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If you liked Damages for characters, conflict and a 2000s feel, this page gives you similar Drama, Thriller and Mystery shows that can work as your next watch.
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Dexter
Dexter Morgan is a Miami-based blood spatter expert who doesn’t just solve murders; he commits them too. In fact, he’s a serial killer — but he only murders the guilty, so he feels justified with his lifestyle choices. His policewoman sister and his cop…
The Blacklist
Raymond “Red” Reddington, one of the FBI’s most wanted fugitives, surrenders in person at FBI Headquarters in Washington, D.C. He claims that he and the FBI have the same interests—bringing down dangerous criminals and terrorists. In the last two decades…
Fortitude
Violence comes to the isolated town of Fortitude in the Arctic Circle, one of the safest towns on Earth. As mysterious phenomena plague the town in the aftermath of a murder, the inhabitants realize that no one can be trusted... and all is not that it seems.
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The Killing (2011)
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Fargo
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How are the recommendations for Damages selected?
This list currently uses 20 matches from rating similarity. Genres such as Drama, Thriller and Mystery help keep the fallback matches close to the starting series.
Where can I stream similar series?
18 of 20 similar series currently include streaming providers. You will most often find matching shows on Disney+ (8), Netflix (7) and HBO Max (6). Availability can change, so check the provider shown directly on each recommendation card.
Are there completed series like Damages?
18 of 20 recommendations are marked as completed or ended. Examples: True Blood, Dexter and The Blacklist.