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2017·4 seasons·24 eps·Created by Podz, Jeff Renfroe·CTV·★ 7.8
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Detective John Cardinal attempts to uncover the mystery of what happened to the missing 13-year-old girl whose body is discovered in the shaft-head of an abandoned mine. At the same time, he comes under investigation by his new partner, Lise Delorme, a tough investigator in her own right.
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How Good Is Cardinal?
Ratings across IMDb and TMDB, plus our verdict.
Consensus
7.4Well Received
Score Breakdown
★ TMDB6.9
★ IMDb7.8
The Verdict
Yes, Worth Watching
Where to Watch Cardinal
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