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Scandinavian Star

Scandinavian Star

★ 8.3/10•2020•1h 0m•15•Documentary
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The story of the tragedy on board the Scandinavian Star in 1990, is still the biggest unsolved murder mystery in Scandinavia in recent times. 30 years after the disaster, a new Danish documentary series tells the entire story.

Mikala Krogh · Director

Lars Halskov · Screenplay

Mikala Krogh · Screenplay

Nikolaj Scherfig · Screenplay

StatusEnded
Runtime1h 0m
LanguageDA
First Air DateMar 8, 2020

Episodes

Episode 1 - The FireE160m

The Fire

On April 6th 1990, the Scandinavian Star leaves port. What should have been a regular cruise becomes a tragedy, and 159 people die. This is the story of the biggest unsolved murder case in recent Scandinavian history.

Mar 8, 2020

Episode 2 - The DisasterE260m

The Disaster

When the fire starts aboard the Scandinavian Star, panic erupts. Then, when the rescue mission starts, the water used to extinguish the fire threatens to capsize the ship.

Mar 15, 2020

Episode 3 - The Crime SceneE360m

The Crime Scene

Everyone thinks the fire has almost been extinguished, but at 3:00am, another explosive fire suddenly breaks out, burning a large part of the ship. On the docks, an extensive international investigation begins.

Mar 22, 2020

Episode 4 - The ArsonistE460m

The Arsonist

Norwegian police receive a tip that a convicted arsonist was among the deceased. The suspect is a Danish truck driver, and despite the lack of evidence, Norwegian police decide to name him as the perpetrator.

Mar 29, 2020

E560m

Miami

The ship is left in a port in England, waiting for a new owner. It’s eventually purchased for a small amount by an unknown company from the Bahamas.  A Norwegian journalist starts a closer investigation.

Apr 5, 2020

E660m

Restored Hope

After pressure from an independent investigation group, Norwegian police re-open the case in 2014. A crew member decides to step forward and tell his story for the first time, 30 years after the disaster.

Apr 6, 2020

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