The Unlikely Murderer
“Based on the real assassination on prime minister Olof Palme.”
Series Overview
After the assassination of prime minister Olof Palme in 1986, Stig Engström managed to elude justice right up to his death through a combination of audacity, luck, and a perplexed police force.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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1 Season • 5 Episodes
47 min per episode
2021 – 2021
Premiered: Fri, Nov 5, 2021
Niklas RockströmLatest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 5: “Episode 5”
His mental health deteriorating, Engström's life falls to pieces. Years later, a prosecutor revisits the case and makes a momentous announcement.
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Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Official TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2021-10-07
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Charlotte Brändström
Frans Bak
Frida Asp, Joshua Mehr, Pontus Edgren, Charlotte Brändström
Department Leadership Roster
Kicki Ilander
Costume Design
Frida Asp
Producer
Bjorn Arvid Hestad
Visual Effects Supervisor
Mikael Varhelyi
Production Design
Charlotte Brändström
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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TV-MA: Mature Audience Only — Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and unsuitable for children under 17.
International Certification Matrix
Mature Audience Only — Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and unsuitable for children under 17.
Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
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What is The Unlikely Murderer about?
After the assassination of prime minister Olof Palme in 1986, Stig Engström managed to elude justice right up to his death through a combination of audacity, luck, and a perplexed police force.
How many seasons does The Unlikely Murderer have?
The Unlikely Murderer comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in The Unlikely Murderer?
Key cast members in The Unlikely Murderer include Robert Gustafsson, Mikael Persbrandt, Eva Melander, Björn Bengtsson, Peter Viitanen.
Who created or directed The Unlikely Murderer?
The Unlikely Murderer was developed and directed by Charlotte Brändström.