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Prime Suspect

Jane Timoney, an iconoclastic female detective, must make her bones in a tough New York precinct that is dominated by men.

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Maria Bello
Detective Jane Timoney
Brían F. O'Byrne
Detective Reg Duffy
Kirk Acevedo
Detective Luisito Calderon

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Episode 1

Pilot

Thu, Sep 22, 201144 mins

Jane gets a rough start in her new New York homicide squad when she questions her new colleagues' work on a mysterious murder case. After complaining to her lieutenant about not getting cases, Jane manages to find a unique angle to help solve a crime. Meanwhile, Jane goes to her father for advice.

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Awards

  • 2012 - People's Choice Award - Favorite New TV Drama - nominated
  • 2012 - GMS Award - Best Music Supervision for Television - winner

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