Women's Murder Club

TV review by Sierra Filucci, Common Sense Media
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Common Sense says

age 16+

Strong women team up to solve graphic murders.

ABC Drama 2007
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A Lot or a Little?

The parents' guide to what's in this TV show.

What Parents Need to Know

Parents need to know that this crime drama -- which is based on James Patterson's best-selling novels -- revolves around murder investigations, and the crime scenes are often graphically bloody and gruesome. Some crimes involve children or have sexual elements. Sex is also a frequent discussion topic among the characters, and there are occasional brief sex scenes (nudity is suggested, but nothing really sensitive is shown). Moderate profanity like "ass" and "bitch" is common.

Community Reviews

pccangel
pccangel Adult
April 9, 2008
not rated for age

We love it!

Excellent show! Hope it doesn't follow the true James Patterson storyline since I don't want to lose any of these actresses. Committed police detective seeks justice for victims. No graphic violence. Poor sexual choices by adults, but not the main focus by any means.
davswife
davswife Adult
April 9, 2008
not rated for age

DO NOT CANCEL MY SHOW!!!

ONCE AGAIN, NOT GIVEN A CHANCE (mostly because of the writers strike). There were too many breaks between episodes. No new show or any show actually should be cancelled follwing last seasons disasterous writer's strike that really screwed up our shows continuity. Angie Harman is an extrodinary talent and deserves all accolades she is given. It is a great show with interesting story lines and the ex-husband (Rob Estes, another extrodinary talent)being her boss and the "sexual tension" between leaves me wanting more and not able to wait until the next week. ALL FANS LOBBY TO KEEP THIS SHOW ON!!! IT DESERVES ANOTHER OPPORTUNITY TO SHOW WHAT IT IS MADE OF AND THE CHARACTERS HAVE SUCH GREAT CHEMISTRY THAT IT WOULD BE A SHAME IF THE FANS DIDN'T STAND UP FOR THEM!!!! LEAVE OUR SHOW ON!!! GIVE IT ONE MORE SEASON AT LEAST!!! WOMEN'S MURDER CLUB, WE LOVE YOU!
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What's the Story?

In WOMEN'S MURDER CLUB -- a crime drama based on novels by James Patterson -- four professional friends put their heads together to solve murders. Detective Lindsay Boxer (Angie Harmon) leads the crew, which also includes District Attorney Jill Barnhart (Laura Harris), medical examiner Claire Washburn (Paula Newsome), and reporter Cindy Thomas (Aubrey Dollar). Together, the four women piece together clues and hunches in secret collaborative sessions.

Is It Any Good?

This being a women's club, the leading ladies' personal lives are mixed in with their professional business. Boxer brainstorms about a killer's motive in one breath and complains about her ex-husband in the next. This approach is refreshing in some respects, especially since so many shows highlight competition between women instead of friendship. But the show doesn't really stretch beyond the formula that shows like CSI and Law & Order have perfected.

Murder scenes are graphic, and the camera almost lovingly lingers on bloody bodies and limp limbs; crime details are discussed in great detail throughout each episode. Occasional tense standoffs and chase scenes can be gripping and a little scary. And sex is a common topic between the ladies, with viewers occasionally seeing a peek of what goes on at home.

Talk to Your Kids About ...

  • Families can talk about the appeal of crime dramas. How is this one different from others you've seen before? How does making women the core characters change the usual crime show dynamics? Do you think the show is stereotypical in any way? How?

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