Murder Mystery Unraveled: The Swedish Thriller on Netflix That’s Taking the World by Storm

“Murders in Åre” is a Swedish crime series based on novels by bestselling author Viveca Sten, which has topped Netflix charts since its premiere on February 6, 2025.

“Murders in Åre” has quickly become Netflix’s latest hit, claiming the top spot on the streaming service’s viewership list, surpassing “The Night Agent” less than 24 hours after its release on February 6, 2025. Netflix subscribers were captivated by this gripping Swedish thriller, adapted from the first two novels in the series by Viveca Sten, who also wrote the novels behind the televised adaptation of “Murders in Sandhamn”.

The series centers around a Stockholm detective on a mountain vacation who gets involved in the investigation of the mysterious disappearance of a young woman named Amanda… which leads to the gruesome discovery of Johan Andersson, a former ski champion, dismembered near a railway track. Be warned, the following contains spoilers about the series.

Throughout “Murders in Åre,” viewers learn that Amanda had uncovered that a cleaning lady was being exploited by Bosse Risberg, the husband of a cleaning company’s owner. Amanda planned to expose him, but Bosse strangled her and left her body on a ski lift to cover up his crimes.

As for Johan Andersson’s murder, a pastor was initially suspected due to his wife’s affair with Johan. However, it was actually the victim’s stepson who was responsible: he was trying to prevent a violent argument between his stepfather and mother and struck Johan with a shovel, killing him. The mother and her ex-husband then staged the homicide as an accident by placing the body on the railway track.

The series wraps up with Hannah standing on the balcony of her chalet, uncertain of the future, while Daniel decides to focus more on his family. Does this set the stage for a potential Season 2? As of now, it has not been confirmed.

What is the plot of Murders in Åre?

In “Murders in Åre,” Hanna Ahlander, a Stockholm detective recently suspended and dumped by her boyfriend, heads to the mountains to unwind. However, the chilling disappearance of a young woman on the cold night of Saint Lucia compels her to return to duty. She offers her help to Detective Daniel Lindskog who, short on staff, reluctantly accepts her assistance. The pair soon confronts a whirlwind of mysteries more complex than they appear.

Who are the cast of Murders in Åre?

• Carla Sehn: Hanna Ahlander
• Kardo Razzazi: Daniel Lindskog
• Diana Gardner: Zuhra
• Francisco Sobrado: Raffe
• Frida Argento
• Amalia Holm
• Charlie Gustafsson
• Francisco Sobrado

Where to watch Murders in Åre streaming?

For fans of Nordic noir, the release of the first season of “Murders in Åre” on February 6, 2025, on Netflix is a must-watch event. To find out if Hanna and Daniel can unravel the dark mysteries hidden in the icy landscapes of Sweden, simply subscribe to the streaming platform. Subscription options include an essential plan with ads ($5.99 a month), a standard plan without ads ($13.49 a month), or the premium plan ($19.99 a month).