Netflix's crime drama The Åre Murders, based on the best-selling books by Swedish author Viveca Sten, has fans clamoring for more episodes. The show, which premiered in 2025, adapts the novels Hidden in Snow and Hidden in the Shadows into a gripping television series.
A Chilling Nordic Noir
The series falls into the Nordic noir genre, featuring crime fiction from a police perspective set against a Scandinavian backdrop. The story unfolds in the small Swedish ski resort of Åre, where a murder investigation reveals a web of human trafficking and family secrets.
Detective Hanna, played by Carla Sehn, takes leave after a relationship breakdown and retreats to her sister's holiday home in Åre. When a girl vanishes, Hanna can't resist getting involved, despite the local police being understaffed. Officer Daniel, portrayed by Kardo Razzazi, reluctantly accepts her help, but trust between them is fragile.
Critical Acclaim and Fan Demand
A critic praised the show: "Grisly murders, a suffocating tone, and a climate so harsh you can practically feel the painfully numb fingers of the cast. What's not to love?"
Viewers on Rotten Tomatoes echoed this sentiment. One wrote: "Really great, watchable Swedish crime show. Relatable main characters with genuine warmth. Things played out in believable ways and the snowy setting was a fantastic element all on its own."
Another added: "There are two separate murder mysteries. They both have a slow build initially but once they pick up speed you are buckled in and barrelling down the highway."
Season 2 on the Horizon
According to WhatsonNetflix, The Åre Murders is set to return for a second season in 2026, featuring two new cases. While no official announcements have been made about further seasons, fans remain hopeful.
One viewer highlighted the bleak landscapes: "Good Nordic noir with brooding, bleak landscapes and crisp dialog, murder mystery with police personnel drama as a running side story."
All five episodes of The Åre Murders are currently streaming on Netflix, with English subtitles and dubbed versions available.
