

9.058 minSeason 1 • Episode 8
LatestJoe tries to maneuver Dianne into a trap, and the fate of his family hangs in the balance.
Family man Joe Petrus is living the American dream with his fiancé and step-kids. However, unbeknownst to them, Joe was involved in a mysterious crime three years ago and now his dangerous past is about to catch up with him. When a killer starts targeting the crew behind the crime, Joe realizes it's only a matter of time before his family is targeted. He returns to London to track down his old gang and find out who is coming after them.
Editing
Non-linear structure that actually earns its confusion
Acting
Nathan Stewart-Jarrett's desperate dad energy is *chef's kiss*
Costume
The killer's mask is simple nightmare fuel
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
J Blakeson directs every episode himself—a rarity in British TV that gives Culprits its uncompromising visual coherence.
The 'Brain/Muscle/Specialist/Driver' codenames deliberately echo Reservoir Dogs' color system, but with job-function replacing identity entirely.