The Valhalla Murders (2019)

“The Valhalla Murders” is an Icelandic crime drama television series that premiered on Netflix in 2019. The show was created by Thordur Palsson and produced by Truenorth in collaboration with RUV, Iceland’s national broadcasting service. The series stars Nína Dögg Filippusdóttir and Björn Thors in the lead roles, with a supporting cast that includes Bergur Ebbi Benediktsson, Edda Björgvinsdóttir, and Sigurður Skúlason.

The story of “The Valhalla Murders” revolves around the investigation of a series of murders that take place in Reykjavik’s Valhalla neighborhood. Police detective Kata (Nína Dögg Filippusdóttir) is sent from Oslo to Iceland to investigate the murders, and she is joined by her former boss, Arnar (Björn Thors), who has his own personal reasons for wanting to solve the case. As they delve deeper into the investigation, they uncover a web of secrets and lies that lead them to some surprising conclusions.

“The Valhalla Murders” has been well-received by both audiences and critics, with praise for its well-crafted suspenseful storytelling, strong performances, and beautiful Icelandic setting. It currently holds a rating of 7.2/10 on IMDb.

“The Valhalla Murders” has not won any major awards, but it has been nominated for several Icelandic Film and Television Awards, including Best TV Series and Best Supporting Actress in a TV Series.

Despite its relatively low profile compared to other international crime dramas, “The Valhalla Murders” has gained a dedicated following and continues to be a popular watch among fans of the genre. Its success has even led to the announcement of a second season, which is set to be released in the near future.