The eight-part crime series 'Scarpetta', adapted from Patricia Cornwell's bestselling novels, has drawn comparisons to the long-running BBC hit 'Silent Witness'. Now streaming on Prime Video, the show stars Nicole Kidman as forensic pathologist Kay Scarpetta and Jamie Lee Curtis in a supporting role. Fans are calling it 'excellent' and 'twisty', with one viewer noting: 'Being a long-time fan of the UK's Silent Witness, I see this as a US series in a similar vein.'
Plot and Cast
The series follows Kay Scarpetta, a skilled forensic pathologist who uses cutting-edge science to solve complex mysteries. The character is based on former Virginia Chief Medical Examiner Marcella Farinelli Fierro. The ensemble cast also includes Jamie Lee Curtis, and the show has already been renewed for a second season, which began filming in March 2026.
Fan Reactions
Viewers have praised the show on IMDb, with one describing it as 'a great show' with 'excellent' acting and plotting. Another fan enthused: 'This series absolutely captures the novels which are so much more than murders. The characters are very complex and rich.' A third viewer called it 'a fun, twisty mystery' and praised the performances of Kidman and Curtis.
Streaming Details
'Scarpetta' is available exclusively on Prime Video. New subscribers can access a 30-day free trial of Amazon Prime, which includes the series. The show has been described as a must-watch for fans of forensic dramas like 'Silent Witness'.
