Following an incredible 2024 filled with must-watch series (‘Viaplay’s Best of 2024’) - and a start to this year with January’s shocking true crime docuseries The Bunker (Thurs., Jan. 16, Trailer), and the powerful, multi-award-winning biker gang miniseries Bullshit (Thurs., Jan. 30, Trailer) - Viaplay US’s February slate features more of the best in European series with the exclusive US premieres of: 

·         Who Shot Otto Mueller? (Thurs., Feb. 13) - A tense, character-driven and surprising whodunit in the vein of Agatha Christie

·         The Case of Iwona Wieczorek (Thurs., Feb. 27) –A gripping Polish docuseries delving into one of the most well-known disappearances in recent Polish history

·         Moment of Fear (Thurs., Feb. 6) - An investigative docuseries about how humans overcome the trauma of surviving dramatic events

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

SPOTLIGHT: MYSTERY

Who Shot Otto Mueller? – Suspenseful whodunit from Estonia

Thursday, February 13 – Exclusive US Premiere

Trailer

A tense, character-driven and surprising whodunit that explores the deadly consequences of family secrets, betrayal, and revenge, all while testing the limits of loyalty and justice. Set at a stately country mansion, this high-end crime drama from Estonia is beautifully shot and features an unprecedented line-up of the country’s top creative talents. It received a ‘Best International Series’ nomination at Geneva International Film Festival.

Everyone has a story about Otto Mueller – and everyone has a motive.​ This riveting crime series follows Otto Mueller, a celebrated businessman and ex-Soviet wrestler who meets a grisly end on his 65th birthday and all his family members become the prime suspects. With each of the eight episodes offering a different suspect, motive, and their own account of the night, the question of who killed Otto is just the beginning. Detectives Agnes and Gabriel, who have just become partners, are thrust into their first high-profile case together, but their investigation quickly tests their own relationship. As they delve deeper into Otto’s complex family dynamics, long-buried secrets come to light, and personal boundaries begin to blur. Each episode focuses on a different family member, from Otto’s youngest son - a once-promising musician - to his ambitious mistress and distant wife. Soon dark truths about the successful and powerful man who once killed a wolf with his bare hands gradually start to come to light. With every new revelation, the detectives’ grasp on the truth weakens, as their personal stakes in the case grow higher.

Interview Opp: Writer Birk Rohelend

(Viaplay Original, 8x45’ episodes, Estonian w/English subtitles)

SPOTLIGHT: TRUE CRIME

The Case of Iwona Wieczorek - True crime docuseries

Thursday, February 27 – Exclusive US Premiere

This gripping Polish docuseries delves into one of the most well-known disappearances in recent Polish history, exploring varied clues, theories, and perspectives that have emerged.

In the summer of 2010, 19-year-old Iwona Wieczorek disappeared on her way home from a party. She had just graduated from high school and was ready to spend the summer in Spain. The last footsteps of Iwona end just a few minutes from her home. Since then, the case has puzzled and intrigued the whole of Poland.

Was it a kidnapping? Was it an escape? Or maybe a murder? Over the years, various clues have emerged.

This three-part documentary explores fascinating aspects of this mystery - from the policeman who claims the perpetrator can be identified, to the online community and journalists who have formed their own theories – to the mother of Iwona, who is destined to find her daughter. (Viaplay Documentary, 3x45’ episodes, Polish w/English subtitles)

February 2025 – Full Viaplay US Schedule

Thursday, February 6

Moment of Fear (Fryktens øyeblikk)

In this five-part documentary series, we examine dramatic events and talk to people who have each been exposed to a strong fear and survived. Some of these events are the result of a calculated risk, others are about being in the wrong place at the wrong time. Through contemporary interviews, archive material and reconstructions, we get close to these stories, and go deeper into the very moment of fear. (Viaplay Documentary, 2023, 5x43’ episodes, Norwegian w/English subtitles)

Thursday, February 13

Who Shot Otto Mueller?

This tense, character-driven and surprising whodunit from Estonia explores the deadly consequences of family secrets, betrayal, and revenge, all while testing the limits of loyalty and justice. Set at a stately country mansion, this high-end, beautifully-shot crime drama features an unprecedented line-up of Estonia’s top creative talents. Otto Mueller, a celebrated businessman and ex-Soviet wrestler, meets a grisly end on his 65th birthday and all his family members become the prime suspects. With each of the eight episodes offering a different suspect, motive, and their own account of the night, the question of who killed Otto is just the beginning. (Viaplay Original, 8x45’ episodes, Estonian w/English subtitles)

Thursday, February 27

The Case of Iwona Wieczorek

This gripping Polish docuseries delves into one of the most well-known disappearances in recent Polish history, exploring varied clues, theories, and perspectives that have emerged. In the summer of 2010, 19-year-old Iwona Wieczorek disappeared on her way home from a party. She had just graduated from high school and was ready to spend the summer in Spain. The last footsteps of Iwona end just a few minutes from her home. Since then, the case has puzzled and intrigued the whole of Poland. Was it a kidnapping? Was it an escape? Or maybe a murder? (Viaplay Documentary, 3x45’ episodes, Polish w/English subtitles)

AVAILABLE TO BINGE

·         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

·         Ace of Base: All That She Wants – International top-selling pop band Ace of Base share the full story of their phenomenal career in exclusive three-part documentary series featuring intimate, never-before-seen footage. 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’

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