to Traces

If you enjoyed Traces, you'll love these handpicked recommendations. Each title below shares similar themes, tone, and storytelling style. Our algorithm analyzes genres, keywords, creator filmography, and cast connections to find the closest matches. Whether you're looking for the same emotional depth, narrative structure, or visual style, these picks are curated to deliver the best viewing experience for fans of Traces.

The Outsider
31% Match

The Outsider(2020)

TV Show7.4/10

When an insidious supernatural force edges its way into a seemingly straightforward investigation into the gruesome murder of a young boy, it leads a seasoned cop and an unorthodox investigator to question everything they believe in.

Dexter
29% Match

Dexter(2006)

TV Show8.2/10

Dexter Morgan, a blood spatter pattern analyst for the Miami Metro Police also leads a secret life as a serial killer, hunting down criminals who have slipped through the cracks of justice.

Inspector Morse
27% Match

Inspector Morse is a detective drama based on Colin Dexter's series of Chief Inspector Morse novels. The series starred John Thaw as Chief Inspector Morse and Kevin Whately as Sergeant Lewis, as well as a large cast of notable actors and actresses.

Coroner
27% Match

Coroner(2019)

TV Show7.0/10

Jenny Cooper investigates unexplained or sudden deaths in the city of Toronto. Fierce and quick-witted, Jenny is a newly-widowed single mother with secrets of her own to unearth.

Dalgliesh
27% Match

Dalgliesh(2021)

TV Show6.7/10

A recent widower and acclaimed poet, enigmatic Inspector Adam Dalgliesh employs his exceptional empathy and insight to plumb the darker depths of the human psyche while investigating complex crimes in 1970s England.

Shetland
27% Match

Shetland(2013)

TV Show7.5/10

Created from the novels by award winning crime writer Ann Cleeves, Shetland follows DI Jimmy Perez and his team as they investigate crime within the close knit island community. In this isolated and sometimes inhospitable environment, the team have to rely on a uniquely resourceful style of policing.

Wallander
26% Match

Wallander(2008)

TV Show7.3/10

This drama follows Inspector Kurt Wallander – a middle-aged everyman – as he struggles against a rising tide of violence in the apparently sleepy backwaters in and around Ystad in Skane, southern Sweden. Based on the international best-selling books by Henning Mankell.

Karen Pirie
26% Match

Karen Pirie(2022)

TV Show6.9/10

When a 25-year-old murder in St Andrews becomes the subject of a provocative true-crime podcast, DS Karen Pirie is tasked with heading up a review. Digging up the past, Karen uncovers fresh evidence and a potential perpetrator. But when suspects start coming under attack, the cold case turns into an active investigation. Can Karen find the killer before it’s too late?

Dept. Q
26% Match

Dept. Q(2025)

TV Show7.9/10

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.