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    Brazilian Crime TV Shows

    The 40 most popular brazilian crime TV shows, ranked. Click any show for ratings, reviews, trailers, and where to watch.

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    The Next Victim
    TMDB3.7

    The Next Victim

    1995 · BR

    A young law student starts to work as a detective, decided to uncover the identity behind a series of murders, as well as who is next.

    Brazil Avenue
    TMDB4.1

    Brazil Avenue

    2012 · BR

    Brazil Avenue is a dynamic, lifelike, and modern telenovela that reveals how unrelenting ambition and inflicted cruelty can change a young girl’s destiny and lead her to seek revenge.

    Land of Desire
    TMDB3.2

    Land of Desire

    2023 · BR

    When her husband is killed in a land grabbing attempt, Aline takes charge of cultivating his land and protecting his family. Facing the powerful Antonio La Selva, responsible for the death of her husband and the largest landowner in the region, Aline is determined to keep possession of her land and invest in its production. However, she didn't expect that she would fall in love with Daniel, son of her rival, who is at odds with his rebellious half-brother, Caio, who, in turn, also falls in love with the girl. In the interior of Brazil, Aline will have to fight two battles: the dispute for her lands and for her heart.

    Sweet Diva
    TMDB3.6

    Sweet Diva

    2019 · BR

    Maria da Paz is a committed baker who becomes a wealthy businesswoman twenty years after a tragedy strikes on the day of her wedding to Amadeu. From this broken union a baby is born, Jô, who seeks power and despises her mother’s humble origins. Afraid that her parents’ reunion might spoil her plans, Jô starts an alliance with the charming Régis to convince Maria to marry him and, together, they plan to steal all of Maria’s fortune. In this exciting telenovela written by Emmy Awards winner Walcyr Carrasco, Maria’s optimism must be stronger than Jô’s ambition when the baker finds out about the betrayal and her own daughter’s dangerous secrets.

    Edge of Desire
    TMDB3.6

    Edge of Desire

    2017 · BR

    An ambitious woman who, for love, abandons Law School and ends up in the criminal world. A policewoman who dreams about becominga MMA championwhile fighting organized crime. A young dreamer torn between finding true love and her search for freedom. Written by International Emmy Award winner Gloria Perez, "Edge of Desire" presents three strong-willed women that have one thing in common: the tenacity to fight for what they want.

    Chamas da Vida
    TMDB3.1

    Chamas da Vida

    2008 · BR

    This telenovela is full of secrets. The plot releases love stories, hate, friendship, revenge, friendship, hate and many surprises. The exciting story of Flame of Life shows a love growing interest started in two childhood friends who haven’t seen each other for many years and are bring back together in a tragic moment.

    Volta por Cima
    TMDB3.0

    Volta por Cima

    2024 · BR

    Through the stories of Madá, Jão and Osmar, the work talks about achievements and the price we are willing to pay for them.

    Rules of the Game
    TMDB2.8

    Rules of the Game

    2015 · BR

    Discussing the limits between good and bad, the plot is set in Rio de Janeiro and tells the story of Romero Rômulo (Alexandre Nero), an ex-politician that has a life less obvious then it seems.

    A Mother's Love
    TMDB3.6

    A Mother's Love

    2019 · BR

    Lurdes is a mother of five who tirelessly seeks for Domenico, a child of hers who was sold by his own father 26 years ago; Thelma is an overprotective mother who finds out she has a terminal illness, and must race against time to make her dreams come true and prepare her son for a life without her presence; Vitória is a successful lawyer who sees the end of her marriage after countless failed attempts to have a baby and decides for adoption, but finds out she is pregnant during the process. In "A Mother's Love", the lives of these women are intertwined while they recognize themselves in the unconditional love provided by motherhood.

    Elas por Elas
    TMDB4.0

    Elas por Elas

    1982 · BR

    Seven high school friends reunite after 20 years. Memories of the past and coincidences of the present reveal the secrets and affections that bind the women and their families.

    Pecado Mortal
    TMDB3.0

    Pecado Mortal

    2013 · BR

    No overview available

    A Life Worth Living
    TMDB3.8

    A Life Worth Living

    2019 · BR

    A dreamy seamstress and mother of three's life is turned upside down when she's wrongly diagnosed with a terminal disease along with an actually terminally ill wealthy book publisher.

