We are excited to announce what series are on their way in 2025. Here are the new Nordic TV Series for 2025!

Here we will feature series that will be available on the BBC, Netflix, Walter Presents/Channel 4,  and Viaplay USA and UK. Please note that some series may change their release dates and schedules, which we will update as soon as we know the changes.

JANUARY

Blackwater | Sweden | Channel 4 / Walter Presents

We are very excited about this series coming to UK screens thanks to Walter Presents and Channel 4. Boasting a ridiculously talented cast that includes Pernilla August, (Young Royals) Alba August (Bullshit), Rolf Lassgård (The Hunters), Liv Mjönes (Hostage) Asta Kamma August (The Hypnosis), and Alma Pöysti (Fallen Leaves)  – those are some big names!

The is based in the summer of 1973, under the midnight sun of Blackwater, North Sweden, Annie and her six-year-old daughter Mia arrive to join Annie’s boyfriend at a remote commune. When he fails to meet them, their trek through the forest ends in horror as they stumble upon a gruesome crime scene. Suspicions ripple through the tight-knit community, implicating Annie and others, while the local police encounter an unyielding wall of silence.

Eighteen years later, Mia returns to Blackwater with her boyfriend Johan, stirring up buried traumas when her mother, now a local teacher, suddenly vanishes. With police dismissing any connection to the past, Annie’s partner Birger and Johan launch their own investigation. What they uncover is a harrowing truth that challenges their perceptions and confronts the dark legacy haunting the town.

Bullshit | Denmark | Viaplay USA

Bullshit is a gripping new drama inspired by true events, premiering exclusively on Viaplay.

Set in late 1970s and early 1980s Copenhagen, the series dives into the dangerous world of the hardcore biker gang Bullshit. Based on Bullshit: The Story of a Family by Camilla Stockmann and Janus Køster-Rasmussen, it won multiple awards at the 2024 Geneva International Film Festival, including Best Miniseries and Best Acting Performance.

The story follows Pia (Alba August, Becoming Astrid), a 16-year-old escaping her troubled home, and Henning, aka Mackerel (Marco Ilsø, Vikings), an 18-year-old chasing freedom and brotherhood in the gang. As their passionate romance unfolds, rising tensions with the Hells Angels push them into a brutal and life-altering conflict.

The series is directed by the talented Milad Alami (who directed this year’s Opponent) and is a wild ride – don’t sleep on this one!

Veronika | Sweden | Viaplay UK

Having screened over on Viaplay USA in August last year the series now arrives to the UK streamer.

Combining spectral elements with your typical Scandi police procedural, Veronika gives us an unreliable protagonist and a small town burdened by secrets of the past.

Alexandra Rapaport excels as the titular detective in this eight-part series, truly looking like a woman on the brink. We piece together three murders alongside her, questioning everything we see and hear. It seems like her career, her marriage and home life, and the peace of this small forest town are all reliant on her ability to solve these crimes. Tobias Santelmann, Karin Bertling, and Arvin Kananian make up an impressive cast.

Offering up commentary on mental health, grooming, social class and “the hysterical woman” trope, Veronika is an unusual, engaging series that will leave you gripped right up until the very last seconds.

Fatal Crossing | Denmark | Channel 4 / Walter Presents

Fatal Crossing, based on Lone Theils’ acclaimed Nora Sand novels, follows Nora Sand, a respected journalist and London correspondent for the Danish newspaper Globalt. When she’s accused of an inappropriate relationship with a source in a high-profile case, Nora’s career comes crashing down. Suspended and sent back to Denmark, she retreats to her ageing father’s home to escape the scandal.

But Nora’s quiet return is short-lived. An anonymous tip about an unsolved case from the 1980s—the disappearance of two girls on a ferry to England—draws her into a chilling investigation. A series of old photos hints at a connection to notorious serial killer William Hix, imprisoned in England. As Nora digs deeper, she uncovers a dark web of secrets and unexpected dangers, soon realizing that the case is far more complex—and far more personal—than she ever imagined. With a killer still at large, Nora must risk everything to uncover the truth.

