With Detective Hole quickly becoming a global hit for Netflix – currently ranking in the Top 5 across multiple territories - its star Tobias Santelmann is emerging as one of the Nordics’ biggest stars of the past five years. As international audiences discover Santelmann, now is an ideal moment to spotlight his standout work across a range of gripping series from Viaplay—where he has taken on roles spanning a prime minister, a conflicted husband, an amoral financier, and a chilling serial killer. All available on Nordic streamer Viaplay.

Across four distinct, bingeable series, Santelmann has demonstrates remarkable range:

• The Fortress — “Smartly written… thrillingly fast-paced” (TIME) | Set in an eerily plausible 2037 where Norway has cut itself off from the world, this dystopian drama explores isolation and power, with Santelmann delivering a layered performance as the country’s prime minister.  (Trailer)
• Veronika — A psychological crime drama blending investigation with the supernatural, where Santelmann plays a key emotional counterpoint as a husband grappling with his wife’s unraveling reality.  (Trailer) 
• Exit — One of Scandinavia’s most talked-about and widely-watched series, offers a darkly, satirical look at extreme wealth. Santelmann co-leads as a reckless, amoral financier. (Trailer)
• Those Who Kill — This incredibly popular Nordic Noir features Santelmann as the primary antagonist in Season 2 - a calculating and brutal serial killer.

Together, these series underscore not only Santelmann’s versatility, but also Viaplay’s strength in delivering premium Nordic storytelling with global appeal. As U.S. audiences continue to embrace international crime dramas, Santelmann stands out as a compelling through-line: a familiar face across multiple acclaimed imports, each with its own tone, scale, and audience. Please let your readers know about these other must-see series featuring Tobias Santelmann.

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About Viaplay: The Viaplay streaming service features thousands of hours of premium Nordic and European series and filmsfrom 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