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134 Best Scandinavian Movies and Series

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  1. 101Miss JulieMovie · 2014 · 130m · Drama, RomanceIn Fermanagh, Ireland, during a summer night in 1890, a restless young woman from a wealthy Anglo-Irish family persuades her father's servant to take advantage of her.Stream onIMDb 5.5TMDB 5.6
  2. 102The Good CopMovie · 2004 · 86mA group of young criminals botch a heist, stealing a shipping container of Chinese silk for a Rasta gang. Unbeknownst to them, the container also holds two and a half kilos of heroin belonging to the Latvian mafia. Jens (Kim Bodnia), a friend to the group and an undercover police officer, tries to smooth things over, but inadvertently becomes the target of everyone involved. Now, the Latvians, the Chinese, Jamaican drug growers, Serbian heroin dealers, and Polish human smugglers all want him dead. He must evade his own colleagues – backed by scuba divers and elite soldiers – to protect his friends.IMDb 5.8TMDB 6.4
  3. 103Call GirlMovie · 2012 · 140m · Thriller, DramaStockholm, late 1970s. Near government buildings and youth centers lies a hidden world of sex clubs, nightclubs, and private homes. *Call Girl* tells the story of how young Iris is drawn from poverty into a dangerous world where power offers everything.Stream onIMDb 6.5TMDB 6.3
  4. 104The Art of Negative ThinkingMovie · 2006 · 93m · Comedy, DramaA local disability support group pays a visit to a member who hasn't joined voluntarily, unaware that this simple act will unexpectedly unite them all.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.6
  5. 105In Order of DisappearanceMovie · 2014 · 115m · Thriller, Action, ComedyNils, a respected community leader, receives the news of his son's death from a heroin overdose just after being honored as "Citizen of the Year." Believing something is wrong, Nils starts his own investigation and quickly becomes embroiled in a dangerous gang war. The conflict pits Serbian drug dealers against a ruthless criminal known only as "The Count."Stream onIMDb 7.1TMDB 6.9
  6. 106Let the Right One InMovie · 2008 · 115m · Horror, DramaTwelve-year-old Oskar, a shy and often bullied boy, befriends his new neighbor, Eli, a mysterious and somewhat withdrawn girl. Their friendship begins tentatively, but Oskar and Eli gradually grow close. However, it soon becomes clear that Eli is not like other children.Stream onIMDb 7.8TMDB 7.5
  7. 107Eat Sleep DieMovie · 2012 · 104m · DramaA young woman from Eastern Europe, working in Sweden, is forced to make a difficult decision after losing her job at the factory due to company cost-cutting measures.IMDb 6.4TMDB 5.9
  8. 108Mother's EllingMovie · 2003 · 78m · Comedy, DramaElling has always lived with his mother. She's practical; he contemplates life's bigger questions. He fills his days reading and observing his neighbors from their apartment window, content in solitude. So, he's unhappy when his mother insists on a beach vacation to Spain. He reluctantly agrees, thinking she needs companionship. But Elling doesn’t realize his mother is not just aging, she's seriously ill. This trip is her last attempt to show Elling that life extends beyond their apartment.IMDb 6.0TMDB 5.7
  9. 109ManderlayMovie · 2005 · 139m · DramaIn 1933, a young woman and her father stumble upon an Alabama plantation where the people live as if slavery still exists. Feeling compelled to help, she decides to stay and lead the people to freedom, guiding them through their first harvest. She teams up with four of her father's colleagues and a lawyer to undertake the difficult task of rebuilding the plantation, Manderlay.Stream onIMDb 7.2TMDB 6.9
  10. 110RepriseMovie · 2006 · 107m · DramaPhillip and Erik have been close friends since they were children. They both love the novels of the reclusive author Sten Egil Dahl and both want to be writers themselves. But life takes them on different paths as they both try to achieve their dreams.Stream onIMDb 7.3TMDB 7.1
  11. 111The Here AfterMovie · 2015 · 102m · DramaAfter serving a prison sentence, John returns home to his father with hopes of a new beginning. But in his community, his past crime continues to cast a long shadow.Stream onIMDb 6.5TMDB 6.3
  12. 112The Keeper of Lost CausesMovie · 2013 · 93m · Thriller, Mystery, CrimeIn 2013 Denmark, Carl Mørck and Hafez el-Assad lead Department Q, a police unit dedicated to solving unsolved cases. They reopen the investigation into the disappearance of politician Merete Lynggaard, who vanished five years prior while on a ferry with her brother.Stream onIMDb 7.2TMDB 7.1
