Traditional detective shows like "Law & Order: SVU" or "Broadchurch" give us a glimpse into the process of solving a case. We see trained detectives' expert insights into the crime and discover what led to the victim's death. However, there's something gratifying about seeing an ordinary person try to solve crimes on their own. We get to watch someone who isn't that different from us find the clues and solve the mystery.
Whether you see yourself as a Nancy Drew-type, more of a Veronica Mars or akin to mystery novelist Rick Castle, there is an amateur detective for every personality type. We've identified some of the best detective shows featuring our favorite novice gumshoes. You are bound to see yourself in one of them, allowing you to envision the day you can solve your own mystery.
