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Scandinavian Star

Scandinavian Star

152020•1h 0m•8.3/10
Documentary

Ratings

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8.3/10(3)

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.

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Production

Danish Documentary, Nordisk Film Denmark, DR TV

Language

DA

Status

Ended

First Aired

March 8, 2020

Last Aired

April 6, 2020

Networks

DR1

Where to Watch
Region US · Lang EN
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No providers available for this region.
Seasons & Episodes
Select a season to view episodes. Reddit links may contain spoilers.
Season
The Fire
E1
The Fire
Air date: 2020-03-08
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.
The Disaster
E2
The Disaster
Air date: 2020-03-15
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.
The Crime Scene
E3
The Crime Scene
Air date: 2020-03-22
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.
The Arsonist
E4
The Arsonist
Air date: 2020-03-29
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.
E5
Miami
Air date: 2020-04-05
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.
E6
Restored Hope
Air date: 2020-04-06
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.

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