Please check out the best in European TV on Viaplay… Following March’s star-studded, intimate portrait of iconic Dutch actor Rutger Hauer in Like Tears in Rain (Feature Film, record-setting trailer), and "a milestone in Dutch television history" with the award-winning, spine-chilling true crime drama The Hunt (March 27, Trailer), streaming service Viaplay’s April U.S. slate features the exclusive US premieres of these must-see European TV series and docs:

·         The Street Where I Live (April 3): Heartwarming Swedish drama about a single mom trying to move on from tragedy, starring popular Swedish singer Lena Philipsson, also the new vocalist of Roxette (Trailer) (Interviews Available)

·         Abortion Dream Team (April 10): Feature length documentary follows a team of women that defy Poland’s strict abortion laws to help those in need (Trailer) (Interviews Available)

·         Ronja, the Robber’s Daughter, Season 2 (April 24): The hit Viaplay/Netflix family fantasy series returns with a thrilling new season, set against the stunning, untamed Nordic landscape (Interviews Available) 

The detailed April slate is below. Please watch and consider covering Viaplay’s exclusive US premieres featuring the very best in European and Nordic television.

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SPOTLIGHT: DRAMA

The Street Where I Live (På gatan där jag bor) – Heartwarming family drama

Thursday, April 3 – Exclusive US Premiere

Interview Opps: Cast/Writer

Trailer

The heartwarming six-part drama series is a story of love, neighborhood and unexpected intrigue. In the wake of tragedy, Nina finds solace and purpose as the cherished pillar of her tight-knit community, navigating the complexities of single parenthood and trying to move on. Nina is played by one of Sweden’s most successful musical artists Lena Philipsson, whose hit Swedish song of the same name on grief, love, and relationships inspired the series. Additionally, Lena was recently announced as the new lead singer of Roxette for their 2025 tour.

Nina is single and lives with her two teenage children on an idyllic residential street. When her husband Erik passed away four years earlier, her neighbors were her greatest support, when the grief was at its heaviest. Nina quickly became the neighbor that everyone wanted to help, and it lasted through the years. At the same time, Nina had been struggling to let go and move on in life. But now, she has met Richard (Ilkka Villi) and dares to let her feelings out again. However, it turns out that her new love affair affects the entire street where she lives.

*Created and written by Mikael Newihl (Max Anger - With One Eye Open)

Viaplay Original, 6x45’ episodes, Swedish w/English subtitles)

SPOTLIGHT: DOCUMENTARY

Abortion Dream Team – Feature documentary on sisterhood, friendship and human rights

Thursday, April 10 – Exclusive US Premiere

Interview Opps

*Best Polish Film Award and Amnesty International Poland Award nominees

Trailer

As the Polish government introduces an abortion ban, four women from Abortion Dream Team defy the system to aid those in need. The situation escalates and the four friends find themselves carrying a huge responsibility and risk on their shoulders. Will they continue their mission? What price will they pay for that?

In Poland, the abortion ban protects a fetus over a woman’s life. Luckily, there is “Abortion Dream Team”, four bold women running a hotline to support their sisters in need. Working around the clock, they brag on TikTok about facilitating 100 abortions a day and shock people with the slogan "Abortion is OK!”. They gather a huge following empowering hundreds of thousands of women, while angering all conservatives and the government. This dangerous battle leads to a complete burnout of one team member and to the political prosecution of another, threatening her with years in prison. As the women reach their breaking point, will the mission and sisterhood of Abortion Dream Team survive?

(Viaplay Documentary, 1x90’ feature film, Polish with English subtitles)

SPOTLIGHT: FANTASY/SCI-FI SERIES

Ronja, the Robber’s Daughter, Season 2 – Fantasy adventure series

Thursday, April 24 - Exclusive US Premiere

Interview Opps

*Too Much TV Global Television Award winner for ‘Best Scripted Drama Series (EMEA)’

Following the success of Season 1, which became a Netflix Top 10 hit in 15 countries, Ronja, the Robber’s Daughter returns with a thrilling second season making its exclusive US debut. This beloved family fantasy continues to captivate with its epic scale and modern sensibility. Set against the stunning, untamed Nordic landscape, Season 2 deepens the emotional stakes as Ronja finds herself caught between her father’s fierce rivalry and her bond with Birk. She must navigate loyalty, love, and survival in a world where family ties are tested by betrayal.

With its strong, fearless heroine, complex relationships, and breathtaking visual style, Ronja continues to be a timeless family series that appeals to multiple generations.

“Maintains the same impressively high class as the first season” -Dagens Nyheter

“Go Ronja, the sequel is even better! Kerstin Linden in the title role is extremely convincing” -Hufvudstadsbladet

“Kerstin Linden is brilliant in her interpretation of the fiery, headstrong, knowledgeable and warmly caring Ronja” -Ljud & Bild

(Viaplay Original, 6x45’ episodes, English dubbed and Swedish with English subtitles)

AVAILABLE TO BINGE

·         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 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