If you want a crime drama that treats its mystery as more than a puzzle, The Sinner is available in Australia on Netflix, and in the US on Netflix right now. Across 4 seasons, the show has had time to find its rhythm and keep it. 1,262 viewers have already rated it on TMDB — the kind of consensus that does not happen by accident. Watch Bill Pullman work — the performance is a masterclass in restraint. Put it on tonight on Netflix and see for yourself.

Whatever else is competing for your attention this week, The Sinner is worth clearing space for. At its heart, The Sinner understands what makes crime drama work — character first, plot second. In a small New York town, a haunted detective hunts for answers about perplexing crimes while wrestling with his own demons. Bill Pullman and Frances Fisher lead a cast that gives the tension real weight. The series ran for 4 seasons (2017–2021), building a story that gave its audience time to invest properly. What makes The Sinner 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 The Sinner proves them wrong. Fans of Sharp Objects will recognise the sensibility here immediately. It is a manageable watch, easy to fit into a single week. Bill Pullman's performance is the kind that shows up on best-of lists years later. If you have been looking for something to fill the gap left by a recently finished story, this is a reliable answer.

The Sinner wrapped up in 2021, created by Derek Simonds — 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.