The 8 Best Nordic Noir Shows on Netflix Right Now (January 2025)

Nordic noir, also known as Scandinavian noir, has been a popular genre since the 1990s, but it’s the streaming boom of the 2010s that really helped make it an international favorite. Gritty investigative thrillers, these moody crime fiction stories are usually told from the perspective of law enforcement officers, set in bleak landscapes, and explore social criticism, as well as deep emotional struggles in the face of the dark and inexplicable. Netflix’s library is home to a vast collection of Nordic noir shows, including some of the genre’s most popular hits. Read on to discover our handpicked selection of the best Nordic noir shows on Netflix right now.