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BE: Viaplay Belgium's April Slate Featuring Threesome S2 and Jana, Marked for Life

24 March 2025

 

 

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09/4/2025 - Last updated 22 April 2025

US: Viaplay US May Slate - Chaos, Haaland/Verstappen Docs, Jana

  See what you’ve been missing as Viaplay continues to feature the best under-the-radar international series and films in streaming. Following April’s powerful and timely documentary film Abortion Dream Team (this Thursday, Trailer) and the return of Viaplay/Netflix family fantasy series Ronja, the Robber’s Daughter, S2 (April 24), Viaplay’s May U.S. slate features the exclusive Stateside premieres of must-see European TV series and docs: 10 Years of Max Verstappen (May 2) – An exclusive interview with Max looking back at his legendary, record-breaking first decade in redefining Formula 1 Jana, Marked for Life (May 8) - A Swedish psychological thriller and hit Nordic Noir based on a bestselling novel and aired on BBC4 (Trailer) Haaland Conquers England and Haaland Breaking Ground (May 15) – Exclusive interviews with Norwegian sensation and Manchester City superstar Erling Haaland Chaos (May 22) – Akin to a Danish The Morning Show, the series follows the chaotic life and modern love story of a host of a popular morning program Crime Scene Sweden, Season 11 (May 29) - A rare, in-depth look into the murder cases that shook Sweden to its core The detailed May slate for the Viaplay streaming service is below. Please watch and consider covering its exclusive US premieres featuring the very best in European and Nordic television.   Viaplay May 2025 Exclusive US Debuts Chaos 10 Years of Max Verstappen Haaland Breaking Ground Haaland Conquers England Crime Scene Sweden S11   As well as the addition of Nordic Noir Jana, Marked for Life   SPOTLIGHT: DRAMA Chaos – Akin to a Danish The Morning Show Thursday, May 22 – Exclusive US Premiere Interview Opps: Cast/Writer   With the backdrop of a dysfunctional morning show facing dwindling ratings, Chaos follows the chaotic life and modern love story of Lise, Denmark's morning TV star anchor. Lise faces an unexpected crisis in her career and identity and faces the difficult choice between her predictable, picture-perfect life and the wild allure of an adventurous new man. Comfort or chaos awaits as her world is turned upside down.   When Lise learns her morning show may be canceled, she faces a crossroads in her love and work life. Should she continue with her successful career and marriage with her co-anchor Martin and have the children he so desperately wants? Or follow her own footsteps and risk throwing it away for potential true love, adventure, and the uncertainty it entails with the charming Johannes, who lives a simple life in his van on the Danish coast? Lise must decide if the seemingly perfect life she’s cultivated over the past decade is the life she truly wants.   Based on an idea by Johanna Runevad (All and Eva), Chaos features an outstanding cast led by Katrine Greis-Rosenthal (A Fortunate Man, A Taste of Hunger), Hadi Ka-Koush (The Bridge, Follow the Money), Jacob Lohmann (The Promised Land, Darkness: Those Who Kill), and Amanda Collin (Raised by Wolves, A Horrible Woman). with lead writing by Emma Broström (STHLM Blackout, Limbo). (Viaplay Original, 8x30’ episodes, Danish w/English subtitles)   SPOTLIGHT: SPORTS DOCUMENTARIES   10 Years of Max Verstappen – Exclusive US Premiere Friday, May 2 Haaland Breaking Ground and Haaland Conquers England – Exclusive US Premiere Thursday, May 15   10 Years of Max Verstappen From fearless rookie to dominant world champion, Max Verstappen has redefined Formula 1 over the past decade. This documentary takes a deep dive into his remarkable journey, revisiting the defining moments, record-breaking victories, and intense rivalries that have shaped his career. Through exclusive interviews, Max himself reflects on the highs, the lows, and the relentless drive that made him one of the sport’s greatest. A must-watch for every F1 fan, this is the ultimate look back at a decade of Verstappen. (2024, English, 1x38’)   Haaland - Breaking Ground In a record-smashing season with Manchester City (2022-2023), Norwegian sensation Erling Haaland delivered a season that few would have thought beforehand. Ultimately, he lifted trophies after winning the Premier League, FA Cup and UEFA Champions League while smashing the Premier League goalscoring record with 36 nets in 35 games. In the documentary, the star looks back on the season and the records, talks about his relationship with coach Pep Guardiola and what life is like off the pitch in the relentless media spotlight. (Fall 2023, Norwegian and English, 1x26’)   Haaland - Conquers England Having taken the Premier League by storm in his debut season, the 22-year-old Haaland meets Liverpool and Denmark legend Jan Mølby for an open conversation about life at the top of global sport and the English goalscoring charts. They discuss his fantastic first months with Manchester City, his relationship with Guardiola and the other players, and the possible records he could break. (Late 2022, Norwegian and English, 1x38’)   SPOTLIGHT: NORDIC NOIR Jana, Marked for Life – Hit Nordic Noir, Aired on BBC4 Thursday, May 8 – New to Viaplay Interview Opps “A well-made, gripping psychological thriller” – The Sun Trailer   This suspenseful and intense six-part Nordic Noir is based on Emelie Schepp’s award-winning crime novels, which have sold over 3 million copies across 30 countries.   