The Bridge (2011)
Kernel Score: 90% · 679 ratings
Genres: Crime, Mystery, Drama
First aired: 2011-09-21
Seasons: 4 · 38 episodes
Where to watch The Bridge
- Stream: Mhz Choice
- Free with ads: Plex
- Buy: Prime Video
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
When a body is found on the bridge between Denmark and Sweden, right on the border, Danish inspector Martin Rohde and Swedish Saga Norén have to share jurisdiction and work together to find the killer.
The Bridge parents' guide: ages 14+
Parents need to know that The Bridge is a TV-MA Scandinavian crime drama centered on a murder investigation.
- Violence & scariness: Moderate — Centers on a murder investigation with intense, tragic crime elements.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official TV-MA rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Cast
- Sofia Helin as Saga Norén
- Thure Lindhardt as Henrik Sabroe
- Mikael Birkkjær as Jonas
- Sarah Boberg as Lillian Larsen
- Rafael Pettersson as John Lundqvist
- Julie Carlsen as Barbara
- Maria Kulle as Linn
- Anders Mossling as Frank
- Thomas W. Gabrielsson as Niels
The Bridge FAQ
Is The Bridge good?
The Bridge has a 90% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 679 audience ratings.
Where can I watch The Bridge?
In the US you can stream The Bridge on Mhz Choice, watch it free with ads on Plex and buy it from Prime Video.
Is The Bridge OK for kids?
The Bridge is rated TV-MA. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 14+. Parents need to know that The Bridge is a TV-MA Scandinavian crime drama centered on a murder investigation.
What shows are like The Bridge?
If you liked The Bridge, try The Killing, Agatha Christie's Marple, The Killing and Cold Case.