A gripping Norwegian crime drama, Jo Nesbø's Detective Hole, has rocketed up the Netflix UK chart just one week after its premiere on March 26. The series, based on Nesbø's Harry Hole novels, specifically the fifth instalment The Devil's Star, currently sits as the fifth most-watched TV programme on the platform.
The show follows troubled Oslo police detective Harry Hole, played by Tobias Santelmann, as he investigates a serial killer while battling his corrupt colleague Tom Waaler, portrayed by Joel Kinnaman. The cast also includes Pia Tjelta, Peter Stormare, and Anders Baasmo Christiansen.
Critics have lavished praise on the series, which holds a 90% score on Rotten Tomatoes. Collider described it as "a roundhouse-kick of a thrill ride," while FandomWire called it "stylish, gritty, and suspenseful." The Times noted its "rollicking" ride quality.
Fans have also expressed enthusiasm, with many binge-watching all nine episodes. One viewer on IMDb called it "an excellent adaptation... absolutely spot on with its recreation and casting." Another described it as "a gripping Norwegian masterpiece that stays with you," adding: "If you love smart, character-driven crime dramas... drop everything and watch."
Jo Nesbø's novels have sold 60 million copies globally, including 5.6 million in Norway, exceeding the country's population. The series appears to be following that success, with viewers praising its atmosphere and moral weight.
