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Ludwig hit screens to rave reviews last week - with fans hailing the irreverant murder mystery as 'the next Jonathan Creek' after just one episode. The show, which stars David Mitchell, 50, hit BBC One and BBC iPlayer on Wednesday and fans are already obsessed. In the new series, David plays John 'Ludwig' Taylor, an introverted and reclusive puzzle setter, who against his better judgement, is dragged into an exciting adventure after his identical twin brother goes missing. If you've already binged the series - possible since all episodes are available to stream - you may be looking for your next murder mystery fix. Here's our pick of the genre's five best contenders to scratch the itch.

A dramatic mixture of tension, passion, and intrigue can be obtained during period dramas. But with so many options across so many streaming services, where should you start? Well, our reporters have done the hard work for you by sifting through copies to bring you an unbeatable selection of 30 options that will take you back to the excitement and passion of long-past eras.