    Orphans of a Nation
    TMDB2.9

    Orphans of a Nation

    2019 · BR

    Laila is a Syrian victim of a bombing who agrees to marry a powerful sheikh in exchange for money to save her little brother's life. However, plans change due to the tragic death of the child. Laila and her family flee to start a new life in distant lands. Abandoned and enraged, the sheikh sends Jamil, his right-hand man, in search of the bride, but could not imagine he would fail to obey his command and fall madly in love with her. This forbidden love will be tested when the sheikh's daughter decides to take revenge after her father's mysterious death. From Emmy winners Thelma Guedes and Duca Rachid, ‘Orphans of a Nation’ tells a beautiful love story in the current context of refugees from around the world.

    Impure
    TMDB3.8

    Impure

    2018 · BR

    Rio de Janeiro, during the 90's. Evandro dreams about becoming a great businessman, but ends up entering the world of crime and making an empire out of his criminal organization. His business skills and leadership abilities draw the attention of Morello, a federal police officer with a self-destructive behavior who sees in Evandro a worthy enemy. Two strategists that share the love for danger. The hunt down begins.

    Brava Gente
    TMDB4.2

    Brava Gente

    2000 · BR

    Brava Gente was a television series aired by TV Globo in Brazil between 2000 and 2003, initially as a special year-end. The program was adapted from stories and national stories, and plays by famous playwrights, screenwriters and signed by a number represented by several actors and actresses. The genres of the stories varied each week with the style of each director or author. Brava Gente in the stories ranged from comedies and dramas. In all 53 episodes were shown, broadcast on Tuesday nights.

    Sinal de Alerta
    TMDB3.9

    Sinal de Alerta

    1978 · BR

    No overview available

    O Grito
    TMDB3.9

    O Grito

    1975 · BR

    No overview available

    Dinheiro Vivo

    TMDB4.5

    Dinheiro Vivo

    1979 · BR

    No overview available

    Topíssima
    TMDB4.1

    Topíssima

    2019 · BR

    No overview available

    O Rebu
    TMDB3.0

    O Rebu

    1974 · BR

    No overview available

    City of God: The Fight Rages On
    TMDB3.8

    City of God: The Fight Rages On

    2024 · BR

    Twenty years after City of God, Buscapé recounts how conflicts between police, traffickers, and militias impacted the community.

    DOM
    TMDB3.6

    DOM

    2021 · BR

    A father who never stopped fighting against drugs. A son who never stopped using them. Two sides of the same coin. Victor is a cop who has fought all his life to curb cocaine trafficking. His son is a drug addict who has become one of the most wanted burglars in Rio de Janeiro. Will a father’s love be enough to save his son’s life?

    Scars of Beauty
    TMDB4.1

    Scars of Beauty

    2025 · BR

    Two families, two terrible injustices, and one common plan for revenge. A daughter who loses her mother is wrongly imprisoned and murdered in prison. A mother who loses her daughter is the victim of medical malpractice. Both join forces to take revenge on those who destroyed their families.

    Magnifica 70
    TMDB3.8

    Magnifica 70

    2015 · BR

    A man bored with his reality, works in the São Paulo government censorship department, is married to Isabel, but falls in love with Dora Dumar, an actress of the films he has the obligation to censor.

    Verônica com K
    TMDB5.0

    Verônica com K

    2026 · BR

    The plot follows a Black lawyer and favela resident who gets involved with organized crime.

    Sintonia
    TMDB4.1

    Sintonia

    2019 · BR

    Told through three different characters' perspectives, the story of Sintonia explores the interconnection of the music, drug traffic, and religion in São Paulo. In the quest to be somebody, many paths will converge.

    Carcereiros
    TMDB4.2

    Carcereiros

    2017 · BR

    Inspired by the work of Dráuzio Varella, the Cannes-award-winning series presents the perspective of prison guard Adriano, who lives amidst walls, bars, weapons, and threats.