  13. 113Saturday Kitchen LiveMovie · 2008 · 118m · History, War, ActionMax Manus is a 2008 biographical war film about the life of Norwegian resistance fighter Max Manus (1914–96). The film chronicles Manus's activities from the start of World War II in Norway through to the end of the war and the return to peacetime in 1945, following his involvement in the Winter War against the Soviet Union.Stream onIMDb 7.3TMDB 7.1
  14. 114EvilMovie · 2003 · 113m · DramaStockholm, 1950s. After one too many fights, Erik is expelled from his school. To shield him from his stepfather's anger, Erik’s mother enrolls him in Stjärnsberg Boarding School – the only school willing to take him. This is Erik's final opportunity to advance to Upper School, and he pledges to his mother that he will make every effort to stay out of trouble, for both their sakes.Stream onIMDb 7.7TMDB 7.3
  15. 115Flickering LightsMovie · 2000 · 109m · Action, Comedy, CrimeFour young gangsters in Copenhagen pull off a heist, stealing 4 million kroner that they were tasked with delivering to their boss. Their escape to Barcelona is disrupted when they're forced to seek refuge in a dilapidated countryside house for several weeks. As time passes, the group begins to consider the possibility of abandoning their criminal lives and building a new one in this unexpected place.Stream onIMDb 7.5TMDB 7.2
  16. 116The IdiotsMovie · 1998 · 114m · Comedy, DramaIn Lars von Trier's Dogma-95 film, the director creates a unique cinematic experience by using home-video and documentary techniques. The story follows a group of young people as they explore who they are, challenging how they appear and examining their inner selves. The film explores the complexities of identity and asks viewers to consider the challenges and changes involved in finding oneself.Stream onIMDb 6.7TMDB 6.5
  17. 117ArmadilloMovie · 2010 · 105m · Documentary, WarIn 2009, a unit of Danish soldiers is deployed to Afghanistan for a six-month mission to support efforts to stabilize the country and combat the Taliban. They are stationed at Armadillo military base in Helmand province. Unlike traditional war films, this is a firsthand account, featuring no actors.Stream onIMDb 7.4TMDB 7.1
  18. 118PioneerMovie · 2013 · 106m · ThrillerSet in early 1980s Norway, during the start of the Oil Boom, *Pioneer* follows a professional diver named Petter. Massive oil and gas deposits are discovered in the North Sea, and the government plans to transport the oil via a pipeline from 500 meters deep. Driven by a lifelong ambition to reach the seabed, Petter is chosen for this incredibly dangerous mission. However, a sudden accident throws everything into chaos. As Petter journeys deeper, he begins to question who is truly in control, and realizes he's facing a life-threatening situation.Stream onIMDb 6.0TMDB 5.8
  19. 119The InheritanceMovie · 2003 · 116m · DramaChristoffer, a young Dane, enjoys a happy life with his wife Maria in Stockholm. The death of his father prompts his mother to ask him to take over the failing family business. He struggles to balance his personal happiness with his obligation to his family and its legacy. Choosing to manage the company leads to a decline in his personal life and self-worth.Stream onIMDb 7.2TMDB 6.4
  20. 120As It Is in HeavenMovie · 2004 · 132m · Romance, Drama, ComedyA musical romantic tragedy follows a renowned composer who returns to his quiet hometown following a heart scare. Seeking a simpler life, he takes on teaching the local church choir, facing initial resistance from the community. However, the choir develops a deep affection for their unconventional teacher.Stream onIMDb 7.5TMDB 7.1
  21. 121BridgendMovie · 2015 · 104m · DramaFor five years in Bridgend, Wales, 79 people, many of them teenagers, died by suicide with no apparent reason. This is the basis for this unsettling social drama.Stream onIMDb 5.4TMDB 5.3
  22. 122The BenchMovie · 2000 · 89mKaj, a proud and stubborn ex-chef living in a council flat, feels he's wasted his life. He's currently on a job training program for the long-term unemployed and bristles at being told what to do by his foreman. His life changes when his daughter, with whom he hasn't spoken in nineteen years, moves into the same estate, fleeing an abusive husband. Initially wanting to avoid her, Kaj unexpectedly finds himself caring for her six-year-old son, Jonas. For the first time in years, Kaj has to rely on others, facing new responsibilities and a family to care for.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.0
  23. 123After the WeddingMovie · 2006 · 124m · DramaAn Indian orphanage manager travels to Copenhagen, Denmark, and uncovers a significant family secret that changes his life.Stream onIMDb 7.6TMDB 7.1
  24. 124Oslo, August 31stMovie · 2011 · 90m · DramaA recovering drug addict gets a day off from rehab and returns to Oslo. He reunites with old friends, confronts his history, and grapples with an uncertain future. Throughout the day, a series of interactions reveal his desire for belonging and his profound isolation.Stream onIMDb 7.6TMDB 7.5
