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B: The Beginning

B: The Beginning

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2018- 2021
2 Seasons
18 Episodes
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Overview

Genius investigator Keith Flick rejoins the royal police force just as serial killer "B" emerges. Mysterious youth Koku may be an ally, or a target.

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