Polish Crime Drama 'Crusade' Debuts on Channel 4's Walter Presents
Channel 4's acclaimed Walter Presents streaming service continues to deliver exceptional foreign-language content, with the latest addition being the Polish police procedural Crusade. Originally titled Krucjata in its native Poland, where it first aired in 2022, this dark and brooding thriller invites viewers into the opulent apartments and exclusive celebrity hotspots of Warsaw.
A Grisly Case Unfolds into a City-Wide Conspiracy
Directed by Łukasz Ostalski, Crusade follows homicide detective Jan Góra Mandżaro, portrayed by Julian Swiezewski, and his Warsaw police unit as they investigate a series of brutal crimes. The case begins with the grim murder of a young woman, whose body shows signs of partial consumption. When the killer is apprehended while fleeing to Estonia, carrying a bizarre manifesto, the authorities realize they are dealing with something far more extensive than a single homicide.
What ensues is a wave of carnage across the city, with a string of seemingly disconnected crimes targeting high-profile public figures. The victims include a prominent banker, a celebrated television journalist, a politician, and even a judge from a popular TV talent show. Detective Mandżaro soon pieces together that these attacks are not random but part of a sweeping, city-wide conspiracy, forcing him to pursue gruesome leads to uncover the ultimate truth.
Walter Presents Curator Praises Polish Drama
Walter Iuzzolino, the curator of Walter Presents, expressed his enthusiasm for adding Crusade to the Channel 4 platform. 'I have always been a fan of Polish drama, and Crusade is a perfect addition to our substantial and ever-expanding slate of the best Eastern European titles on the market,' he stated. 'It is an intoxicating cocktail of gritty and glamorous, fast pace and twisted – a brilliant show which will keep you glued to the screen.'
Previously available on Netflix, the 13-episode first season of Crusade is now streaming on Channel 4 with English subtitles, timed perfectly for a weekend binge-watch. While a second season aired in Poland last year, only the inaugural season is currently accessible to UK audiences.
More Crime Drama Options on Channel 4
If you devour all 13 episodes of Crusade, Channel 4 offers additional crime drama content to satisfy your appetite. The broadcaster recently introduced the Italian detective series Lolita Lobosco, set in the picturesque seaside town of Bari. Beneath its charming, postcard-perfect exterior lies a world of dark misdeeds, making it another compelling watch for thriller enthusiasts.
For those seeking alternative streaming options this weekend, consider:
- Vanished on Amazon Prime Video: A new four-part series starring Kaley Cuoco and Sam Claflin, exploring a sudden disappearance.
- Bridgerton Season 4 Part 2 on Netflix: Prepare for emotional twists that readers of the books may anticipate.
- Scrubs on Disney Plus: The beloved medical comedy-drama, which originally ran from 2001 to 2010, returns with a reboot featuring John Michael 'J.D.' Dorian and his colleagues.
Crusade exemplifies the high-quality international programming that Walter Presents consistently delivers, blending gritty realism with glamorous settings to create a captivating viewing experience. Dive into this Polish thriller and uncover the conspiracy gripping Warsaw.
