Prime Video Greenlights U.K. Crime Thriller Series ‘Dirty’ From ‘Bridge of Spies’ Writer Matt Charman

Prime Video has ordered U.K original series “Dirty,” created by Oscar-nominated writer Matt Charman (“Bridge of Spies,” “Treason,” “Hostage”) and described as a “gripping, emotionally charged crime thriller.”

The ongoing series — which marks the first greenlight by Nicole Clemens since joining Amazon MGM Studios as vice president of international originals last year — is billed as a “fresh and provocative” take on a British police drama, exploring universal themes of family loyalty, moral compromise and the corrosive nature of power through an “intricate game of cat-and-mouse between mother and daughter.”

Production is set to begin in Sept. 2026 in the U.K.

“Dirty” follows trainee Detective Eva Bennett, who returns to Manchester and joins a new homicide investigation run by her fearsome estranged mother, the legendary Detective Chief Inspector Lois Mercer. As they navigate their complicated relationship and long-buried truths resurface, Eva starts to uncover Lois’ crimes, forcing an impossible choice between justice and blood.

“I love the power and the volatility of these two women,” said Charman. “There are no limits on what either of them is capable of, which makes the potential of every scene explosive. Nicole and the entire team at Amazon understood the show instantly — they’re deeply passionate about the blend of character-driven drama and relentless propulsion. I can’t wait to share what we’ve been cooking up.”

Dirty is produced by Charman’s production company Binocular in association with Amazon MGM Studios. Foz Allan serves as executive producer and the series is created and written by Charman.

“Having long admired Matt’s exceptional work, I am thrilled we are collaborating with him on this remarkable project,” said Clemens. “Centered on two extraordinarily powerful women, it delivers the bold, character-driven storytelling that Global Prime Video audiences have come to expect, and we look forward to sharing it with viewers around the world.”

“Dirty” will premiere exclusively on Prime Video globally.