Cast
Crew
D
DJ Slow
Original Music Composer
S
Samuli Laiho
Original Music Composer
J
Juha Virtala
Gaffer
H
Hannele Herttua
Makeup Designer
P
Panu Riikonen
Sound Designer
J
Jari Mutikainen
Director of Photography
S
Solja Kievari
Dramaturgy
P
Pia Pesonen
Casting
T
Tutsa Huuhka
Casting
R
Risto Tuominen
First Assistant Director
J
Jani Häkli
First Assistant Camera
H
Heli Ruumensaari
Second Assistant Camera
T
Tiina Väisänen
Script Supervisor
V
Vladimir Krestjanoff
Lighting Technician
T
Timo Haapasaari
Lighting Technician
T
Torsti Hyvönen
Key Grip
M
Mikko Mäkelä
Production Sound Mixer
P
Pietu Korhonen
Boom Operator
M
Marko Terävä
Colorist
H
Heikki Kossi
Foley Artist
J
Juuso Selin
Online Editor
A
Antti Nikkinen
Production Design
I
Ida Kallio
Production Secretary
M
Miia Nevalainen
Foley Editor
T
Toni Panula
Location Scout
T
Toni Panula
Location Manager
Vares Collection
This Finnish detective series follows PI Vares, known as "the Finnish Columbo," as he navigates mysterious crimes and dangerous underworld syndicates in Helsinki. Over 14 seasons and 28 years, the series has gained a cult following for its gritty portrayal of the city, intricate cases of disappearance, homicide, and ritualistic murders, and the resilient character of Vares. The show also features his bittersweet partnership with junior colleague Kuronen, who balances Vares' eccentricity with modern detective skills. Each season presents a self-contained case, culminating in a dramatic showdown with a villain. The series blends gritty realism with whimsical dialogue, making it a unique treat for fans of detective and crime shows.