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Zen

TV·2011–2011·BBC One·Drama, Crime, Mystery·1h 30m·7.9

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Drama series centred around Rome detective Aurelio Zen, who finds it tough being the only honest cop in town. Plotting politicians, a stressed-out boss and vengeful gangsters don't make it easy.

Cast

Rufus SewellRufus SewellAurelio ZenCaterina MurinoCaterina MurinoTania MorettiStanley TownsendStanley TownsendMoscatiBen MilesBen MilesAmedeo ColonnaVincent RiottaVincent RiottaGiorgio de AngelisCatherine SpaakCatherine SpaakDonata

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