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Code of a Killer

  • TV Mini Series
  • 2015
  • 13+
  • 1h 5m
IMDb RATING
7.6/10
4.4K
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Code of a Killer (2015)
True CrimeBiographyCrimeDramaHistory

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.

  • Stars
    • John Simm
    • Anna Madeley
    • David Threlfall
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    7.6/10
    4.4K
    YOUR RATING
    POPULARITY
    3,075
    975
    • Stars
      • John Simm
      • Anna Madeley
      • David Threlfall
    • 20User reviews
    • 4Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 1 win total

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    John Simm
    John Simm
    • Dr Alec Jeffreys
    • 2015
    Anna Madeley
    Anna Madeley
    • Sue Jeffreys
    • 2015
    David Threlfall
    David Threlfall
    • DCS David Baker
    • 2015
    Lorcan Cranitch
    Lorcan Cranitch
    • DI Alan Madden
    • 2015
    Jaz Singh Deol
    Jaz Singh Deol
    • DC Taran Kholi
    • 2015
    Andrew Tiernan
    Andrew Tiernan
    • DS Geoff Taylor
    • 2015
    Robert Glenister
    Robert Glenister
    • DCC Chapman
    • 2015
    Lydia Rose Bewley
    Lydia Rose Bewley
    • Vicky Wilson
    • 2015
    Tobias Burton-Rudge
    • Gavin Hopkirk
    • 2015
    Farzana Dua Elahe
    Farzana Dua Elahe
    • Tania Patel
    • 2015
    Paul Copley
    Paul Copley
    • Sidney Jeffreys
    • 2015
    Ged Simmons
    • Eddie Eastwood
    • 2015
    Shirley Dixon
    Shirley Dixon
    • Joan Jeffreys
    • 2015
    Hannah Walters
    Hannah Walters
    • Kath Eastwood
    • 2015
    Dorothy Atkinson
    Dorothy Atkinson
    • Barbara Ashworth
    • 2015
    Jessica Woods
    • Carole Pitchfork
    • 2015
    Neil Edmond
    Neil Edmond
    • Robin Ashworth
    • 2015
    Darren Bancroft
    Darren Bancroft
    • Mr. Hopkirk
    • 2015
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    8jmccrmck-65172

    understated and more realistic

    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.
    9lisainstyle

    Don't miss it

    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.
    8Sleepin_Dragon

    Excellent drama.

    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
    10dizzylou818

    3 part series well worth watching!

    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.
    10bradpemberton

    Saw on Acorn TV

    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.

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    • Trivia
      In 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 versions
      When Code of a Killer was released on DVD, the two 90-minute episodes were re-formatted as three 60-minute episodes.
    • Connections
      Featured in The Wright Stuff: Episode #20.70 (2015)

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    • Release date
      • September 15, 2016 (France)
    • Country of origin
      • United Kingdom
    • Official site
      • World Productions (United Kingdom)
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Le code du tueur
    • Filming locations
      • Ripley, Surrey, England, UK(Narborough Village Hall)
    • Production company
      • World Productions
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    • Runtime
      • 1h 5m(65 min)
    • Color
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