If you want a crime drama that treats its mystery as more than a puzzle, The Listener is available in Australia on Amazon Prime Video, and in the US on Amazon Prime Video and Fawesome right now. 5 seasons means there is plenty to get through without ever feeling padded. 118 viewers have already rated it on TMDB — the kind of consensus that does not happen by accident. Craig Olejnik anchors it, but the writing does the real work. Put it on tonight on Amazon Prime Video and see for yourself.

The Listener is not trying to be everything to everyone, and that focus is exactly what makes it work. The plotting in The Listener is tight enough that the twists feel earned rather than assembled. Toby Logan is a highly skilled paramedic with a secret – he can read minds. Toby never really knew his parents and grew up in foster care, this coupled with his secret, which he shares with no one, has made him a bit of a loner. Until now, Toby has kept his ability hidden, exploring its possibilities only with his long time mentor and confidante Dr. The writing gets a boost from Craig Olejnik and Ennis Esmer, who sell every scene they're in. 5 seasons (2009–2014) gave the story room most shows never get. The plot mechanics of The Listener never overwhelm the human cost underneath them. There is real craft here, even in the moments that do not fully land.

If you cannot walk away from a good mystery, The Listener will keep you hooked. Viewers who responded to Starsky & Hutch will find a lot to like here too. It is a manageable watch, easy to fit into a single week. Watch Craig Olejnik work — it is a masterclass in the genre. Few crime dramas earn their twists this consistently.

The Listener was cancelled in 2014 — and 5 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.