Netflix has released the official trailer for its upcoming Swedish crime thriller series, which is set to premiere on August 20. Created by George Kay, who is known for Lupin and Hijack, the five episode series tells the story of a dangerous investigation where police officers become the targets of a ruthless killer. The trailer offers a first look at a suspense filled story packed with mystery, emotional conflict and unexpected twists.
The series stars Jakob Oftebro as Thomas, a lead investigator assigned to solve a string of brutal murders. As the case becomes more complicated, Thomas is forced to seek help from his estranged father Alfred, a retired detective played by Peter Andersson. The father and son have spent years apart because of personal differences, but they must put those issues behind them to stop the killer before more lives are lost.
The story begins during the summer in Stockholm, when the city experiences long daylight hours and darkness barely arrives. A 911 call reports a possible home invasion at a summer house in the Stockholm archipelago. Two police officers are sent to investigate the scene, but they find no sign of anyone inside the property. The following day, both officers are found dead, becoming the first victims in a shocking series of murders. As more police officers are targeted, fear spreads through the force and the investigation becomes increasingly urgent.
With time running out, Thomas realises that he needs his father’s experience to solve the case. Together, they work to uncover the identity of the killer while trying to rebuild their broken relationship. The series combines an intense murder investigation with an emotional family story, making it more than just a traditional crime drama.
Alongside Jakob Oftebro and Peter Andersson, the cast includes Electra Hallman, Alexander Abdallah, Henrik Norlén, Lisette T. Pagler, Magnus Krepper, Irina Björklund, Anders Mossling and Anna Maria Käll. The series is directed by Kristoffer Nyholm, known for The Killing and Taboo. It is produced by Johannes Åhlund and Ulf Synnerholm for B-Reel Films, with executive producers George Kay, Kristoffer Nyholm, Willow Grylls and Matt Sandford. The episodes are written by Aron Levander and Emilie Robson, with Levander also adapting the story for Swedish audiences.
With only five episodes, the series promises a fast paced and gripping crime story that blends suspense, emotional drama and psychological tension. The newly released trailer suggests viewers can expect a tense race against time when the series begins streaming on Netflix on August 20.