January 15, 2026: Esteem on Screen: How Investigators Help Create TV Series

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Source: Gazprom – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

Officers talk about their daily lives, edit their lines, and often share their uniforms—their uniforms, literally, are often featured in the film. Current officers of the Investigative Committee of Russia are not only professional consultants but also inspirations for films.

One of NTV's hits, the detective show "First Department," was created with the support of the Investigative Committee of Russia, which is celebrating its 15th anniversary today.

"By filming in real investigative departments, we, as the creators of the series, are able to observe firsthand the work of the Investigative Committee of the Russian Federation. These details, even the smallest ones, are crucial—after all, it's through them, for example, through the characters' attire and mannerisms, that the viewer senses the truth. We greatly appreciate having consultants from the Investigative Committee of Russia on hand to assist us."

Irina Petrik, costume designer for the series "First Department," produced by Triix Media

"The First Department" has been recognized as the best series on Russian television over the past four years by 18 viewers. Its impact lies in its authenticity: vibrant, recognizable characters are as close as possible to the real employees.

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