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Acorn TV in April 2024: A Curated Lineup of Psychological Thrillers, Crime Dramas & Smart Storytelling
Acorn TV sharpens its edge this April 2024 with a carefully curated slate of psychological thrillers, procedural crime dramas, and thought-provoking documentaries that reflect the platform’s continued commitment to quality over quantity. While streaming giants like Netflix and Disney+ compete on scale and familiar franchises, Acorn TV stands out with intelligent, character-driven storytelling tailored for discerning audiences.
Why Acorn TV Shines in April 2024
Where competitors rely on algorithm-friendly content and blockbuster appeal, Acorn TV doubles down on substance. April’s releases speak to viewers who crave nuanced storytelling, slow-burning suspense, and clever plot twists over flashy CGI or high-profile reboots.
Acorn’s strength lies in its consistency and curation. Popular returning series like The Brokenwood Mysteries (Season 10) and Murdoch Mysteries (Season 17) remind audiences why long-running, episodic detective dramas still hold massive appeal. These shows feel like familiar territory—comforting, smart, and reliably engaging.
Meanwhile, newer titles like For Her Sins take a bolder direction, exploring the darker corners of human psychology with a modern twist. Documentaries such as Inside the Mind of a Con Artist add further depth, offering true-crime fans gripping real-life intrigue.
Unlike platforms chasing the next viral hit, Acorn TV fosters loyalty with programming that’s personal, polished, and paced for viewers who value quality over hype.
Acorn TV April 2025: Must-Watch Highlights
1. For Her Sins
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| For Her Sins |
Full series drops April 1
Starring: Jo Joyner, Rachel Shenton
Genre: Psychological Thriller / Drama
Acorn Original
Acorn kicks off April with a brand-new psychological thriller that leans into tension and emotional manipulation. Laura Conroy (Jo Joyner) is a successful lawyer with a picture-perfect family, but her world spirals when she meets Emily (Rachel Shenton), a seemingly warm, enigmatic mother on the playground.
What makes For Her Sins stand out isn’t just its psychological twists, but its deeply British sensibility—focusing on repressed emotion, social façades, and moral ambiguity. Think The Undoing, but with the added claustrophobia of suburban domestic life.
Acorn is clearly positioning this as its flagship drama for the season, appealing to viewers who crave edge-of-your-seat tension with complex female leads.
2. The Brokenwood Mysteries – Season 10
New season starts April 29 (weekly releases)
Starring: Neill Rea, Fern Sutherland, Jarod Rawiri
Genre: Crime / Procedural
Acorn Original
A decade in, and Brokenwood remains one of Acorn’s most beloved exports. Often described as "New Zealand’s answer to Midsomer Murders," this series thrives on small-town quirkiness, dark humour, and twisty whodunits.
Season 10 promises the usual medley of offbeat murders—including an episode set at a dinosaur-themed park—and the return of the endearing dynamic between Detectives Shepherd, Sims, and Chalmers. For longtime fans, it’s comforting TV that doesn’t skimp on clever plotting or atmospheric Kiwi charm.
The 10-year milestone speaks volumes about how Brokenwood has carved out a steady space in global crime drama.
3. Murdoch Mysteries – Season 17 (New Episodes Weekly)
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| Murdoch Mysteries – Season 17 |
Starring: Yannick Bisson, Hélène Joy
Genre: Period Mystery / Procedural
Continuing Series
Already mid-season, Murdoch Mysteries continues its 17th outing with cases that mix historical detail and modern themes. April’s episodes will see Detective Murdoch investigating everything from haunted train journeys to underground criminal rings, all set against early-1900s Toronto.
For fans of period procedurals, this series balances light-hearted humour with grounded police work, offering one of the few detective shows that still surprises, season after season.