FEBRUARY

The Åre Murders | Sweden | Netflix

Suspended from her role as a police officer in Stockholm and reeling from a breakup, Hanna Ahlander retreats to her sister’s vacation home in Åre. When a young woman vanishes during the icy Lucia night, Hanna feels compelled to delve into the mystery. Local officer Daniel Lindskog, grappling with a strained personal life and an understaffed station, reluctantly teams up with Hanna. But the pressing question remains—can they truly rely on one another?

We are very excited about the release of this series and it boasts a fantastic cast including the likes of Carla Sehn (Love & Anarchy), Kardo Razzazi (Top Dog), Amalia Holm (Midsummer Night), Frida Argento (Young Royals) and Moa Gammel (Breaking Surface)

RIP Henry | Norway | Channel 4 / Walter Presents

Henry (Mads Ousdal), a brilliant but abrasive surgeon, has always been out of place in Odda, the small Norwegian town he now calls home. Known for his skill but not his charm, Henry is eager to leave for a prestigious position in Bergen and put his painful past behind him.

Just as his fresh start seems within reach, Henry is confronted with a life-threatening diagnosis—one he can’t fix, despite his ability to save others. As he battles for his survival, Henry begins to question everything he thought he knew about life, purpose, and connection. Along the way, he discovers that healing can come in unexpected forms, and love often finds you when you’re least prepared for it.

Evilside | Finland | Channel 4 / Walter Presents

In a remote island community in Northern Finland, 16-year-old Johanna, a bullied outcast, becomes the prime suspect in the brutal, ritualistic murder of her only friend, Aapo.

Detective Ulla Penttinen, a specialist in teenage cases, arrives to investigate and quickly becomes convinced of Johanna’s innocence. But as the real killer remains at large, Johanna is forced to take matters into her own hands to clear her name and survive. With the superstitious community turning against her, the clock is ticking—can Johanna uncover the truth before it’s too late?

The series stars; Amira Khalifa and Olivia Ainali (Bordertown).

MARCH

Arctic Circle Season Three | Finland | | TV Series | Walter Presents/Channel 4

Nina Kautsalo returns to Ivalo as the town’s new police chief, taking over after her boss’s retirement. But any hopes for a quiet transition are quickly shattered when a local pharmacist is found murdered in what initially appears to be a robbery gone wrong. Reuniting with her former partner, Aikio, Nina starts digging deeper—only to realise the case is far more complex than it seems.

Meanwhile, chaos erupts at Pharada, an American automotive giant testing self-driving technology in a high-security facility near Ivalo. A violent carjacking results in the theft of their prized prototype, putting a major public launch at risk. With the company desperate to recover its vehicle before the scandal impacts its stock and expansion plans, tensions rise. While Pharada promises economic benefits for the region, its presence has also sparked protests from locals concerned about the environmental effects on reindeer herding. As a crucial town-council vote approaches, Nina begins to suspect a link between the pharmacist’s murder and the stolen prototype. Balancing corporate pressure, community unrest, and turmoil in her own life—her relationship with Toni is unravelling over his desire for children—Nina must solve the case before Ivalo’s future is decided.

Helsinki Crimes Season 2 | Finland | TV Series | Walter Presents/Channel 4

Season two of the gripping crime series follows Sergeant Timo Harjunpää and his partner, Onerva Nykänen, as they face a new wave of challenges both on and off the job. A cunning young con artist is running a love scam while secretly yearning for his boss. A brutal gang war erupts between rival youth groups from East Helsinki and Espoo after the murder of a rising rap star, sending tensions soaring in the streets. Meanwhile, a mysterious intruder puzzles the police, sneaking into homes at night and lying next to sleeping residents—without ever harming them. As if that weren’t enough, a troubled new colleague with a drinking problem is causing friction within the department.

But their struggles don’t end with police work. Onerva is at a crossroads in her personal life, torn between her growing feelings for a man she fears is too good for her and doubts about her future in the force. Harjunpää, meanwhile, faces mounting family pressures—his ageing father’s memory is slipping, and his teenage daughter is falling into dangerous habits, experimenting with alcohol and questionable friendships. With their professional and personal lives unraveling, the duo must find a way to keep it together before it all spirals out of control

Deception | Finland | Channel 4 / Walter Presents

A mysterious newcomer arrives at an exclusive Helsinki gym, quickly capturing the attention of the city’s young elite. Introducing himself as Riku, a wealthy heir, he effortlessly earns the trust of gym owner Joakim and his fiancée Linda, slipping into their glamorous world of luxury cars and extravagant weekend getaways. But beneath the polished façade, Riku hides a very different past—one of hardship, crime, and a failed robbery that left his half-brother wounded and their debts unpaid. Now, he’s back, not for reinvention, but for revenge.