When a high-ranking official at the Swedish Migration Agency is gruesomely murdered, the list of suspects is long. Assistant Prosecutor Jana Berzelius joins the investigation, but a shocking discovery at a boy’s autopsy changes everything as he bears the same scar as she does. The markings carved into his skin trigger buried memories of her own dark and violent past.Brilliant yet emotionally cold, just like her prosecutor father, Jana realizes the key to uncovering the killer is also the key to unlocking her own hidden origins. As more sinister memories resurface, she must track down the murderer, before the police do.   Leading the ensemble cast is Madeleine Martin (The Agents, Meaning of Life) as Jana Berzelius, joined by renowned actors Pernille August (Young Royals, Star Wars), August Wittgenstein (Trolösa, The Crown), Zlatko Buric (Triangle of Sadness, Pusher), and Thure Lindhardt (Hammarskjöld, The Bridge). (Viaplay Original, 6 x 45' episodes, Swedish with English subtitles)   SPOTLIGHT: TRUE CRIME Crime Scene Sweden, Season 11 Thursday, May 29 - Exclusive US Premiere   Ice-cold, brutal, and unfathomable. This gripping documentary series offers a rare, in-depth look into the murder cases that shook Sweden to its core. Each episode of this gripping series dives deep into a notorious crime, unraveling the story through courtroom audio, press conferences, and news footage. Through exclusive interviews with eyewitnesses, family members, lawyers, police, and journalists, we offer a vivid and immersive look at the investigation as it unfolded, piece by piece. By the end of every episode, viewers will have a comprehensive understanding of the case and discover new, untold details that shed fresh light on these infamous crimes. (Viaplay Documentary, 8 x 42' episodes, Swedish with English subtitles)    AVAILABLE TO BINGE Abortion Dream Team - Feature length documentary follows a team of women that defy Poland’s strict abortion laws to help those in need (Trailer) Ronja, the Robber’s Daughter, Season 2 - The hit Viaplay/Netflix family fantasy series returns with a thrilling new season, set against the stunning, untamed Nordic landscape Like Tears in Rain - A star-studded, intimate portrait of iconic Dutch actor Rutger Hauer captured through private, never-before-seen footage and directed by his goddaughter (Trailer) The Beach Hotel, Seasons 1-3 - In the vein of The White Lotus and created by the “Queen of Nordic crime fiction” Camilla Läckberg, the popular series returns with its mix of soap opera and crime drama (Trailer)  The Hunt - Called "a milestone in Dutch television history," this award-winning, spine-chilling crime drama is inspired by the real-life murder of Marianne Vaatstra, a case that gripped the Netherlands for more than a decade (Trailer) Who Shot Otto Mueller? - A tense, character-driven and surprising whodunit in the vein of Agatha Christie (Trailer) Bullshit - The powerful, award-winning story of a group of lost and rebellious youths in the late ‘70s and early ‘80s. The drama series delves into the darkly exciting, but dangerous world of bikers as a passionate love story unfolds. Starring Alba August (Becoming Astrid, The Congregation) and award-winning actor Marco Ilsø (Vikings). Trailer The Bunker - A chilling and shocking new true-crime docuseries about a woman who survived a torturous abduction and confronts her past trauma. Trailer Rebus - Sir Ian Rankin’s iconic detective series starring Richard Rankin (Outlander) and recently aired on BBC to rave reviews and ratings. Intl BBC Trailer All and Eva - Following its rave reviews, Swedish ‘Emmy’ nominations, and a record-breaking Swedish debut, the hilariously fresh take on the comedy-drama genre stars award-winning actress Tuva Novotny (#1 Netflix movie The Abyss, Annihilation). Trailer. (The New York Times ‘Best International Shows’ of 2024 selection)   Check Out Viaplay’s Best of 2024 selections, including the binge titles above as well as ‘Best Thriller’ The Fortress, ‘Best Nordic Noir’ End of Summer, ‘Best Fantasy’ Ronja the Robber’s Daughter, ‘Best Feature Film’ Listen Up!, and ‘Best Sports Doc’ Max Verstappen: Anatomy of a Champion’   About Viaplay: The Viaplay streaming service features thousands of hours of premium Nordic and European series and films from Scandinavia's largest and most recognized television/streaming platform. Viaplay’s US content offering focuses on the Nordic region’s high-quality and psychologically penetrating titles: from atmospheric and suspenseful crime dramas and provocative and stylish young adult series to award-winning dramas and riveting documentaries. On par with the best on television, Viaplay series feature first-rate production values, incredible scenery, award-worthy acting, and edge-of-your-seat storylines. Viaplay is available as an add-on subscription on Prime Video Channels, The Roku Channel, Comcast Xfinity, and more for only $5.99 a month. All titles are available in their original language with English subtitles. Link: http://amazon.com/video/viaplayus   Press Contacts: Chad Campbell, Head of PR, Viaplay SVOD – chad.campbell@viaplaygroup.com  Eddie Ward, On behalf of Viaplay - 917-864-6446 / eddie@eddiewardPR.com       


