Astrid et Raphaëlle (2020)
A French crime series pairing an autistic archivist with a Paris detective to unravel the most baffling unsolved cases.
Astrid et Raphaëlle - Series Information
- Original Title: Astrid et Raphaëlle
- First Air Year: 2020
- Last Air Year: 2025
- Created by: Laurent Burtin, Alexandre de Seguin
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Crime
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode (52 minutes)
- Number of Seasons: 6
- Number of Episodes: 48
- Status: Returning Series
- Original Language: French
- Spoken Languages: French
- First Air Date: March 13, 2020 (France - NR), March 13, 2020 (Brazil - 14), March 13, 2020 (Spain - 16), March 13, 2020 (South Korea - 15)
- Networks: France 2
- Alternative Titles: アストリッドとラファエル 文書係の事件録 (JP), Αστρίντ και Ραφαέλ: Φωτεινά Μυαλά (GR), 雙姝奇探 (HK), 双姝奇探 (CN), Astrid. Murder in Paris (UK), Astrid (US), 雙姝奇探 (TW), Напарницы: Астрид и Рафаэлла (RU)
- Production Companies: JLA Productions, France Télévisions, Be-FILMS, RTBF, RTS
- Production Countries: France
Astrid et Raphaëlle - Plot
Astrid Nielsen works in the library of the judicial police. She has Asperger's syndrome. With an incredible memory, she excels at analyzing files of ongoing investigations. The district commander decides to use it to the fullest, entrusting her with very complex investigations which have remained unsolved to date.
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Astrid et Raphaëlle - Cast & Crew
Creator(s)
- Laurent Burtin
- Alexandre de Seguin
Main Cast
- Sara Mortensen
- Lola Dewaere
- Benoît Michel
- Husky Kihal
- Jean-Louis Garçon
- Meledeen Yacoubi
- Jean Benoit Souilh
- Clément Lagouarde
- Lizzy Brynn
- Kengo Saïto
Writers
- Alexandre de Seguin
- Laurent Burtin
- Celine Decoox
- Joseph Lantigny
- Hélène Hassoun
Astrid et Raphaëlle - FAQs
Where can you watch Astrid et Raphaëlle online?
Astrid et Raphaëlle is available to stream in the United States on PBS and the PBS Masterpiece Amazon Channel, both offering flat-rate subscription access. The series is also known as Astrid in the US market. Check JustWatch for the most current regional availability.
Is Astrid et Raphaëlle based on a true story?
Astrid et Raphaëlle is not based on a true story. It is an original fictional French crime series created by Laurent Burtin and Alexandre de Seguin. However, its portrayal of Asperger's syndrome has been praised for its authenticity and sensitivity in depicting neurodivergent characters.
Who plays Astrid Nielsen in the series?
Swedish actress Sara Mortensen plays Astrid Nielsen, the autistic police archivist at the heart of the series. Her nuanced, deeply researched portrayal of a woman with Asperger's syndrome has earned widespread critical praise and is widely considered the standout performance of the show.
How many seasons does Astrid et Raphaëlle have?
Astrid et Raphaëlle has 6 seasons, comprising 48 episodes in total. Each season contains 8 episodes. The series premiered in March 2020 on France 2 and remains in production, with Season 6 airing in 2025, confirming its status as a Returning Series.
What is Astrid et Raphaëlle about?
The series follows Astrid Nielsen, an autistic archivist at the Paris judicial police with an extraordinary memory, who partners with detective Raphaëlle Coste to crack cold cases. Critics praise its warm character dynamic, thoughtful representation of autism, and cleverly constructed mysteries set against a Parisian backdrop.
Is Astrid et Raphaëlle still ongoing or cancelled?
Astrid et Raphaëlle is still ongoing. The series currently holds a Returning Series status and is in active production. Season 6, consisting of 8 episodes, aired in 2025 on France 2, confirming the show has not been cancelled and continues to attract a loyal audience.
Who created the French series Astrid et Raphaëlle?
Astrid et Raphaëlle was created by Laurent Burtin and Alexandre de Seguin. The writing team also includes Céline Decoox, Joseph Lantigny, Hélène Hassoun, and Mathieu Pichard-Rivalan. The series is produced by JLA Productions in association with France Télévisions, Be-FILMS, RTBF, and RTS.
What are shows similar to Astrid et Raphaëlle?
Viewers who enjoy Astrid et Raphaëlle often appreciate Scorpion (2014), a drama featuring a team of high-IQ problem solvers, Move to Heaven (2021), a Korean series exploring human dignity and disability, and Catch The Ghost (2019). The series also shares thematic DNA with Patience (2025) and Kill for Love (2020).
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