As Riku embeds himself deeper into Joakim’s inner circle, his growing attraction to Linda turns into a dangerous affair, blurring the line between manipulation and genuine desire. But deception comes at a cost, and with every lie, Riku edges closer to a truth he can’t escape. In a world where wealth, power, and betrayal rule, how long can he keep up the act before it all comes crashing down?

APRIL

The Glass Dome | Sweden | Netflix (Worldwide)

The Glass Dome this six-part Swedish crime drama from bestselling author Camilla Läckberg is your next Nordic noir obsession. The Glass Dome (Glaskupan) takes us to the seemingly idyllic town of Granås, where Lejla (Léonie Vincent) returns home after her adoptive mother’s death—only to be pulled into a chilling mystery that echoes her own childhood trauma. A missing girl, buried secrets, and a haunting past converge in a tightly wound thriller that’s anything but predictable.

Directors Henrik Björn and Lisa Farzaneh set the mood with washed-out visuals and unsettling imagery, while Vincent delivers a powerhouse performance as a woman fraying at the edges. With brilliant turns from Johan Hedenberg and Johan Rheborg, a tangle of side plots involving racism, protests, and small-town tensions add further layers to the mystery.

It all builds to a jaw-dropping finale that’s equal parts disturbing and brilliant. The Glass Dome isn’t just another whodunnit—it’s a masterfully crafted, emotionally loaded ride that’ll have you questioning everything until the final seconds.

Families Like Ours | Denmark | BBC iPlayer (UK)

Thomas Vinterberg makes a powerful leap into television with Families Like Ours, a hauntingly grounded drama set in a near-future Denmark facing forced evacuation due to rising sea levels. The seven-part series – now available as a full boxset on BBC iPlayer – weaves together multiple storylines as citizens come to terms with the loss of their homeland and the dismantling of life as they know it. What unfolds is an emotional and often confronting look at identity, belonging, and survival under pressure.

The cast is a dream team of Danish talent, including familiar Vinterberg collaborators like Nikolaj Lie Kaas, Paprika Steen, and Magnus Millang, alongside an incredible breakout performance from Amaryllis August. Vinterberg lets the tension simmer slowly, peppering the narrative with jarring moments of violence and raw emotion. Families Like Ours is both sweeping and intimate – a reflection on how ordinary people react when the ground beneath them is quite literally disappearing.

Secrets We Keep | Denamrk | Netflix (Worldwide)

If The Glass Dome kept you glued to your screen last month, get ready to clear your calendar again. Secrets We Keep, a gripping six-part Danish drama, lands on Netflix on May 15 and is every bit as binge-worthy.

When Ruby, a young Filipino au pair, vanishes from an affluent North Zealand suburb, her quiet plea for help to neighbour Cecilie (Marie Bach Hansen) sets off a chain of revelations that shatters the veneer of suburban perfection. Cecilie, determined to uncover the truth, begins to dig into the lives of Ruby’s employers, Rasmus and Katarina (Lars Ranthe and Danica Curcic), whose casual racism and privilege seem impossible to ignore. But as the case unfolds, cracks begin to appear much closer to home.

Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Per Fly and co-written by creator Ingeborg Topsøe, the series pulls no punches when it comes to Denmark’s class and racial divides. As Cecilie is drawn deeper into the investigation alongside new detective Aisha (Sara Fanta Traore), she must face uncomfortable truths about her own life, marriage, and complicity.

Smart, tense, and painfully timely, Secrets We Keep is a searing look at who gets to feel safe, who gets heard, and who gets left behind. The final episode doesn’t just raise questions — it leaves them hanging in the air like smoke.

