Originally titled Sorjonen , this series is a cornerstone of "Finnish Noir" and gained international fame via Netflix . It follows Kari Sorjonen, a brilliant but eccentric detective who moves his family to the border town of Lappeenranta to escape the pressures of the capital, only to find the area plagued by gruesome crimes.

Kari Sorjonen is depicted as high-functioning autistic, utilizing unique mnemonic techniques—often described as a "mind palace"—to solve cases.

Critically praised for its psychological depth, it is often compared to other genre giants like The Bridge or Sherlock . American Animated Sitcom: Bordertown Bordertown (TV Series 2016) - Full cast & crew - IMDb