The Tunnel (2013)
A tense Anglo-French crime thriller where two detectives, divided by culture and language, must unite to stop a killer who operates between two worlds.
The Tunnel - Series Information
- Original Title: The Tunnel
- First Air Year: 2013
- Last Air Year: 2018
- Created by: Ben Richards
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Action, Adventure, Crime, Drama, Mystery
- Content Rating (US): TV-14
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode: 42 minutes
- Number of Seasons: 3
- Number of Episodes: 24
- Status: Ended
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: French, English
- First Air Date: October 16, 2013 (United States - TV-14), October 16, 2013 (Germany - 16), October 16, 2013 (France - 12), October 16, 2013 (Australia - MA 15+), October 16, 2013 (Mexico - D), October 16, 2013 (Spain - 16)
- Networks: Sky Atlantic, Canal+
- Alternative Titles: The Tunnel: Sabotage (UK), THE TUNNEL／トンネル 国境に落ちた血 (JP)
- Production Companies: Kudos, Canal+
- Production Countries: United Kingdom, France
The Tunnel - Plot
The plot follows detectives Karl Roebuck and Elise Wasserman working together to find a serial killer who left the upper-half body of a French politician and the lower-half of a British prostitute in the Channel Tunnel, at the midpoint between France and the UK. They later learn that the killer—who comes to be nicknamed the "Truth Terrorist"—is on a moral crusade to highlight many social problems, terrorising both countries in the process
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The Tunnel - Cast & Crew
Creator(s)
- Ben Richards
Main Cast
- Stephen Dillane
- Clémence Poésy
- Thibault de Montalembert
- Cédric Vieira
- Angel Coulby
- William Ash
- Tobi Bakare
- Joseph Mawle
- Tom Bateman
- Sigrid Bouaziz
Writers
- Emilia di Girolamo
- Chris Lang
- Louise Ironside
- John Jackson
- Jamie Crichton
The Tunnel - FAQs
Is The Tunnel based on a true story?
The Tunnel is not based on a true story. It is a fictional crime thriller and an Anglo-French remake of the acclaimed Scandinavian series Broen/Bron (The Bridge). The Channel Tunnel setting and the cross-border detective partnership are invented, though the social issues the killer highlights reflect real-world concerns.
Where can you stream The Tunnel?
The Tunnel is available to stream on PBS and PBS Masterpiece Amazon Channel, as well as WETA+. It can be purchased or rented on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home. Free viewing with ads is available on KQED, and it is also accessible for free on Hoopla.
Is The Tunnel a remake of another series?
Yes. The Tunnel is a British-French remake of the Danish-Swedish series Broen/Bron (The Bridge, 2011). The core concept — a body found at the exact border between two countries, forcing detectives from each nation to collaborate — is transplanted to the Channel Tunnel between England and France.
Who are the lead actors in The Tunnel?
The Tunnel stars Stephen Dillane as British detective Karl Roebuck and Clémence Poésy as French detective Élise Wassermann. Supporting cast includes Thibault de Montalembert, Angel Coulby, Joseph Mawle, Tom Bateman, William Ash, Tobi Bakare, Cédric Vieira, and Sigrid Bouaziz.
How many seasons does The Tunnel have?
The Tunnel ran for three seasons totalling 24 episodes. Season 1 comprised 10 episodes, Season 2 (subtitled Sabotage) had 8 episodes, and Season 3 (subtitled Vengeance) concluded the series with 6 episodes. The show aired between 2013 and 2018 before ending.
What is The Tunnel about?
The Tunnel follows British detective Karl Roebuck and French detective Élise Wassermann, who are forced to collaborate after a body is discovered at the exact midpoint of the Channel Tunnel. The killer, dubbed the "Truth Terrorist," stages crimes to expose deep social failures across both nations.
Was The Tunnel well received by critics?
The Tunnel earned strong critical praise, particularly for the chemistry between Stephen Dillane and Clémence Poésy and its atmospheric tension. Critics highlighted its intelligent writing and compelling cross-cultural dynamic. It was widely regarded as one of the better European crime drama adaptations produced for British television.
What is the content rating for The Tunnel?
The Tunnel is rated TV-14 in the United States, indicating content that may be unsuitable for children under 14. The series contains mature themes including violence, crime, and social commentary. International ratings vary: it is rated 16 in Germany and Spain, 12 in France, and MA 15+ in Australia.
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