The story of Sir Alec Jeffreys' discovery of DNA fingerprinting and its first use by DCS David Baker in catching a double murderer.The story of Sir Alec Jeffreys' discovery of DNA fingerprinting and its first use by DCS David Baker in catching a double murderer.The story of Sir Alec Jeffreys' discovery of DNA fingerprinting and its first use by DCS David Baker in catching a double murderer.
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There's no action just an interesting story with out any hype or Hollywood gimmicks . it has the pace of what actual , real police work might be like. David Threlfall is great in the lead as a seasoned policeman doing his job patiently which being so unlike most police shows make it stand alone in the genre. The show more than met my expectations and proceeded to give a believable narrative throughout which is what makes it different and better than most shows.
In typical British fashion...a riveting true story...the best British acting...and the perfect length.
This is a fascinating look into the way the UK has impacted police work.
If you enjoy British police crime shows, you will enjoy this 3 episode one.
First off, it's a very sad, interesting, and real life story. The first time in our history that DNA was used by the Police to bring about a conviction, hard to imagine nowadays.
I have to give real praise to the Director and screen writer, for telling the story in a realistic, informative, factual style, that lacked the usual sensationalism associated with modern dramas.
Superbly acted, John Simm and David Threlfall in particular are excellent.
Tragic crimes, brought to life, in a fast moving drama. 8/10
I have to give real praise to the Director and screen writer, for telling the story in a realistic, informative, factual style, that lacked the usual sensationalism associated with modern dramas.
Superbly acted, John Simm and David Threlfall in particular are excellent.
Tragic crimes, brought to life, in a fast moving drama. 8/10
I wasn't sure about watching this, but I'm so glad I did. It's a fictional account of the rape and murder of two young girls. The story shows how DNA testing used by the police first came about. Everything about the series was outstanding. Well worth less than 3 hours of your time.
I found this a wonderful rendition of the trials and pains involved in creating the DNA fingerprinting process. It did have a good amount of science included but this was a theme that undergirded the entire series. The dogged work by the police the anxiety of the scientists and the grief and hope of the victims families were woven into a great story. This is the type of show we need more of.
Did you know
- TriviaIn the second episode, when DCS David Baker first meets Alec Jeffreys on the steps, the real Alec Jeffreys walks up the steps and passes them.
- Alternate versionsWhen Code of a Killer was released on DVD, the two 90-minute episodes were re-formatted as three 60-minute episodes.
- ConnectionsFeatured in The Wright Stuff: Episode #20.70 (2015)
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- Le code du tueur
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- Ripley, Surrey, England, UK(Narborough Village Hall)
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- 1h 5m(65 min)
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