Nordic Noir, Film Funds and Co-productions — 2026-10-10
SVT has officially announced "Kejsaren," a new psychological thriller series by Ronnie Sandahl, with production set for 2027 and a 2028 premiere. Meanwhile, sales agent Reinvent Yellow has added Nordic crime titles, including Warner Bros. Sweden’s "The Homicide Unit," to its Mipcom slate, signaling continued international demand for Scandinavian noir. In Denmark, DR is rolling out its October programming slate, featuring the premiere of the new drama series "Høst."
Nordic Noir, Film Funds and Co-productions — 2026-10-10
Top developments
SVT Greenlights "Kejsaren" Psychological Thriller
On October 8, 2026, SVT announced the commission of "Kejsaren" (The Emperor), a new psychological thriller series created by Ronnie Sandahl, known for "Helikopterrånet" and "Borg." The series, described as a "twisty psychological thriller that goes deeper than the Swedish detective genre usually does," will be filmed in Skåne and Småland in 2027, with a planned premiere in 2028. This move reinforces SVT’s strategy of backing high-profile creators for prestige crime dramas following recent successes.
Reinvent Yellow Adds Nordic Crime Series to Mipcom Slate
Sales agency Reinvent Yellow has added two major Nordic crime series to its upcoming Mipcom slate: SkyShowtime’s "The Homicide Unit," produced by Warner Bros. International Television Production Sweden, and Iceland’s "Fjord." This addition highlights the strong pipeline of co-productions and local-language thrillers seeking international distribution ahead of the November market. The inclusion of Warner Bros. Sweden’s production underscores the active role of major studio subsidiaries in the regional noir market.
DR Premieres New Drama "Høst" in October Slate
Danish broadcaster DR has launched its October 2026 content lineup, which includes the premiere of the new Danish drama series "Høst." The series is part of DR’s broader fall schedule, which also features new seasons of other key titles. The launch represents a significant domestic commission for DR, aligning with their ongoing investment in local fiction alongside streaming partners.
Local view
Swedish media coverage, led by outlets like Expressen and Filmtopp, has focused heavily on the creative pedigree of "Kejsaren," emphasizing Ronnie Sandahl’s previous hits and the show's ambition to transcend traditional deckare (detective) tropes. In Denmark, Digitalt.tv and Femina are highlighting the availability of new local content like "Høst" on DRTV, framing it as a key cultural event for the month alongside music and entertainment programming.
Context & numbers
No specific financial figures or grant announcements from Nordisk Film & TV Fond were released in the past seven days (after Oct 3). The most recent fund data available is from Q3 2026, published earlier this year, showing NOK 17.8 million granted to films and NOK 7.2 million to drama series in that quarter.
On the radar
- Mipcom 2026: Keep an eye on the sales activity for "The Homicide Unit" and other Reinvent Yellow titles when the market opens in November.
- SVT Production Start: Filming for "Kejsaren" begins in 2027, with casting news likely to emerge throughout late 2026 and early 2027.
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