Where to Watch The Mysteries of Laura in New Zealand

Not every great procedural makes it onto the major platforms, and The Mysteries of Laura is a reminder of why it's always worth looking beyond the obvious. 2 seasons and 38 episodes of content is out there — TV Butler finds it for you instantly without the guesswork.

At its heart, The Mysteries of Laura is a procedural that understands what makes the genre work — character first, plot second. Laura Diamond, a brilliant NYPD homicide detective balances her “Columbo” day job with a crazy family life that includes two unruly twin boys and a soon-to-be ex-husband — also a cop — who just can't seem to sign the divorce papers. Between cleaning up after her boys and cleaning up the streets, she’d be the first to admit she has her “hot mess” moments in this hilariously authentic look at what it really means to be a “working mom” today. Somehow, she makes it all work with the help of her sexy and understanding partner, and things becomes even more complicated when her husband, ironically, becomes her boss at the precinct. Debra Messing and Josh Lucas lead a cast that brings real weight to the material. The series ran for 2 seasons (2014–2016), building a story that gave its audience time to invest properly.

Perfect for viewers who think they've already seen all the great crime dramas. The Mysteries of Laura is the one that tends to prove them wrong.