My first introduction to Anders Thomas Jensen was very late, it was Riders of Justice (five years ago) and I was absolutely taken by his style of film. The way his cast worked and played off each other made for … Continue reading Anders Thomas Jensen: 6 Essential Films From The Danish Dark Comedy Master
We review Aki Mäkiaho’s atmospheric horror novel Sauna Elf, a chilling yet beautifully written journey through centuries of Finnish folklore, sacred rituals, and bloody purification.
If you love distinct, folklore-driven Nordic literature, this one is an absolute must-read. Just be careful the next time you look under the sauna bench… Continue reading Sauna Elf Book Review: A Darkly Beautiful Nordic Horror Grounded in Finnish Folklore
Whether she is navigating the high-octane sets of Noah Hawley’s Alien: Earth or redefining Danish television with her history-making series Bad Bitch, Diêm Camille is a force of nature. We caught up with the multi-hyphenate star to discuss her transition from the “family-friendly” world of The Sommerdahl Murders to the global stage, and why her latest project, The Barbershop, is her most personal story yet. Continue reading The Irresistible Rise of Diêm Camille
Looking for a dark new thriller? In this Stop Dead book review, we take a closer look at Katrín Júlíusdóttir’s latest release, where the biggest risk in tackling a marathon isn’t the distance itself, but a calculating killer. Continue reading Stop Dead Book Review: A Compelling, Atmospheric Icelandic Mystery
Dark small-town secrets and brutal coincidences collide in the gripping second season of Black Sands on Viaplay. Read our official 4-star review exploring the powerful performances, visually striking direction, and deep familial scars defining this must-watch Icelandic noir return. Continue reading Black Sands Season 2 Review: Dark Small-Town Secrets Unravel on Viaplay
Black Sands star Aldís Amah Hamilton discusses writing season 2, tackling dark Icelandic themes, the iconic red sweater, and the reality of modern motherhood. Continue reading Aldís Amah Hamilton Interview: Navigating the Dark Evolution of Black Sands Season 2
Charlize Theron and Taron Egerton face off in the Australian wilderness in APEX.
Icelandic director Baltasar Kormákur returns to his survival thriller roots with this high-stakes game of cat and mouse. From intense rock climbing to an already iconic dance scene, this is the perfect popcorn watch for your next Netflix night.
Read our full review of the latest survival hit from the director of Everest and Katla! Continue reading Review of APEX: Baltasar Kormákur’s Survival Thriller on Netflix
A sun-drenched villa, a reluctant crime writer, and a murder she can’t outrun, Jenny Lund Madsen’s Under the Blazing Sun follows Hannah, a novelist who looks down on crime fiction—until she’s forced to live inside one, becoming the prime suspect in a chilling Sicilian murder. With tangled relationships, Mafia danger, and a story packed with sharp humour and clever twists, this thriller plays with the genre while delivering all the suspense you’d expect. Read our review online now… Continue reading Under the Blazing Sun Review: A Brilliant and Chilling Meta-Thriller
Nordic Watchlist reviews Walter Presents’ Ammo. This Norwegian thriller explores the ethics of AI in warfare, corporate greed, and a descent into moral isolation Continue reading Ammo Review: Walter Presents’ Norwegian AI Thriller Is a Chilling Warning
Explore the inaugural Langeland International Film Festival. We interview Douglas Tanton and Rebecca Pruzan about bringing global island cinema to the Danish archipelago. Continue reading Langeland International Film Festival: Celebrating Island Stories
Søren Sveistrup’s Hide and Seek arrives on Netflix. Can Thulin and Hess stop a killer using a childhood rhyme? Read our review of this chilling Nordic Noir. Continue reading Hide and Seek Review: Why This Is the Next Must-Watch Nordic Noir
Nursery rhymes aren’t meant to be this terrifying… Hide and Seek, Søren Sveistrup’s follow up to The Chestnut Man, sees a childhood game turn deadly. The most chilling weapon here though isn’t a blade, but a text message.
