Danish TV Series 'Borgen' Returns for Fourth Season on Netflix in 2022
The Danish political drama 'Borgen,' created by Adam Price for DR1 and aired from 2010 to 2013, is set to return with a fourth season on Netflix in 2022. The series, now available on Netflix, follows Birgitte Nyborg (played by Sidse Babett Knudsen), Denmark's first female Prime Minister, as she navigates political intrigue, personal sacrifice, and media scrutiny. The show explores themes of power, gender, and democracy, predating the #MeToo movement. Birgitte is portrayed as an honest but strategic politician who often prioritizes her career over family. The series also examines the role of the press, including paparazzi and the balance between ratings and journalistic duty. The upcoming season was announced by Netflix last year.
Key facts
- Borgen is a Danish TV series created by Adam Price for DR1.
- The series originally aired from 2010 to 2013.
- It is now available on Netflix.
- The protagonist is Birgitte Nyborg, played by Sidse Babett Knudsen.
- Birgitte Nyborg is Denmark's first female Prime Minister.
- The series addresses themes of power, gender, and democracy.
- It predates the #MeToo movement.
- Netflix announced a fourth season for 2022.
Entities
Artists
- Adam Price
- Sidse Babett Knudsen
- Susanne Bier
Institutions
- DR1
- Netflix
- Artribune
Locations
- Copenhagen
- Denmark
- Italy