Wasn't sure I was going to like this, it was a little slow int the beginning but I was soon hooked. I watched all the episodes in about 5 days and am non-patiently waiting for season 4 to come out!! Right up there with The Killing for me, which is probably my fav crime show!

This a very well made drama, beautiful scenery and good story lines. What raises it above the ordinary is Henshall, who is very good indeed. He carries the programme, although the guest stars are of a good quality. This show will be too slow for some people and I have too say that the regular cast apart from Julie Graham are a little below the required quality needed to make this a classic, having said that the whole programme is worth watching for the excellent Henshall.

Authentic, original and extremely entertaining. Shetland is a well-kept secret in the US. Wonderfully written and acted. Equals Sherlock. Guest stars are amazing and among the elite in the UK. Just watched season 3 and binged the entire 6 episodes in a few days. Its one-story line kept me going until the end. Unpredictable and lovely. Love this show.

I loved this series! The characters are multi-dimensional, the plots are always very suspenseful without being gruesome. I saw someone else say the show sometimes moved slow (although enjoyable) and I would say the pace is perfect because the viewer is allowed to think alongside DI Perez. The acting is superb. So is the cinematography. I am so looking forward to the next season as it's become a favorite in my household!