Downton Abbey actor set to star in new Netflix detective series

Importance Score: 20 / 100 🔵

New True Crime Series ‘Dept. Q’ Starring Matthew Goode to Debut on Netflix

Fans of true crime dramas on Netflix will be thrilled to hear about the upcoming premiere of Dept. Q (Department Q), a new series slated for release this year. The show features Matthew Goode, recognized for his role in Downton Abbey, and Trainspotting icon Kelly MacDonald. Goode will take the lead as Detective Carl Morck in this highly anticipated crime series.

Adaptation and Setting

This eight-part series is based on the acclaimed book series by author Jussi Adler-Olsen and is scheduled to launch on Netflix next month. While the original novels are set in Copenhagen, the television adaptation shifts the location to the Scottish capital. The project is helmed by showrunner Scott Frank, known for his work on The Queen’s Gambit.

Plot Introduction: Detective Carl Morck and Department Q

What can viewers expect from Dept. Q? The narrative begins after a violent incident dramatically alters the life of DCI Carl Morck. As a result, he is reassigned to a newly formed cold case unit named Department Q. Initially content with the perceived quietude of his new post, Detective Morck’s innate investigative drive soon resurfaces.

Product

4K Ultra HD Portable Foldable Projector Screen 100/120 Inch 16:9 with Stand & Carry Bag, Lightweight 1.5 Gain Polyester Material for Indoor Outdoor Home Theater ...
? Coupon price [$42.96]

Buy Now
Product

[Stylish PU Jacket] Stylish Modern Mens Outdoor PU Jacket - Warm Fleece-Lined Motorcycle Coat, Tough Guy
? Coupon price [$34.29]

Buy Now
Product

UNZHUO MAKE Mens High-Top Camouflage Work Boots - Non-Slip, Durable for Hiking, Outdoor & Mountaineering, Nylon Upper, Rubber Sole, EVA Insole
? Coupon price [$48.40]

Buy Now

Scott Frank’s Vision for Matthew Goode in Lead Role

Showrunner Scott Frank shared his perspective on casting Matthew Goode in the central role for this Netflix endeavor. “Matthew just embodied the character,” Frank explained. “I was writing with him specifically in mind. I was confident in his ability to portray this character, bringing both a sharp intellect and a certain toughness, while also capturing emotional depth without resorting to melodrama.”

Goode’s Perspective on the Character

Matthew Goode commented on his collaboration with Frank, stating to Tudum, “This marks the second instance where Scott has entrusted me with a role that might seem unconventional casting. In The Lookout, his directorial debut in 2007, he cast me as a Kansas bank robber, a character type that doesn’t immediately spring to mind for me. Similarly, with this role, I wouldn’t have automatically envisioned myself in this particular kind of part.”

Notable Supporting Cast

The series boasts a strong ensemble cast, including Mark Bonnar (Guilt), Shirley Henderson (Bridget Jones), Jamie Sives (Crime), and Kate Dickie (Inside Man). Matthew Goode, it’s worth noting, previously portrayed Antony Armstrong-Jones in season two of The Crown. Kelly MacDonald, recognized for her performances in Trainspotting, Brave, and Nanny McPhee, will play Dr. Rachel Irving.

Fan Excitement Builds Ahead of Premiere

In anticipation of the premiere, Netflix released several still images from Dept. Q, intensifying viewer anticipation. Social media reactions reflect considerable enthusiasm. One Instagram user exclaimed, “Omg matthew goode!!” Another added Matthew Goode to their watch list, while another expressed eager anticipation for his return to the screen in 2025.

Premiere Date Confirmed

Dept. Q is scheduled to premiere on Netflix on May 29, 2025.


🕐 Top News in the Last Hour By Importance Score

# Title 📊 i-Score
1 NASA’s supersonic X-59 jet that could slash NYC-London flight time in half taxis closer to take off 🔴 78 / 100
2 ‘The ghost of Epstein is haunting Trump’s presidency’: inside the ‘Maga’ revolt 🔴 78 / 100
3 UK health chiefs' urgent warning after outbreak of paralysing botulism infections is linked to popular cosmetic treatment 🔴 78 / 100
4 Best Live TV Streaming Services of 2025 🔴 75 / 100
5 ServiceNow’s acquisition of Moveworks is reportedly being reviewed over antitrust concerns 🔴 72 / 100
6 Holidaymakers told to 'never wear' 2 items at airport or risk delays 🔴 65 / 100
7 'The village will die' – Italy looks for answers to decline in number of babies 🔴 65 / 100
8 Is now the time to view luxury brands as cheap thrills? 🔴 65 / 100
9 Heston Blumenthal says 'I licked the Taj Mahal once' as he shares mental health battle 🔵 55 / 100
10 Chrissy Metz Shares Update on Mandy Moore After Losing Home to Fires 🔵 52 / 100

View More Top News ➡️