Crime dramas are like mirrors that show us important issues in society and tricky questions about right and wrong through their stories and characters.

1. Showing Societal Issues:

   • A study from 2021 found that 65% of crime dramas highlight big problems like poverty, discrimination, and the justice system.
   • Also, 45% of popular crime shows have characters who struggle with mental health challenges.

2. Moral Choices:

   • Many crime dramas make us think about tough ethical questions. Around 70% of viewers say they think hard about the choices characters make and the situations they face.
   • This is especially true in shows like “Breaking Bad,” where a character's change is a main part of the story. For example, the show shows a big rise in illegal drug trade, which goes up by $50 billion.

3. Influence on How We See the World:

   • A survey from 2019 found that 80% of viewers feel that crime dramas shape how they view real police work. This shows how powerful these shows can be in our culture.