Zen

Zen (2011)

EndedScripted showDrama, Crime, Mystery

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.

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Scheduleevery Sunday at 21:00 (90 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E03RatkingJan 16, 2011
S01E02CabalJan 9, 2011
S01E01VendettaJan 2, 2011
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Zen first premiere?

Zen premiered on January 2, 2011.

Who stars as the lead character in Zen?

Rufus Sewell stars as the lead character, Aurelio Zen.

What is the show Zen based on?

Zen is based on the Aurelio Zen novels written by Michael Dibdin.

Where is Zen set?

Zen is set in Rome, Italy.

Who created the television series Zen?

The television series Zen was created by Simon Burke and Michael Dibdin.

What is Aurelio Zen's job in the TV series Zen?

Aurelio Zen is a detective in the TV series Zen.

What is the genre of TV show Zen?

Zen is a crime drama television series.

How many episodes of Zen were produced?

Three episodes of Zen were produced.

What is Zen's rating on IMDb?

Zen has a rating of 7.5 out of 10 on IMDb.

Are any of the Zen episodes directed by Jon Jones?

Yes, the first two episodes of Zen are directed by Jon Jones.

Was Zen filmed on location in Italy?

Yes, Zen was filmed on location in Italy, primarily in Rome.

Who plays Tania Moretti in the TV series Zen?

Caterina Murino plays Tania Moretti in the TV series Zen.

What is the runtime of each episode of Zen?

Each episode of Zen has a runtime of approximately 90 minutes.

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Also known as

  • Дзен (Russian Federation)

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