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Best in International TV 2025

9 December 2025

Don’t miss Viaplay – home to some of the year’s most acclaimed European originals. Please check the titles out below and see what you’ve missed. From a true-life Succession and a raw, must-see war drama to an epic Nordic Noir, shocking true crime doc, and delightful dramedy, Viaplay showcases why Nordic storytelling continues to stand out in global television. 

·         Drama Series: VANGUARD – “Succession meets The Wolf of Wall Street” (TV Guide) | This gripping, award-winning five-part drama series explores fierce family rivalries, high-stakes deals, and groundbreaking innovation that shaped a media empire. With a fast-paced, cinematic approach, the series captures not just the rise of visionary Jan Stenbeck – described as “the Nordic Rupert Murdoch” - but also the personal sacrifices behind power. Nominated for ‘Best Drama’ and winning ‘Best Actor’ (Jakob Oftebro) at 2025 Kristallen Awards (Swedish Emmys) and co-starring Zoe Boyle (SAG winner for Downton Abbey). (Trailer) (5 episodes, English & Swedish)

·         Drama Series: A LIFE’S WORTH – Focusing on one of the most tragic and largely forgotten European conflicts of the past 35-years, this raw, landmark drama series follows four young soldiers thrown into Bosnia's brutal conflict in 1993, navigating the treacherous line between duty and humanity and exploring the resilience and bonds that form in the face of conflict. Co-starring Edvin Ryding (Young Royals, 28 Years Later) (Trailer) (6 episodes)

·         Film: LITTLE DID I KNOW The most watched Swedish film in Swedish cinemas in 2025 is based on two best-selling novels and stars one of the country’s most popular actresses, Alexandra Rapaport (The Sandhamn Murders, No Time to Mourn, Veronika). The heartfelt, beautifully crafted film follows a woman's journeys of self-discovery spanning different life stages (50 and 15), offering a hopeful yet painful view on love. (Trailer) (100 minutes)

·         Nordic Noir – MAFIA –   ‘Best International Shows’ of 2025 ‘Top 10’ Selection in The New York Times | Inspired by actual events, this sweeping crime thriller charts Sweden’s 1990s shift from peace to violent gang wars through the rise of criminal mastermind and his dangerous entanglement with lone cop (Katia Winter, Sleepy Hollow, Dexter). Their manipulative alliance—each convinced they hold the upper hand—spirals toward devastating consequences. (Trailer) (6 episodes)

·         Dramedy – CHAOS - “Delightful… thoroughly absorbing” – WSJ | “Dramedy with verve” – The New York Times | Set behind the scenes of a struggling morning show, anchor Lise Jensen faces a turning point in her career and marriage, tempted by the freedom of a romance with a van-dwelling wanderer. (Trailer) (8x25’ episodes)

·         True Crime: THE BUNKER - “Chilly, chilling” – The New York Times | A shocking docuseries following a woman who survived a torturous abduction and confronts her past trauma. (Trailer) (3 episodes)

Viaplay December 2025 Slate: US: Viaplay US in December - Murdering Love, The Beach Hotel S4, The Wolf War and Vanguard

True Crime: Europe’s Most Chilling True Crime Stories Are Coming to the U.S. - “Murdering Love” – Dec. 4 Premiere

 

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

 

Contacts

Chad Campbell

Head of PR, Viaplay North America, Germany, Poland, and the UK

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