    Rulers of Fortune
    TMDB4.1

    Rulers of Fortune

    2025 · BR

    A young man aspires to rise through the ranks of Rio's gambling underworld — unaware of the dangerous game of betrayal, lust and blood that awaits him.

    Justice: Misconduct
    TMDB3.8

    Justice: Misconduct

    2024 · BR

    No overview available

    Avenida Paulista
    TMDB4.2

    Avenida Paulista

    1982 · BR

    The miniseries portrays the greed for money, power and prestige through the rise and fall of Alex Torres, a consequence of the schemes of the unscrupulous banker Frederico Scorza.

    Habeas Corpus
    TMDB3.6

    Habeas Corpus

    2026 · BR

    A renowned law professor and a team of students attempt to prove the innocence of a convicted man, but the brightest student is secretly connected to his past.

    Guerreiros do Sol
    TMDB4.3

    Guerreiros do Sol

    2025 · BR

    The story of two country folk, Josué and Rosa, and how they meet to become one of the most famous cangaceiro couples of all time.

    João Juca Jr.

    TMDB4.0

    João Juca Jr.

    1970 · BR

    No overview available

    Criminal Code
    TMDB3.8

    Criminal Code

    2023 · BR

    To crack the code of an investigation into a larger-than-life robbery, federal agents need to get creative.

    Internal Affairs
    TMDB2.8

    Internal Affairs

    2009 · BR

    The day-to-day operations of the law enforcement agency that investigates crimes committed by the police itself.

    August Street
    TMDB3.2

    August Street

    2018 · BR

    Mika is a stripper trying to rebuild her life after a troubled and mysterious past. She goes to work in the bustling Rua Augusta, in São Paulo, where she is a dancer at Boate Love and has fun at night club Hell. On one of these nights, the young woman's fate intersects with that of a powerful businessman's son, which changes her life forever.

    Um Dia Qualquer
    TMDB5.0

    Um Dia Qualquer

    2020 · BR

    No overview available

    Double Crossed: Sooner or Later, You'll Pay the Price
    TMDB4.1

    Double Crossed: Sooner or Later, You'll Pay the Price

    2024 · BR

    Raimundo and Serginho are partners in a life of committing robberies. When Raimundo decides to leave the life of crime, he is convinced by Serginho to take part in one last heist, unaware that their target is their boss, Bruna. The robbery spirals out of control and places the three of them in a cruel, vengeful cycle.

    Good Morning, Verônica
    TMDB3.6

    Good Morning, Verônica

    2020 · BR

    While hunting for a dating-site predator, an underused cop discovers a husband and wife with a horrific secret — and a web of conspiracy hiding it.

    Cangaço Novo
    TMDB3.9

    Cangaço Novo

    2023 · BR

    Adrift and desperately needing money to pay for his ailing adoptive father's care, Ubaldo, a bank clerk who's unable to remember his childhood, receives an inheritance that will change his destiny for good. He goes to Cratará, in the heart of the northwest desert, where he'll become the leader of a pack of ruthless bandits, fulfilling the legacy of his biological father - a mythical cangaceiro.

    About Brazilian Crime TV Shows

    Brazilian television

    Brazilian television is built on the telenovela, produced at enormous scale and with a broader social range than the format's reputation suggests.

    Crime

    Crime is arguably television's defining genre, spanning the weekly procedural, the single-case anthology, and the sprawling organized-crime epic. The serialized form suits investigation better than film ever has.

    In this list

    Years covered
    1970–2026
    Best reviewed
    Sintonia (8.2)
    Often also
    Drama, Soap, Comedy
    Longest run
    6 seasons

    Common questions

    What are the best Brazilian crime TV shows?
    By popularity across Flickfolio and TMDB, the top picks right now are The Next Victim, Brazil Avenue, and Land of Desire. The full ranked list of 40 sits above — open any show for ratings, reviews, and streaming availability.
    How is this list ranked?
    Brazilian crime TV shows are ordered by overall popularity, which blends how often a title is viewed, searched, and logged. It updates as viewing habits shift, so the list reflects what people are actually watching rather than a fixed critical canon.
    Where can I watch these TV shows?
    Every show page lists current streaming, rental, and purchase options for your region, alongside community ratings and reviews from Flickfolio members.

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