Chaos | Denmark | Viaplay (UK and USA)

What happens when your entire life plan unravels on live TV? That’s the starting point for Chaos, a new romantic dramedy from Denmark, available now on Viaplay UK and USA. Katrine Greis-Rosenthal stars as Lise, a polished breakfast show host whose life is thrown off course when her job – and her marriage to her co-host – begins to fall apart. As Lise questions everything, a chance encounter with Johannes (Jacob Lohmann) offers a taste of something completely different, and just maybe, something more real.

Directed by Lars Kaalund and written by Emma Broström, the eight-part series blends humour, romance, and a surprising emotional weight. Greis-Rosenthal is magnetic as Lise, balancing public poise with private turmoil, while Lohmann shines as a gentle and emotionally available romantic lead – a refreshing turn from his usual roles.

Chaos captures the energy of morning television with wit and affection, while diving into the messy business of starting over. It’s funny, heartfelt, and yes – utterly addictive. The only downside? It ends on a major cliffhanger, so here’s hoping season two isn’t far behind.

JUNE

Paradis City | Sweden | TV Series | Amazon Prime (UK)

Once again, Amazon has added a great Swedish series, following on from The Fortress last month and Stockholm Blackout a couple of months before. Based on the bestselling novel by Jens Lapidus (Easy Money), Paradis City is a tense political thriller set in a near-future Sweden teetering on the edge of collapse. When a government minister disappears inside the sealed-off urban zone known as Paradis City, Home Security agent Fredrika Falck turns to Emir – a former MMA fighter serving a life sentence – with a stark ultimatum: go undercover and find the minister, or never see his daughter again.

The series stars Alexander Abdallah (Snabba Cash, Love & Anarchy) as Emir and Julia Ragnarsson (Top Dog, Midsommar) as Fredrika, delivering a gripping blend of action, high-stakes drama, and moral tension.

Barracuda Queens | Sweden | Netflix (Globally)

Set in the year 2000, the Barracuda girls are back – older, bolder, and just as hungry for independence. Lollo returns from Paris to find her friends stuck in the routines of early adulthood, still living at home and craving something more. Her arrival sparks a new sense of urgency: it’s time to move out and take charge of their lives.

But funding that freedom won’t be easy, especially with promises made to stay out of trouble. Still, the allure of the high-stakes art world proves tempting, and for this crew of former teen robbers, the line between right and wrong begins to blur once again. After all, once a Barracuda Queen…

Expect more of the usual hijinks from this group of chaotic girls as they chug champagne, wear dazzling outfits, and get themselves in a heap of trouble – all to another banging 90s soundtrack.

Families Like Ours | Denmark | TV Series | Netflix (USA)

Families Like Ours, a new Nordic drama directed by Thomas Vinterberg, arrives on Netflix in the USA. The series plunges viewers into a near-future Denmark facing an unprecedented crisis. As rising water levels force a nationwide evacuation, the series intimately portrays the interconnected lives of several families grappling with this unimaginable upheaval. The narrative unfolds with a deliberate pace, carefully constructing emotional connections before erupting into moments of intense drama.

The series masterfully explores themes of desperation, family bonds, and the profound impact of a large-scale catastrophe on personal relationships. Characters are forced to make impossible choices as their lives are irrevocably altered, revealing the strength and fragility of the human spirit in the face of overwhelming odds. Families Like Ours has been lauded for its realistic and unsettling depiction of a society on the brink, featuring outstanding performances that draw the viewer deeply into the characters’ experiences.

Read our review of the series and our interview with its lead star Amaryllis August

Mafia | Sweden | TV Series | Viaplay USA & UK

Inspired by real events, Mafia is a gripping six-part crime drama that traces Sweden’s shift in the 1990s from relative calm to a country rocked by gang violence and organised crime. At the heart of the story is Radovan “Jakov” Jakovic, a sharp-minded gangster rising from poverty to power, and Gunn Thörngren, a determined police officer who’s one of the first to recognise the growing criminal threat.

As their paths cross, an uneasy connection forms between the two – one that blurs the lines between manipulation and trust, and threatens to consume them both. Spanning nearly a decade, this high-stakes drama explores ambition, corruption, and how history shapes the criminal world from the shadows.

