BBC acquires new crime thriller with Killing Eve actor
The BBC has acquired crime thriller show The Turkish Detective, which stars Killing Eve's Ethan Kai.
The Turkish series, which originally premiered last year and is based on writer Barbara Nadel's Inspector Ikmen novels, focuses on three detectives in modern Istanbul.
"The Turkish Detective follows the adventures of Inspector Çetin Ikmen, his partner Detective Mehmet Süleyman and Detective Ayşe Farsakoğlu going through ups and downs as they solve crimes," the synopsis reads.
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Each crime story is "heavily rooted in the varied culture and history of Istanbul and set against the frenzied world of modern-day Turkey".
As well as Kai – who played the role of Tony in Killing Eve and also appeared in Emmerdale as Kasim Sabet – the series stars Baba's Haluk Bilginer and Strike Back's Yasemin Kay Allen.
"From the moment I opened Barbara Nadel's novel, I fell in love with the unique, iconic character of Inspector Ikmen," said writer and executive producer Ben Schiffer.
"A beacon of hope and humour in a dark, difficult world, I'm so delighted that he and our show, a blend of emotionally-charged mystery and family drama, has found a home at the BBC."
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Sue Deeks, head of BBC programme acquisition, added: “Not only does The Turkish Detective provide a compelling, multi-layered crime thriller, but is set in stunning Istanbul, a vibrant contemporary city that also reflects the cultural influences of a rich and varied historical past – it’s a truly fascinating combination.”
The series isn’t the only international show that the BBC has acquired lately, with the broadcaster recently landing the rights to Swedish dramas End of Summer and Jana – Marked for Life.
Last year, the BBC also acquired Irish crime series Kin starring Charlie Cox, Aidan Gillen and Ciarán Hinds.
The Turkish Detective will be available on BBC iPlayer and TV channels later this year.
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