If you want a crime drama that treats its mystery as more than a puzzle, Devious Maids is available in Australia on Disney Plus, and in the US on Hulu right now. The 4-season run is exactly the right length for what it is doing. A 7/10 rating says what the writing already makes obvious: this one works. Ana Ortiz's performance alone is worth the time investment. Put it on tonight on Disney Plus and see for yourself.

Devious Maids arrived without much fanfare and built its audience the hard way — through word of mouth. The plotting in Devious Maids is tight enough that the twists feel earned rather than assembled. The series centers on four Latina maids working in the homes of Beverly Hills’ wealthiest and most powerful families, and a newcomer who made it personal after a maid was murdered and determined to uncover the truth behind her demise, and in the process become an ally in their lives. Ana Ortiz and Dania Ramirez lead a cast that never lets the mystery feel thin. It ran for 4 seasons (2013–2016), and the writing holds up across every one of them. What makes Devious Maids hold up is that the resolution matters less than how the characters get there. There is real craft here, even in the moments that do not fully land.

Viewers who think they have seen every crime drama tend to find Devious Maids proves them wrong. The Hunting Wives is the obvious comparison, but Devious Maids earns its own place alongside it. Best experienced as a single, sustained watch if your schedule allows. Ana Ortiz anchors it, but the writing does the real work. If you are going to commit to one crime drama this month, make it this one.

Devious Maids was cancelled in 2016, created by Marc Cherry — and 4 seasons are available to watch from start to finish. Find exactly where it's streaming below, and TV Butler Pro makes it effortless to track your progress as you go. Just search the name, and Butler finds it instantly, tells you which service has it, and remembers exactly where you left off.