You can read our review on the series HERE

The Sommerdahl Murders | Denmark | TV Series | Walter Presents/Channel 4 (UK)

Set against the picturesque backdrop of Elsinore, Denmark, DCI Dan Sommerdahl returns to tackle a new series of intricate murder cases. As he delves deeper into the investigations, Dan grapples with personal turmoil, particularly the complexities of his estranged relationship with his wife, Marianne. The dynamics become even more strained with the involvement of his best friend and colleague, Detective Flemming Torp, leading to a tense love triangle that mirrors the complexities of the cases they face.

This season presents a number of compelling mysteries: from the enigmatic murder of a world-renowned musician to unsettling events at a local folk high school, a devastating restaurant fire, and a chilling case in a nursing home. Each episode unravels layers of secrets and hidden motives, challenging Dan and his team to navigate both their entanglements and the dark undercurrents of their seemingly quiet town.

Here is our review of the series HERE

JULY

Johanna Möller – Sweden’s Most Hated Woman | Sweden | TV Series | Viaplay USA & UK

Sweden’s infamous ‘summer cottage murder’ case is reopened as Johanna Möller, convicted of planning her father’s murder and attempting to kill her mother, speaks out for the first time. This shocking conviction was secured without forensic evidence, relying solely on the testimony of her boyfriend, Mohammad, whose story notoriously shifted twelve times. Through expert analysis, this docuseries delves into the truth behind one of Sweden’s most notorious killers, examining the profound influence of media attention and the justice system’s role in determining guilt. The series asks a critical question: could one of Sweden’s most written-about criminals be imprisoned on inaccurate grounds?

The Congregation – Bride of Christ | Sweden | TV Series | Viaplay USA and UK

This dark and enthralling series, inspired by real-life events, is based on Jonas Bonnier’s acclaimed novel, which also inspired the HBO docuseries Pray, Obey, Kill.

The first season, which was superb, introduces a young woman (played by Alba August), who seeks belonging and is drawn into the secluded and controversial Christian cult of Knutby, nestled in a rural Swedish town. Here, devotion subtly masks manipulation until a brutal crime exposes the darkness hidden within.

The second season delves deeper into the story of Eva (Aliette Opheim – Caliphate, Thicker Than Water), the so-called “Bride of Christ.” Following the grisly events of the first season, attention shifts to the increasingly isolated Knutby Pentecostal congregation. As Örjan, a new pastor, becomes Eva’s confidant, a darker truth emerges: one of control, manipulation, and spiritual abuse lurking behind the community’s devout facade.

Not a series to sleep on – it is fantastic! Read our review HERE

The Sommerdahl Murders Season 3 | Denmark | TV Series | Walter Presents/Channel 4 (UK)

Season 3 of The Sommerdahl Murders finds DCI Dan Sommerdahl grappling with a profound personal crisis while tackling new murder cases in the scenic Danish coastal town of Helsingør. His marriage has collapsed, and his ex-wife, Marianne, is now in a relationship with his closest friend and partner, Flemming Torp, adding a complex layer to their professional dynamic. The season kicks off with “Repressed Emotions,” a two-part episode where the discovery of a man in a wetsuit near a harbour apartment complex sets the stage for a series of intricate investigations that test Dan and Flemming’s skills.

The season continues with “The Cannes of the North,” another two-part storyline that centres on the murder of a local real-estate developer. He’s found dead in a boat shortly after his marina project gets city council approval. As Dan and Flemming delve into the case, they uncover unexpected twists that challenge their perceptions and professional boundaries. Later, in “For Love of God and Country,” the detectives face the perplexing case of a nun shot with a pistol, potentially dating back to World War II, leading them to navigate the delicate intersection of faith, mental health, and accountability.

The season concludes with “Fair Play,” a multifaceted mystery involving the murder of widow Nancy Brinck and the disappearance of her prized show dog, Snowball. Despite a recent hospital stay, Dan’s unwavering commitment to justice compels him to leave early and pursue new leads, showcasing his dedication even amidst personal hardship.

We will continue to add more series on this as the year goes on so you will have one place to refer back to regularly – alternatively give us a follow @nordicwatchlist to keep up to date on new reviews, events, features and interviews.