Top TV Series Capturing Swedish Audiences in 2025: Netflix Dominates with Diverse Hits

Swedish viewers in 2025 have shown a strong preference for a wide array of television series, with Netflix leading by featuring four titles among the year's top shows. The most acclaimed series is "Adolescence," a psychological crime drama created by Jack Thorne and Stephen Graham. It delves into the complex struggles of adolescence and the dark impact of the internet, resonating deeply with audiences for its emotional storytelling.

Other notable entries include "Asura," a Japanese family drama by Hirokazu Kore-eda, praised for its emotional depth but considered underrated. "The lowdown," starring Ethan Hawke, offers a blend of dark humor and serious themes within a Southern noir framework. Vince Gilligan's "Pluribus" presents a compelling post-apocalyptic sci-fi narrative, while "The studio" satirizes Hollywood through Seth Rogen's comedic lens.

Swedish production "Jag for ner till bror," based on Karin Smirnoff's novel, stands out as the best Swedish series, receiving high praise for its gripping narrative and strong performances. HBO's "Task" continues to impress with a powerful crime drama.

Among Netflix's current hits, "Parish" has climbed to the fifth most popular series in Sweden despite mixed critical reviews—holding only a 33% critics' rating on Rotten Tomatoes—but it enjoys a 76% audience score and a 6.4 IMDb rating. The crime drama stars Giancarlo Esposito as Gray Parish, a chauffeur caught in a dangerous criminal web following his son's murder. Its engaging plot and cast have earned it a dedicated fan base.

This diverse slate of series highlights the vibrant storytelling landscape in Sweden for 2025, spanning genres from psychological drama to family stories, crime thrillers, and comedy, reflecting varied cultural and emotional interests.