The Formula behind Detective Stories on TV

Detective stories have always been a favorite in literature, and now they are one of the most popular genres in TV films and series

 mystery and intrigue that captivates viewers and keeps them in suspense

The hero, detective

charismatic and fearless/

 his uncanny ability to uncover the truth

the action and adventure

exotic settings

 the simple fact that the viewer knows the hero will triumph over the villain in the end? 

known as formula films

 the hero will confront dangerous villains

there will be complicated steps

 they are challenged to try to figure out the mystery before the detective

 a courageous individual with superior intelligence

the gruff and serious detective

the hero in detective comedies is a naïve and clumsy character 

 the villain’s identity is a mystery

there are stereotypical villains: cold-blooded, greedy criminals, evil geniuses, 

have physical or psychological defects

uses special talents in intellectual reasoning or has help from technological devices

 magnifying glass to sophisticated DNA analysis

an explosive pen, a laser watch, or a computerized, talking vehicle! 

 high-speed chases 

cars, motorcycles, helicopters, speed boats,