The Breakthrough
“Based on a true story.”
Series Overview
When a shocking double homicide goes unsolved for 16 years, a detective teams up with a genealogist to catch the killer before it becomes a cold case.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.
1 Season • 4 Episodes
38 min per episode
2025 – 2025
Premiered: Tue, Jan 7, 2025
Creative Production Team
Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 4: “A Lonely Person”
With everyone nearing the ends of their ropes, a revelation from an unexpected source leads to a breakthrough in the case.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Cast & Creators
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Peter Eggers
John
Mattias Nordkvist
Per
Jessica Liedberg
Francy
Karin de Frumerie
Lollo
Julia Sporre
Stina
Julius Fleischanderl
Ante
Annika Hallin
Karin
Bahador Foladi
Saad
Jonatan Rodriguez
Miran
Per Burell
Kjell
Anna Azcárate
Gunilla
Fredrik Wagner
Peter
Victor von Schirach
Thomas
Malin Güettler
Annika
Emelie Falk
Anna
Marley Norstad
Adnan
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lisa Siwe
Anna Bodin, Oskar Söderlund, Peter Sjölund
Lejla Besic, Elin Kvist, Joshua Mehr, Pontus Edgren
Department Leadership Roster
Lejla Besic
Producer
Oskar Söderlund
Writer
Lisa Siwe
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
TV-14: Parents Strongly Cautioned — Contains material unsuitable for children under 14.
International Certification Matrix
Parents Strongly Cautioned — Contains material unsuitable for children under 14.
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
14+ Parents Strongly Cautioned.
Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Suitable only for 12 years and over.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Breakthrough
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What is The Breakthrough about?
When a shocking double homicide goes unsolved for 16 years, a detective teams up with a genealogist to catch the killer before it becomes a cold case.
How many seasons does The Breakthrough have?
The Breakthrough comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in The Breakthrough?
Key cast members in The Breakthrough include Peter Eggers, Mattias Nordkvist, Jessica Liedberg, Karin de Frumerie, Julia Sporre.
Who created or directed The Breakthrough?
The Breakthrough was developed and directed by Lisa Siwe.