The French-Canadian cop show that'll ruin every American police procedural for you forever.
44 minSeason 3 • Episode 10
LatestThe precinct learns the truth about Houle and Ben’s secret investigation. Hunted from all sides, Nick pursues his personal justice at any cost.
19-2 is a riveting French-language Canadian drama series set in Montreal. The show follows two police officers, seasoned veteran Nick Barron and rural newcomer Ben Chartier, as they navigate the challenges of working in the 19th precinct. Despite their contrasting approaches to policing, the duo forms a strong partnership while facing dangerous criminals, corruption within the force, and their personal struggles. As the series unfolds, it delves into the emotional and psychological impact of their demanding profession, providing an authentic look into the lives of law enforcement officers.
Acting
Legault and Bossé have chemistry that burns slow then explodes.
Direction
That unbroken school shooting sequence in season 1 — technically flawless.
Writing
Character work so precise you'll forget it's fiction.
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
That infamous 13-minute single-take school shooting in episode 1 was actually achieved in one shot after weeks of rehearsal.
The series became a phenomenon in Quebec for its unvarnished portrayal of Montreal police, sparking real departmental conversations about mental health.
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