  25. 125Valhalla RisingMovie · 2009 · 93m · Adventure, Drama, ActionScandinavia, 1000 AD. For years, One Eye, a mute warrior with extraordinary strength, has been imprisoned by Norse chieftain Barde. With the help of Are, a boy slave, One Eye overthrows his captor, and they flee together. Their escape leads them into a perilous journey. They find refuge on a Viking ship, but it's soon enveloped in an impenetrable fog. The fog lifts only when the crew spots an uncharted land. As the Vikings explore this new world and face their grim destiny, One Eye begins to understand who he truly is.Stream onIMDb 6.0TMDB 6.1
  26. 126Force MajeureMovie · 2014 · 120m · DramaA Swedish family on vacation in the French Alps faces moments of fear as an avalanche occurs.Stream onIMDb 7.2TMDB 6.9
  27. 127HeadhunterMovie · 2009 · 102m · ThrillerMartin Vinge, a successful headhunter with a troubled personal life and a past as a controversial journalist, is secretly approached by 85-year-old N.F. Sieger, the head of Denmark's largest shipping and oil conglomerate. Sieger asks Martin to find a replacement heir for the company, as his son, Daniel Sieger, has long been expected to lead it forward. As Martin begins identifying potential candidates, he realizes he's become involved in a much larger and more dangerous power struggle to control the company’s future. This intense conflict puts significant strain on Martin's professional and personal life.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.0
  28. 128The Seventh SealMovie · 1957 · 96m · Fantasy, DramaIn 14th century Sweden, during the Black Death, Antonius Block – a knight returning from the Crusades – struggles with life and questions his faith. Witnessing widespread suffering and the apparent absence of God, Block defiantly challenges Death to a game of chess. He journeys with two travelers, Jof and Mia, forming a bond and seeking one final good deed before he dies. The film blends historical drama with philosophical ideas, exploring mortality, faith, and human connection amidst widespread disease and despair.Stream onIMDb 8.1TMDB 8.2
  29. 129ChinamanMovie · 2005 · 88m · Comedy, Drama, RomanceKeld is adrift after his wife of 25 years leaves him. He finds solace in the daily specials at the local Chinese takeaway. The owner suggests a marriage of convenience with his sister from China, and an unexpected connection forms. These two emotionally vulnerable people develop a tender romance, but a hidden truth casts a shadow over their relationship. It's a quiet and moving story about finding connection amidst life's complexities.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.7
  30. 130The WaveMovie · 2015 · 105m · Action, Thriller, DramaA massive landslide in Norway's Geirangerfjord creates a devastating, 300-foot-high tsunami. Caught in the chaos is a geologist.Stream onIMDb 6.6TMDB 6.7
  31. 131King of Devil's IslandMovie · 2010 · 117m · Drama, ActionWinter 1915 on the island of Bastøy, near Oslo. A harsh institution houses a group of boys, aged 11 to 18, considered delinquents. The island is known for its brutal discipline. The arrival of a new boy, Erling, sparks a desire for escape. Following a devastating event, he rallies the other boys to launch a violent revolt. The boys seize control of Bastøy, prompting the deployment of 150 soldiers to regain order.Stream onIMDb 7.4TMDB 7.1
  32. 1321001 GramsMovie · 2014 · 93mIn Paris, Norwegian scientist Marie attends a seminar focused on the precise weight of a kilogram. However, her own emotional burden – disappointment, grief, and love – becomes the unexpected subject of her own measurement. Ultimately, Marie must confront the true weight of a human life and decide what values she will prioritize in her own existence.Stream onIMDb 6.2TMDB 5.5
  33. 133Cries and WhispersMovie · 1972 · 95m · DramaThis film is a deeply emotional story about three sisters facing a loved one’s approaching death and their own personal difficulties. As Agnes battles cancer, her sisters are consumed by their own emotional struggles, making it hard for them to offer the support she needs in her final days. The drama explores how family can both comfort and hinder healing during difficult times. It examines themes of acceptance, forgiveness, and complicated relationships, offering a close look at the painful process of dealing with loss and mortality.Stream onIMDb 7.9TMDB 7.9
  34. 134Adam's ApplesMovie · 2005 · 95m · Drama, Comedy, CrimeA man with neo-Nazi beliefs is ordered to do community service at a church, where he finds himself in conflict with the deeply devoted priest.Stream onIMDb 7.7TMDB 7.4