Apple TVMurder in the First (2014)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Viewer Rating
Rating: 6.6
Overview
Murder in the First follows homicide detectives Terry English and Hildy Mulligan as they investigate a multitude of tragedies in San Francisco.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Apple TV
Google PlayBias Dimensions
Political: Strong Left
Diversity: Low
LGBTQ: Positive
Overview
Murder in the First follows homicide detectives Terry English and Hildy Mulligan as they investigate a multitude of tragedies in San Francisco.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Apple TVGoogle PlayDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Primary
The film's central thesis explicitly critiques the systemic cruelty and dehumanization within the prison system, championing the rights of the individual against institutional abuse.
The film features a cast that is primarily traditional, with no explicit race or gender swaps of established roles. Its narrative critiques the justice system and the treatment of prisoners, but does not frame traditional identities negatively or center on explicit DEI themes.
Secondary
Murder in the First features a positive portrayal of an LGBTQ+ character through Inspector Hildy Mulligan's relationship with a woman. This arc is handled with dignity, treating the relationship as a normal and integral part of her life. The show avoids stereotypes, presenting her identity respectfully and affirming the worth of her queer relationship within the narrative.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
Murder in the First is an original crime drama series. Its characters were created specifically for the show and do not have pre-established genders from prior source material, historical records, or previous adaptations. Therefore, no gender swaps occur.
This is an original television series that premiered in 2014, not an adaptation of pre-existing material or a biopic. All characters were newly created for the show, thus precluding any race swaps from prior established versions.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
6.6
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
User Ratings
7.3
5.8
Critic Ratings
N/A
6.8
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