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The Bridge: All Four Seasons Now Streaming on Amazon Prime Video UK
The acclaimed Swedish-Danish crime series The Bridge, which spawned seven international remakes, is now available to stream on Amazon Prime Video in the UK. The show, originally titled Broen/Bron, follows a cross-border investigation that begins with a corpse discovered on the Øresund Bridge.
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The Bridge Arrives on Amazon Prime Video UK
The acclaimed Swedish-Danish crime series The Bridge is now available to stream on Amazon Prime Video in the UK, with all four seasons accessible to subscribers. The show, originally known as Broen/Bron, straddles the physical border between Sweden and Denmark, and its premise revolves around a corpse discovered on the bridge connecting Malmö and Copenhagen.
The investigation that follows draws in Swedish detective Saga Norén and her Danish counterpart Martin Rohde, played by Sofia Helin and Kim Bodnia respectively. The body is revealed to be two halves of two different women—one a Swedish politician, the other a Danish prostitute—prompting a joint cross-border inquiry that involves local authorities, the media, and an elusive killer who claims his crimes highlight social issues. Throughout the series, the two lead detectives navigate their own intertwining personal lives.
Fan and Critical Reception
Online reviews of The Bridge frequently highlight the performances of Helin and Bodnia. One IMDb reviewer wrote: "Acting is first rate, especially that of the two leads, Kim Bodnia, who plays Martin Rohde and the utterly brilliant Sofia Helin, who plays the clever but quirky Saga Noren." The same reviewer added: "Her performance is exceptional and you can't help but love her character."
Other fans have praised Helin's "excellent" depiction of a character on the autism spectrum. One commenter noted: "Helin's interpretation of a police officer with Autism spectrum disorder, Asperger type, was just excellent. Without a doubt, one of the best performances I've ever seen, made by a non-autistic actress/actor."
While reviews vary, a common thread among viewers is the comparison between The Bridge and The Killing (originally titled Forbrydelsen). Both Scandinavian crime dramas are considered benchmarks of the genre and have been adapted into English-language versions. They share a dark visual aesthetic, incorporate substantial political and social themes, and progress at a deliberately measured pace rather than relying on frantic chase sequences. One fan wrote about The Bridge: "This one is a corker. It's right up there with 'The Killing' - and that's saying a lot."
Broadcast History and International Remakes
The Bridge's run in Britain proved highly successful. Following its initial broadcast on SVT1 and DR1 in 2011, it quickly arrived on BBC Four, with two additional series following, and the final installment was shown on BBC Two.
The show has inspired seven international remakes, each set on a different border or crossing. These include The Tunnel, a British-French version set in the tunnel between the two countries; another The Bridge spanning El Paso, USA, and Juárez, Mexico, featuring Diane Kruger; Most, set between Russia and Estonia; Der Pass, between Germany and Austria; and I Gefyra, connecting Greece and Turkey.
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Framing: Emphasizes the show's exceptional quality and its proliferation into seven remakes, now available on Amazon Prime
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An acclaimed Swedish-Danish crime drama is now available to stream on Amazon Prime Video in the UK
The show, originally known as Broen/Bron, straddles two nations - specifically, the physical border separating Sweden and Denmark
the discovery of a corpse triggers a joint investigation between Swedish police detective Saga Norén and her Danish counterpart Martin Rohde
The 'body' is subsequently revealed to comprise two halves of two different women - one a Swedish politician and the other a Danish prostitute
Sofia Helin and Kim Bodnia are singled out as standouts by one IMDb reviewer
The programme's run in the UK proved highly successful
Following its original broadcast on SVT1 and DR1 in 2011, it was promptly aired on BBC Four, with three additional seasons following, having transferred to BBC Two by the final one.
Adaptations of the show include The Tunnel, another The Bridge (El Paso and Juárez), Most, Malaysia and Singapore's The Bridge, Der Pass, and I Gefyra
Framing: Positive and promotional, framing the show as essential viewing for crime drama fans.
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All four seasons of the acclaimed Swedish-Danish crime series that inspired seven adaptations worldwide are now available to stream on Amazon Prime Video
The show, originally known as Broen/Bron, straddles the border between two nations - specifically, the physical boundary separating Sweden and Denmark.
It is on the bridge connecting Malmö and Copenhagen that the discovery of a corpse triggers a joint investigation between Swedish detective Saga Norén and her Danish counterpart Martin Rohde.
The "body" is subsequently revealed to comprise two halves belonging to two different women - one a Swedish politician, the other a Danish prostitute.
What unfolds is a dark and intricate investigation drawing in local authorities, the media, and an elusive killer who claims to be carrying out crimes to highlight various social issues - all while the two lead detectives navigate their own intertwining personal lives.
Both central characters feature prominently in glowing online reviews of The Bridge.
Their respective performers, Sofia Helin and Kim Bodnia, are singled out for praise by one IMDb reviewer, who wrote: "acting is first rate, especially that of the two leads, Kim Bodnia, who plays Martin Rohde and the utterly brilliant Sofia Helin, who plays the clever but quirky Saga Noren."
Other fans praised Helin's "excellent" depiction of a character on the autism spectrum, with one commenting: "Helin's interpretation of a police officer with Autism spectrum disorder, Asperger type, was just excellent."
While varied, online critiques of The Bridge largely share one common thread: viewers note parallels between the 2011 series and The Killing (originally titled Forbrydelsen).
The two programmes also employ a dark visual aesthetic and mood, incorporate substantial political and social themes, and progress at a deliberately measured tempo.
The Bridge's run in Britain proved highly successful.
Following its initial broadcast on SVT1 and DR1 in 2011, it quickly arrived on BBC Four, with two additional series following.
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ClaimAll four seasons of the acclaimed Swedish-Danish crime series The Bridge are now available to stream on Amazon Prime Video in the UK.
ClaimThe discovery of a corpse on the bridge connecting Malmö and Copenhagen triggers a joint investigation between Swedish detective Saga Norén and her Danish counterpart Martin Rohde.
ClaimOne IMDb reviewer wrote: 'acting is first rate, especially that of the two leads, Kim Bodnia, who plays Martin Rohde and the utterly brilliant Sofia Helin, who plays the clever but quirky Saga Noren.'
ClaimOne fan commented: 'Helin's interpretation of a police officer with Autism spectrum disorder, Asperger type, was just excellent. Without a doubt, one of the best performances I've ever seen, made by a non-autistic actress/actor.'