Liev Schreiber and Stephen Graham Star in Apple TV+ Serial Killer Thriller ‘Nocturne’ Based on Lars Kepler Novels

Apple TV+ continues to expand its thriller slate with “Nocturne,” a new series starring Liev Schreiber and Stephen Graham. Created by Rowan Joffé and adapted from Lars Kepler’s bestselling crime novels “Lazarus” and “The Sandman,” the show centers on Jonah Lynn (Schreiber), a former homicide detective who has withdrawn from society after a traumatic case. Graham plays Jurek Walter, a notorious serial killer whose capture years earlier came at great personal cost to Lynn. When a new victim emerges bearing Walter’s signature, Lynn is pulled back into the investigation, forced to confront the monster he helped put away—and the possibility that the wrong man may be behind bars. The series distinguishes itself through its psychological depth and the magnetic performances of its leads. Schreiber brings a haunted vulnerability to Lynn, while Graham’s Walter is chillingly calm and manipulative. The cat-and-mouse dynamic between the two men drives the narrative, raising questions about memory, guilt, and the nature of evil. Joffé’s direction leans into Nordic noir aesthetics, with stark Scandinavian landscapes and a moody score that amplify the tension. For fans of crime drama, “Nocturne” offers a fresh take on familiar tropes, blending police procedural elements with a deeply personal story of obsession and redemption. The source material, from the husband-and-wife writing duo behind the Joona Linna series, provides a rich foundation of twists that will keep viewers guessing until the final frame. With Apple TV+ investing heavily in prestige genre content, “Nocturne” is poised to be one of the platform’s standout offerings this season. Early reviews praise the series for its gripping storytelling and strong performances, positioning it as a must-watch for subscribers. The adaptation’s focus on character psychology over cheap scares sets it apart in a crowded field. As streaming wars intensify, “Nocturne” could be the next big hit for Apple TV+.