I've Watched ALL The Nordic Noir TV-series And Here Are The BEST Ones

Five Standout Nordic Noir Series

During the 2020 lockdown, the presenter discovered Nordic Noir and became hooked on its dark atmosphere, troubled detectives, and crime stories that reflect social problems. Here are five standout series they recommend:

1. The Bridge — A body found on the border between Sweden and Denmark forces detectives from both countries to work together. The presenter especially loves Saga, who is blunt, unconventional, and funny in her own way. The Bridge is their favorite overall.

2. The Killing — When teenager Nana disappears in Copenhagen, detective Sarah Lund investigates. The story balances the case with the emotional toll on Nana’s family and keeps viewers guessing with its twists.

3. The Chestnut Man — A woman is murdered on a playground, with a chestnut figure left above her. A fingerprint leads detectives to the daughter of a politician, who is believed to be dead. The presenter praises the suspense through the finale, though they prefer the first season to the second.

4. The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo — Journalist Mikael investigates a woman’s disappearance from decades earlier, with help from hacker Lisbeth. The story is dark and slow-burning, filled with secrets and built around an unusual detective duo.

5. Harry Hole — The brilliant detective hunts a serial killer while dealing with personal troubles and clashing with his corrupt colleague, Tom.

The presenter ends by asking viewers which series they plan to watch next.