Why Do You Need An Alibi?

Angelica meets the wealthy Igor and, after some time, becomes his wife. A few years later, their marriage turns into a mutual torment. Igor is constantly dissatisfied with his wife and strictly controls her every move. Persuaded by Sasha, Igor’s brother, Angelica starts gambling at the casino. But for some reason, she loses every time. A mysterious woman hints to Igor that he needs to get rid of his wife. And Sasha, in turn, lets Angelica know that her husband can be killed. Complete strangers recognize Angelica as someone they know. Among Igor’s belongings, she finds a gun and a passport in her name. Judging by the visas stamped in the document, Angelica has traveled halfway around the world, even though in reality she has never been anywhere...

Directed by Karina Afanaseva, Alexandr Lungin, Why Do You Need An Alibi? leans on a strong ensemble — Olga Arntgolts, Tatyana Arntgolts, Alexandr Domogarov — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.

The series landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about crime titles of 2003.