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Schlüter

Series Overview

Denmark is on the brink of bankruptcy when Conservative Poul Schlüter becomes prime minister in 1982. Over his more than 10 years in office, he manages to restore the country's economy—but remains deeply unpopular with parts of the population. Schlüter becomes the longest-serving prime minister since World War II. What was the secret behind his long tenure? And what were the personal costs for him and his family? Get to know the man and the politician in DR’s new three-part documentary, Schlüter.

Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.

EndedDocumentary
Original Network
Danmarks Radio
Episodes & Seasons

1 Season • 3 Episodes

Air Date Window

2023 – 2023

Premiered: Sat, May 27, 2023

Created By
Laura Teilmann Kamp

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Sat, May 27, 2023

Season 1, Episode 3: “Nothing has been swept under the rug”

Lisbeth’s death looms like a dark cloud over Schlüter, while power struggles intensify at Christiansborg. A civil war on the other side of the world ends up having a decisive impact on Poul Schlüter’s final days as prime minister. But amid the turmoil, he finds love again.

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Laura Teilmann Kamp

Director of Photography

Jakob Johansen

Film Editing

Emma Hjulmand Nielsen

Producers

Anja Hauberg Kaalund, Jytte Bergmann Moll, Ahn-Sofie Damborg, Gitte Hasseltoft Hansen

Department Leadership Roster

Ahn-Sofie Damborg

Producer

Gitte Hasseltoft Hansen

Producer

Laura Teilmann Kamp

Director

Jakob Johansen

Jakob Johansen

Director of Photography

Emma Hjulmand Nielsen

Editor

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Frequently Asked Questions About Schlüter

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What is Schlüter about?

Denmark is on the brink of bankruptcy when Conservative Poul Schlüter becomes prime minister in 1982. Over his more than 10 years in office, he manages to restore the country's economy—but remains deeply unpopular with parts of the population. Schlüter becomes the longest-serving prime minister since World War II. What was the secret behind his long tenure? And what were the personal costs for him and his family? Get to know the man and the politician in DR’s new three-part documentary, Schlüter.

How many seasons does Schlüter have?

Schlüter comprises 1 season available to explore.

Who stars in Schlüter?

Key cast members in Schlüter include Poul Schlüter, Henning Dyremose, Monica Baruah, Kurt Strand, Niels Wium Olesen.

Who created or directed Schlüter?

Schlüter was developed and directed by Laura Teilmann Kamp.