08/4/2025

UK: Viaplay's May Slate in the UK - Chaos, Max Verstappen, Haaland

Viaplay UK May 2025 Highlights Chaos 10 Years of Max Verstappen Haaland Conquers England and Haaland Breaking Ground Crime Scene Sweden  


01/4/2025

DE: Viaplay Germany April 2025 Slate - The Bunker

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27/3/2025

US/UK: Powerful Documentary film Abortion Dream Team debuts in April on Viaplay U.S. and U.K.

Powerful Viaplay Documentary on Sisterhood, Friendship & Human Rights ABORTION DREAM TEAM Makes Exclusive Debuts US: Thursday, April 10, 2025 UK: Monday, April 21, 2025 on Viaplay


24/3/2025

US/UK: Swedish Drama The Street Where I Live makes US/UK Debut in April

Heartwarming Family Drama THE STREET WHERE I LIVE Makes Exclusive Debut Thursday, April 3, 2025 in U.S. Monday, April 7, 2025 in the U.K. on Viaplay  


18/3/2025

US: Akin to The White Lotus, Check into The Beach Hotel

Hit Swedish Series The Beach Hotel Returns with New Season Thursday, March 20 Exclusively on Viaplay  


12/3/2025 - Last updated 17 March 2025

UK: Viaplay April 2025 Exclusive US Debuts - The Street Where I Live, Abortion Dream Team

Viaplay UK April 2025 Exclusive Debuts The Street Where I Live Abortion Dream Team  


10/3/2025 - Last updated 17 March 2025

US: Viaplay April 2025 Exclusive US Debuts - The Street Where I Live, Abortion Dream Team, and Ronja, the Robber’s Daughter, S2

Viaplay April 2025 Exclusive US Debuts The Street Where I Live Abortion Dream Team Ronja, the Robber’s Daughter, Season 2  


04/3/2025

US: Award-Winning Spine-Chilling True Crime Drama THE HUNT Makes Exclusive US Debut Thursday, March 27, 2025

Award-Winning Spine-Chilling True Crime Drama THE HUNT Makes Exclusive US Debut Thursday, March 27, 2025 on Viaplay    


28/2/2025 - Last updated 7 April 2025

US & UK - Like Tears in Rain Debuts in the US & UK in March

Feature Documentary on Popular Dutch Actor Rutger Hauer LIKE TEARS IN RAIN Now Available in US & UK on Viaplay  


27/2/2025

BE: Viaplay Launches in Belgium on Prime Video Channels

Viaplay subscription channel to launch in Belgium on Prime Video via Prime Video Channels on 25 February    


13/2/2025

US: Viaplay March 2025 Slate - Like Tears in Rain, The Hunt, The Beach Hotel S3

  Viaplay March 2025 Exclusive US Debuts The Hunt Like Tears in Rain The Beach Hotel, Season 3  


11/2/2025

US: True Crime Docuseries THE CASE OF IWONA WIECZOREK Makes Exclusive US Debut

True Crime Docuseries THE CASE OF IWONA WIECZOREK Makes Exclusive US Debut Thursday, February 27, 2025 on Viaplay  


06/2/2025 - Last updated 10 February 2025

UK: Viaplay March 2025 Slate - Like Tears in Rain, The Hunt

Viaplay UK March 2025 Slate Like Tears in Rain The Hunt


05/2/2025 - Last updated 27 February 2025

DE: Viaplay Germany March 2025 Slate

Viaplay Germany March 2025 Taelgia Live Life, Season 1