Petrichor
Petrichor
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Petrichor

"Dig deeper for the truth, fall harder for the love"

8.5
Yr 2024
Status Ended
Mystery Drama Crime
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Series Brief

Overview

Police Captain Tul and Dr. Cheran work together to investigate a series of mysterious cases, uncovering hidden secrets while pursuing a serial killer linked to a string of unpredictable crimes.

Critical Reception

What critics are saying

Score 82 /100

Critical reception for the Thai procedural drama Petrichor is generally positive, with reviewers praising the series for effectively balancing a serious crime mystery with compelling character dynamics and heavy thematic depth.

Commentators noted that the show treats its romantic subplot between main characters Tul and Cheran with equal gravity to its central cases, allowing their bond to evolve naturally. Critics also highlighted the early standalone murder investigations, noting that while they utilize classic procedural tropes, they deliver unique twists capable of engaging even experienced viewers of criminal investigation dramas.

“Petrichor treats the criminal mystery seriously as serious as the romantic aspect between Tul and Cherran.”

“The first few standalone murder cases all felt very classic, but they came with unique twists that gave even the most seasoned criminal investigation viewers something new to consider.”

““Petrichor” has definitely grabbed my attention with its great storyline, the subtle dynamics between the characters including the bad guys, and how it deals with some pretty heavy themes.”

Transmission Paths

Where to Watch

iQIYI
CA
Why fans love it

Adaptations based on a novel often carry a distinct weight, and this 2024 crime drama uses that foundation to blend a dark murder mystery with an earnest girls' love romance. The story follows Police Captain Tul and Dr. Cheran as they team up to investigate a series of mysterious, unpredictable cases. As they pursue a relentless serial killer, the narrative balances the grim realities of death and hidden secrets with an awestruck, sincere LGBT dynamic between its leads.

Fans of the genre respond to how the show maintains genuine thriller suspense without sidelining its romantic core. Powered by a cast that features Engfa Waraha, the series treats both its procedural elements and its central relationship with equal seriousness. It stands out by giving viewers a dark, unpredictable crime story wrapped around a deeply earnest GL connection.

Production Board

Crew

Assistant Director
Nattapong Arunnate
Director
Pongsatorn Thongjaroen Pannares Ruchirananta
Creator
Sammon
Screenplay
Sammon
Novel
SixTeenSeven
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Keywords

based on novel or book murder romance death lgbt girls' love (gl) thriller awestruck earnest
Technical Sheet

Details

First Aired
November 23, 2024
Status
Ended
Origin
TH
TMDB Votes
42