Swedish/Danish Language Drama ‘The Bridge’ Returns For Final 4th Season On BBC Two
The original, critically acclaimed, hit Swedish/Danish language drama ‘The Bridge‘ will return to the UK on BBC Two in 2018 the broadcaster has announced.
Sofia Helin and Thure Lindhart reprise their roles as the iconic Saga and her innately talented Danish partner, Henrik, in a heart-stopping concluding case that tests their very special relationship to its limits both professionally and personally.
“It is obviously very sad to say goodbye to Saga after four incredible seasons,” comments Anders Landstrom, producer of The Bridge. “But our talented writers, Hans and Camilla have an extraordinary end in store for viewers. Sofia has played the role of Saga with a rawness and truth rarely seen on screen and it’s been a pleasure to work with her, and Thure on a series of which we are immensely proud.”
The series, which spawned a whole host of copycat shows in the UK, USA and France (some more successful than others), proved a breakout hit in Scandinavia, with the previous series being The Bridge’s highest-rated yet. It was also BBC Four’s highest ever rating drama when Season 3 aired in the UK.
“It is great to see this fantastic series back and on BBC Two,” adds Patrick Holland, Channel Controller of BBC Two. “The Bridge has helped redefine television drama in recent years and it is fitting that its final series will be showcased on BBC Two.”
The series is a Scandinavian co-production, produced in Sweden by Filmlance International, part of Endemol Shine Group and in Denmark by Nimbus Film.
‘The Bridge‘ (Bron/Broen) Season 4 will air on BBC Two in 2018. Exact timing TBC.
