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If You're Watching the New Rebus Adaptation...
Published 7 days ago • 5 min read
Ever since the new Rebus adaptation premiered on ViaPlay last week, we've gotten a lot of emails like...
"Okay, I've subscribed to ViaPlay for Rebus - what else should I watch while I have it?"
Why would I subscribe to a service for one show? Do they have anything else worth watching?
And of course, we received a few messages that were just venting about how many streaming services you need to watch all the good British shows - which we understand (though as a news site, we can't do anything about it). Hopefully, there will be a DVD release at some point in the near future.
For those wondering what else to watch on ViaPlay, however, we can help. Though you won't find much in the way of British programming, those who enjoy Scandinavian shows are in luck. Below, we take a look at some of the best options across the major TV genres. There are many more, though, and you can view their entire selection HERE.
And of course, if you're looking for the usual links to what's new and coming soon in the US, they're right here:
Sthlm Requiem - Based on Kristina Ohlsson's novels, this series follows criminologist Fredrika Bergman as her intellect and logic guide her to success in a special investigations unit.
100 Code - After a series of murders in New York and Sweden, an American detective heads to Stockholm for a joint investigation.
Trom - This Faroe Islands-based crime drama follows a journalist who risks his own life to get to the bottom of the murder of a local activist.
Varg Veum - Based on the bestselling novels by Gunnar Staalesen, this Norwegian crime drama sees private detective Varg Veum solving cases at the same time as the local police.
Fenris - When a wolf researcher learns her father (also a wolf researcher) has lost his mind, she takes her son to the small town where he lives. Mysterious disappearances begin, and some locals blame the wolves.
Catch & Release - This Norwegian drama begins when a retired local doctor is shot dead by a river in a small village.
Detective Maria Kallio - This Finnish crime drama is about a young female officer who dreams of becoming a lawyer but instead finds herself heading up a murder squad.
Black Lake - When a group of friends travel to a remote ski resort to see if it can be reopened, they soon learn of the place's mysterious past - and present dangers.
Black Sands - After being forced to return to the hometown she once fled, thirtysomething DI Anita is pulled into a murder case...and the darkness of her past.
The Dying Detective - Lars was once head of the National Crime Unit, but now he's retired and not too pleased about it. After a stroke, his doctor awakens his interest in an unsolved case - and he takes action.
Modus - This Swedish crime drama sees an ex-FBI profiler and her autistic daughter drawn into a disturbing homicide investigation.
Drama
The Beach Hotel
The Beach Hotel - This deliciously soapy Swedish drama follows two rival families as they fight to run the biggest hotel in their coastal town.
Architect - In a near future version of Oslo, an architecture intern is tasked with finding a way to add housing to the city centre - only to realise the most suitable place is the abandoned parking garage she's living in illegally.
Harmonica - In the early 2000s, Harmonica was a band filling arenas. Now, a nostalgia tour has been proposed - and the married couple who make up the band are struggling with their marriage.
Better Times - Set in 1949, this series follow a group of young people trying to find their own way as adults.
Honour - This Swedish series follows a group of women who run a law firm that primarily represents women who've been victims of violent or sexual crimes. The women of the firm, however, have their own dark secrets...
Exit - Set among Oslo's elite, this Norwegian series follows a group of friends whose lives aren't as perfect as they seem.
Comedy
Sunny Side
Sunny Side - This Swedish series follows the lives of two very different families in an upper class area in Sweden.
Call Me Dad - This Danish series follows a couple of friends, Emil and Victor, who are happily starting a catering company together - until Emil learns Viktor is dating his mum.
New & Upcoming British TV
On BritBox, season 2 of Sherwoodpremieres with two episodes on the 14th, followed by pairs of episodes on Thursdays through the 28th. On the 18th, look for the docuseries Women on the Force.
On Acorn TV, new episodes ofWhitstable Pearl continue on Mondays through the 25th. New episodes of The Midwich Cuckoos: Village of the Damned premiere on Thursdays through the 28th, and new episodes of The Graham Norton Show air on Fridays through the 29th. On the 11th, they added the Gabriel Byrne-led political drama Secret State, along with Men Up, a film about the first clinical trials for Viagra. On the 18th, look for Maternal, a 2023 series about female NHS doctors heading back to work after maternity leave. They'll also be adding the film Mysterious Creatures that day.
On PBS Masterpiece, The Marlow Murder Club continues with new episodes weekly on Sundays.
On AMC+ and Shudder, the horror film Black Cab premiered on November 8th. It follows two people who head home after a night out, only to realise they're trapped in the cab and being driven to a remote location.
On Apple TV+, look for season 2 of Bad Sisters beginning on November 13th (two episode premiere + 1 weekly through December 25th). The dark comedy-thriller picks up two years after the "accidental death" of sister Grace's abusive husband.
On Peacock, The Day of the Jackal premieres on Thursday the 14th. Eddie Redmayne stars as the Jackal, an assassin who meets his match in British intelligence officer Bianca.
British TV news for American audiences. Enjoy British TV shows like Sherlock, Bridgerton, Downton Abbey, or Midsomer Murders? Wish it was easier to know when new shows are out on each of the different streaming services? Want a way to discover older British shows you might like? Sign up and we'll keep you updated.
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