Discover the best of Swedish cinema, film, and television
Discover the definitive list of popular and critically-acclaimed movies and TV shows from Sweden. Find your next binge-watch, streaming on Netflix, HBO, Hulu, Prime Video, and other top services!
The cinema of Sweden
Sweden's cinema landscape is dominated by one towering figure: Ingmar Bergman, whose profound philosophical explorations revolutionised world cinema. Works like "The Seventh Seal" (1957), "Wild Strawberries" (1957), "Persona" (1966) and "Fanny and Alexander" (1982) were included in Sight & Sound's Greatest Films of All Time. Bergman's over 60 films as director made him one of the most prolific artists in cinema history, creating a distinctive cinematic universe that examined mortality, faith, and human relationships with uncompromising intensity. What made Bergman extraordinary wasn't just his artistry but his collaborative approach. He developed a legendary repertory company including cinematographer Sven Nykvist and actors Max von Sydow, Liv Ullmann and Bibi Andersson, creating an intimate filmmaking family that produced consistently brilliant work. Swedish television has been equally influential globally. The 1969 "Pippi Longstocking" series became a worldwide phenomenon, with three million viewers watching during its thirteen-week run, introducing Astrid Lindgren's beloved character to international audiences and establishing Sweden as a powerhouse in children's programming. Contemporary Swedish cinema continues this legacy of excellence, though modern Sweden is perhaps better known for pioneering Nordic noir on television. Series like "Wallander" have captivated global audiences, proving that Swedish storytelling transcends language barriers. What makes Swedish cinema special is its fearless examination of the human condition, whether through Bergman's existential masterpieces or contemporary crime dramas. This small Nordic nation consistently produces content that resonates worldwide, maintaining its reputation for thoughtful, beautifully crafted storytelling.
Best Swedish series
The Bridge 2011
When a body is found on the bridge between Denmark and Sweden, right on the border, Danish inspector Martin Rohde and Swedish Saga Norén have to share jurisdiction and work together to find the killer.
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Young Royals 2021
Prince Wilhelm adjusts to life at his prestigious new boarding school, Hillerska, but following his heart proves more challenging than anticipated.
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The Åre Murders 2025
A Stockholm detective under internal investigation heads to a ski resort to unwind, until a young girl's disappearance compels her back to work.
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Quicksand 2019
After a tragedy at a school sends shock waves through a wealthy Stockholm suburb, a seemingly well-adjusted teen finds herself on trial for murder.
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The Playlist 2022
How Swedish tech entrepreneur Daniel Ek and business partner Martin Lorentzon revolutionized the music industry through free and legal music streaming when they launched Spotify.
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The Glass Dome 2025
When her friend's daughter goes missing, criminologist Lejla joins the search — and must confront the haunting trauma of her own childhood abduction.
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Best Swedish movies
Je m'appelle Agneta 2026
Craving a fresh start, recently unemployed Agneta accepts an au pair gig in Provence that turns into an indulgent escape — and an unexpected awakening.
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The Swedish Connection 2026
Swedish Foreign Ministry bureaucrat Gösta Engzell, overlooked during WWII, rescued thousands while turning supposedly neutral Sweden into a moral force. His efforts challenged the status quo and left a lasting humanitarian legacy.
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The Last Viking 2025
After serving fourteen years for robbery, Anker is released from prison and reunites with his mentally ill brother Manfred, who alone knows where the stolen money is hidden but has forgotten its location, sending them on a journey to recover the loot and confront who they are.
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Triangle of Sadness 2022
A celebrity model couple are invited on a luxury cruise for the uber-rich, helmed by an unhinged, alcoholic captain. What first appears Instagrammable ends catastrophically, leaving the survivors stranded on a desert island in a struggle of hierarchy.
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Let the Right One In 2008
When Oskar, a sensitive, bullied 12-year-old boy, meets his new neighbor, the mysterious and moody Eli, they strike up a friendship. Initially reserved with each other, Oskar and Eli slowly form a close bond, but it soon becomes apparent that she is no ordinary young girl.
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Kung Fury 2015
During an unfortunate series of events, a friend of Kung Fury is assassinated by the most dangerous kung fu master criminal of all time, Adolf Hitler, a.k.a Kung Führer. Kung Fury decides to travel back in time to Nazi Germany in order to kill Hitler and end the Nazi empire once and for all.
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