4. The Battle of Britain (Documentary)
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| The Battle of Britain |
Available April 1
Genre: History / WWII Documentary**
A sharp turn from the fictional mysteries, this single-part documentary delivers a tightly-researched account of Britain’s iconic air battle during World War II. For history buffs, it’s a welcome addition to Acorn’s growing slate of high-quality documentaries, providing rare archival footage and expert interviews.
5. Acorn TV x TED Talks: Transform Your Thinking
Episodes released weekly throughout April
Genre: Documentary / Personal Development**
An unusual but refreshing inclusion, this collaboration brings thought-provoking TED Talks to Acorn’s catalogue, expanding the platform’s scope beyond scripted series. The episodes delve into leadership, creativity, and mental wellness—topics well-suited to Acorn’s mature and intellectually curious audience.
Acorn TV's April 2024 Full Schedule
Note: All premieres are on Mondays unless otherwise specified.
April 1
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For Her Sins (Acorn TV Exclusive) – Full Series Binge Premiere
Laura Conroy, a successful lawyer with a seemingly perfect life, befriends the charismatic Emily Furness. This new friendship unravels Laura's world, exposing buried secrets and leading her down a dangerous path. -
Murdoch Mysteries – Season 17, Episode 7: "Loch Ness Murdoch"
Amidst a summer heatwave, a body with a large bite mark washes ashore, sparking rumors of a sea monster in Toronto. -
The Little Drummer Girl – Full Series Binge Premiere
An adaptation of John le Carré's novel, this series follows actress Charlie as she becomes embroiled in international espionage.
April 8
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Murdoch Mysteries – Season 17, Episode 8: "Republic of Murdoch"
A dead body and a piece of parchment lead Murdoch and Crabtree to Newfoundland in pursuit of a suspect. -
National Treasure – Full Series Binge Premiere
Paul Finchley, a comedian, faces allegations of sexual assault from decades past, shaking his life and family. -
The Battle of Britain – Documentary
An in-depth look at the pivotal WWII air battle that determined Britain's fate.
April 15
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Murdoch Mysteries – Season 17, Episode 9: "Midnight Train to Kingston"
Detective Murdoch accompanies convicted murderer James Gillies to his execution. -
Faithless (Acorn TV Exclusive) – Full Series Binge Premiere
Three young sisters in Dublin navigate life with their Irish-Egyptian father after a tragic incident, exploring themes of identity and family. -
Kiri – Full Series Binge Premiere
The abduction and murder of a young black girl set off a chain of events revealing lies, blame, and guilt.
April 22
- Murdoch Mysteries – Season 17, Episode 10: "Murdoch in Ragtime"
The lead singer of a traveling ragtime group is found dead, prompting Murdoch to delve into the group's past.
April 29
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The Brokenwood Mysteries (Acorn TV Exclusive) – Season 10 Premiere, Episode 1: "Brokenwood-o-saurus"
The discovery of dinosaur fossils excites Brokenwood, but the murder of a paleontologist casts a shadow over the town's prospects. -
Murdoch Mysteries – Season 17, Episode 11: "Journey to the Centre of Toronto"
Murdoch investigates a series of tunneling robberies, with Crabtree suspecting mole people. -
The Vanishing Triangle – Full Series Binge Premiere
Reporter Lisa Wallace investigates a series of disappearances, believing they are connected to her mother's murder two decades earlier.
Ongoing Series
- Acorn TV x TED Talks: Transform Your Thinking – Episodes Released Weekly
A collaboration bringing thought-provoking TED Talks to Acorn's audience, covering topics like leadership and creativity.
This curated lineup showcases Acorn TV's commitment to delivering high-quality, character-driven narratives that cater to discerning viewers seeking depth and intrigue in their streaming choices.
Final Thoughts
April proves once again that Acorn TV isn’t just another streaming platform—it’s a destination for smart storytelling. From cozy mysteries to chilling psychological thrillers, the month’s lineup is a celebration of what makes Acorn truly different: mature, meaningful entertainment that respects the viewer’s time and intelligence.
Stay tuned as we break down each title and help you decide what to watch next!
