Strasbourg’s most anxious detective blends medical neuroses with sharp police work in this hit French dramedy.
Series Analysis:
Captain César Wagner isn't just fighting crime in Strasbourg; he is constantly battling his own phantom illnesses. This hypochondriac detective brings a distinct neurosis to the standard police procedural, balancing murder investigations with an overbearing mother who happens to be the Mayor. The dynamic between Wagner and the unamused medical examiner Elise Beaumont provides the sharp friction needed to keep the investigations grounded. Following a finale that left the team’s future hanging in the balance, fans are stuck in an agonizing limbo awaiting renewal news. The silence from France 2 is more stress-inducing than a crowded waiting room during flu season. To keep your blood pressure in check while we wait for the diagnosis on the show's future, setting a reminder for the next season is the only prescription you need.
Tone: Neurotic, Offbeat, Sharp
Last Updated: July 2025