Ahead of the TV adaptation on Netflix next month, get ahead of the game and read our review of the book behind the new series. Continue reading Hide And Seek by Søren Sveistrup – Book Review
Nordic Watchlist reviews brand new Icelandic thriller, Reykjavík Fusion, as it arrives to MHZ Choice Icelandic crime, kitchen, thriller Reykjavík Fusion follows Jónas, a highly talented chef as he is released from prison. The crime? Burning down his previous restaurant … Continue reading Reykjavík Fusion: A Culinary Thriller with a Dark Twist
The Murder Pool, Stella Blómkvist’s latest instalment. throws readers headfirst into a relentless web of murder, buried secrets, political corruption, and moral bite — but with a new emotional depth that lets cracks show beneath Stella’s razor‑sharp armour. With blistering pace, multiple gripping cases, and a heroine pushed to her limits both professionally and personally, this is Nordic noir that refuses to play it safe. Continue reading The Murder Pool by Stella Blómkvist – Book Review
Three generations. One buried secret. Generations, a Danish drama that turns a shocking discovery into a powerful, emotionally charged exploration of family, trauma, and the long shadow of past choices. With standout performances from its fiercely written female leads and a story that swaps whodunnit for why, this series proves devastatingly believable when it focuses on the human cost of secrets passed down through time. Continue reading Generations – TV Series Review
Being Ola: A Heartwarming Norwegian Documentary Experience – Nordic Watchlist reviews the new documentary by rom Award winning Norwegian filmmaker Ragnhild Nøst Bergem Continue reading Being Ola: A Heartwarming Norwegian Documentary Experience
Some filmmakers make blockbusters, others Indie horrors, but here comes an Icelandic filmmaker, Hlynur Pálmason, who makes art. His films dive deep into realistic human nature, whilst showing you beautiful, hypnotic landscapes at the same time. Common themes in Hlynur’s work … Continue reading 5 Films to Discover by Hlynur Pálmason
Nordic Watchlist reviews Hlynur Pálmason’s follow-up to Godland – The Love That Remains. Continue reading The Love That Remains – Film Review
Ahead of its UK premiere at the Glasgow Film Festival, we sat down with Philip Oros to discuss his role in Sweden psychological horror The Home. Continue reading Actor Philip Oros Discusses His Role in Haunting New Film ‘The Home’
Was “read more” one of your New Year’s resolutions? Nordic Watchlist has scoured publishers’ catalogues to share 8 new Nordic novels for 2026 to look out for. Continue reading 8 New Nordic Novels for 2026
Were you a fan of Fatal Crossing last year? Nora Sand is back in The Pushover – the latest TV adaptation from Lone Theil’s gripping crime series. Reuniting cast and director from Fatal Crossing, this is a standalone tale that looks at abuse of trust in the #MeToo era. Don’t expect fast pace action here though, this latest Danish import is very much a slow burn. Continue reading TV Series Review: Nora Sand is back in The Pushover on Walter Presents
Looking for the next big Scandinavian thriller or Scandi-drama? Nordic Watchlist has curated the definitive guide to the new Nordic TV Series for 2026. Our 2026 lineup features highly anticipated releases already confirmed for production, alongside insider looks at what … Continue reading New Nordic TV Series for 2026
Nordic Watchlist shares their review of Joachim Trier’s recent masterpiece Sentimental Value – which has picked up 9 Academy Award Nominations. Continue reading Why Sentimental Value is a Must-See Film
It has come to that time of year, and the Nordic Watchlist team have put their heads together to share some of the favourite and best Nordic TV shows of 2025. Continue reading Best Nordic TV Shows of 2025
The final pages have been turned, the last review written, and so it’s that time of year to reflect and share Nordic Watchlist’s Top 10 Best Nordic Books of 2025. Continue reading Best Nordic Books of 2025
Nordic Watchlist speak to Finnish director Marko Mäkilaakso about creating The Creeps – a nostalgic 80s festive horror. Continue reading Nordic Watchlist speak to The Creeps director Marko Mäkilaakso
Nordic Watchlist is delighted to welcome the incredibly talented Norwegian animator and director, Ida Melum. Known for her unique and expressive stop-motion style, Ida is the creative force behind the Annie and RTS award-winning short film Night of the Living Dread, and the highly anticipated, Academy Award-qualified new short, Ovary-Acting. Continue reading Animator Ida Melum on her new short ‘Ovary-Acting’
He’s a nice guy, a terrible person, a beautiful husband—and one of the most demanding characters an actor could ever face.
In our exclusive interview, Jakob Oftebro discusses the pressure and pleasure of portraying the complex media titan Jan Stenbeck. Continue reading Jakob Oftebro Shines in Viaplay’s Vanguard
Nordic Watchlist reviews The Lake by Jørn Lier Horst. Water washes away all sins the saying goes, but in Jørn Lier Horst’s latest Wisting novel, The Lake, an unusually hot Norwegian summer sees a dried lakebed become the stage for … Continue reading The Lake by Jørn Lier Horst – Book Review
Norwegian filmmaker Frøydis Fossli Moe sits down with Icelandic writer Jes Gíslason for Nordic Watchlist to talk about her creative journey, the projects that have defined her, and the experiences that continue to influence her work. Their conversation explores the path that led her into filmmaking, the inspirations behind her storytelling, and the ambitions shaping her next steps.
This interview continues Nordic Watchlist’s commitment to highlighting distinctive Nordic voices and the talent driving the region’s film and television scene. Continue reading Frøydis Fossli Moe: Journey of a Norwegian Filmmaker
