Viaplay January 2025 Highlights

By Jon Donnis

January brings a thrilling lineup to Viaplay, featuring premieres and exclusives that promise to captivate audiences. From gripping Nordic Noir to inspiring sports documentaries, here's what to look forward to.

Veronika – A Swedish Psychological Thriller

Premieres Monday, 27 January – Exclusive UK Premiere (Full Series, 8 Episodes)

Step into the dark world of Veronika, an innovative Nordic Noir series premiering exclusively in the UK on Viaplay.

The story centres on Veronika Gren, a police officer juggling the demands of her job and her family, all while hiding a secret pill addiction. Her reality takes a chilling turn when she encounters a dead boy standing before her. Is it a hallucination or something more sinister?

Veronika discovers that the boy is linked to an ongoing murder investigation involving two teenage girls. Haunted by spectral figures seeking justice, she is drawn into a web of mystery and danger.

Directed by Jonas Alexander Arnby (War of the Worlds, When Animals Dream) and starring Nordic icons Alexandra Rapaport (Sandhamn Murders, Honour) and Tobias Santelmann (Exit, Borderline), Veronika promises a haunting blend of psychological tension and supernatural intrigue.

This Swedish thriller with English subtitles is a must-watch for fans of atmospheric storytelling.

The Bunker – A Chilling True-Crime Documentary

Premieres Monday, 13 January – Exclusive UK Premiere (Full Series, 3 Episodes)

The Bunker delves into the harrowing real-life case of Isabel Eriksson, a Swedish woman who survived a shocking abduction.

In 2015, Isabel was drugged and kidnapped by Martin Trenneborg, a doctor she had met on a date. Trenneborg had spent years constructing a bunker where he intended to imprison Isabel and others. Despite the trauma, Isabel escaped and now confronts her past in this stark and powerful documentary.

The series includes her personal account of the ordeal, visits to a reconstructed version of the bunker, and an exploration of the lasting effects of PTSD.

The Bunker is a gripping tale of resilience, told through the survivor's eyes. This Swedish-language series with English subtitles offers an unflinching look at the human spirit in the face of unimaginable adversity.

Cody Gakpo – Psalm 20:4 – An Inspiring Sports Documentary

Premieres Monday, 6 January – Exclusive UK Premiere (Full Series, 3 Episodes)

Start the new year with Cody Gakpo – Psalm 20:4, an inspiring documentary that chronicles the life and career of the renowned Dutch footballer.

Directed by Lennart Timmerman, this series explores pivotal moments in Gakpo's career, from his stellar performance at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar to his high-profile transfer to Liverpool FC in January 2023.

The documentary goes beyond the pitch, offering a personal glimpse into Gakpo's life off the field. It highlights his strong faith, devotion to family, and the challenges he faces in the high-pressure world of professional football.

With exclusive access and a heartfelt narrative, this Dutch and English-language series is an inspiring tale of determination and belief.

January on Viaplay offers a rich mix of genres, from spine-chilling thrillers to real-life survival stories and sports inspiration. Don't miss these standout premieres, each bringing its own unique edge to your screen.