Pretty Hard Cases
A fun and honest portrayal of two radically different female detectives in their early 40s following Guns and Gangs detective Sam and Narcotics detective Kelly, who by day are true action heroes in their own particular way: skilled, tough, determined, and ruthless. But by night, they’re both grappling with loneliness, dysfunctional families, screwed-up love lives, and a sense that their professional ambitions may not be totally in line with their personal needs.
First Air Year
2021
Seasons
3
Audience Score
6.1
Genres
Comedy, Action & Adventure, Crime, Drama
Series Snapshot
A fun and honest portrayal of two radically different female detectives in their early 40s following Guns and Gangs detective Sam and Narcotics detective Kelly, who by day are true action heroes in their own particular way: skilled, tough, determined, and ruthless. But by night, they’re both grappling with loneliness, dysfunctional families, screwed-up love lives, and a sense that their professional ambitions may not be totally in line with their personal needs.
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Pretty Hard Cases is a dark pick with medium complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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Pretty Hard Cases is best for viewers who want comedy, action & adventure, crime, drama with clearer next-step recommendations.
What tone does Pretty Hard Cases have?
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Is Pretty Hard Cases easy to binge?
Pretty Hard Cases sits around medium complexity, so the best follow-up depends on whether you want something denser or something easier to keep running.
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