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Bäckström

2020·Show
18Episodes in3Seasons
IMDb6.7
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High energy, strong craft, emotionally cool.

Energy

Nerve-racking

  • Tension9
  • Adrenaline6
  • Fast Pace6

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Melancholy6
  • Catharsis5
  • Pathos4

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Dark Humor3
  • Cringe Humor2

World

Crime, mystery, and everyday modern life

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout direction, performances, and storytelling

  • Intrigue9
  • Direction8
  • Acting8

Style

Standout cinematography

  • Cinematography8
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

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Episode ratings

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About

Murder investigator Evert Bäckström is convinced that crimes have been committed when a women's cranium is found on an island in the archipelago. But his investigation is countered by the police chief and when the woman's identity is clarified, the entire investigation is turned upside down.
Nordic NoirPolice ProceduralTwisted MysteryCharacter-Driven InvestigationSuspenseful ThrillerDark & AtmosphericUnreliable NarratorCrime DramaIntriguing Plot

Crew

Directed by:
Andreas Öhman, Manuel Concha, Jonathan Sjöberg
Written by:
Dennis Magnusson, Jonathan Sjöberg

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Bäckström

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Where can I stream Bäckström legally?

PrimeHooplaAcorn TVAcornTVSpectrum On DemandAmazon Prime Video Free with Ads

Bäckström is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, Acorn TV, Spectrum On Demand, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla and Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Bäckström worth watching?

63
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 64/100 (IMDb 6.7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Bäckström rated?

ViolenceDisturbing imagery

Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.

How many seasons does Bäckström have?

3 seasons

It has 3 seasons with 18 episodes of about 45 minutes each and is still in production.

Is Bäckström based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

When did Bäckström air?

It started in 2020 and is still in production.

What language is Bäckström in?

Swedish

It was made in Swedish. Produced in Germany, Sweden.

In how many countries can I watch Bäckström?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Bäckström in 15 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.