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The Hunt for a Killer

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2020
1 Season
6 Episodes
SV
Ended
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Based on true stories about real homicide investigations in the south of Sweden between 1989-2004. A reality-based crime drama about the policeman Per-Åke Åkesson and the reconnaissance group that was tasked with investigating several murders of women in northeastern Skåne. The series starts in Hörby in 1989.

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Episodes

Season 1

Episode 1
E1

Episode 1

Nov 4, 202045m

10-year-old Helén Nilsson disappears on Easter 1989 in the small community of Hörby. It's a chilly evening and Helén will meet two classmates at the discount store a few minutes' walk from home, but the young friends never meet. Six days after the disappearance, Helén's wounded body is found, raped and strangled. Detective Commissioner Pelle Åkesson wants to work with the investigation but is abruptly rejected by her boss. When Helen's mother shows up at the police station and asks Pelle to take on the case, he promises to find Helen's killer.

Episode 2
E2

Episode 2

Nov 11, 202045m

The Helen investigation is on fire and Pelle Åkesson is following the investigation's dwindling existence. Two women are found murdered and night walking groups begin patrolling the streets in Kristianstad. Pelle and his team interrogate suspects and follow up on clues, but power struggles and political games complicate the investigation. Pelle's new colleague Monica Olhed's interrogation methods are starting to be discussed at the police station and a night walker catches Pelle's attention and is taken in for questioning.

Episode 3
E3

Episode 3

Nov 18, 202045m

The unsolved murder of Helén Nilsson continues to torment Pelle. To move on, he begins to dig into the murder of the prostitute Jannica Ekblad. The investigation leads them to a new suspect, a man called the Pig. Pelle wants to investigate the murders in parallel, but this leads to a conflict with his boss which has major consequences.

Episode 4
E4

Episode 4

Nov 25, 202044m

Pelle is back from sick leave and given an office in the police station's basement. He secretly begins to go through the Helen case and the group that can solve the murder reappears, now the hunt begins in earnest.

Episode 5
E5

Episode 5

Dec 2, 202044m

Pelle secretly and against his boss's will sends DNA from Helen to a lab in Birmingham for analysis. Now Pelle is in a hurry. This is the last chance before the investigation will be closed forever. The prosecutor gives Pelle the go-ahead to explore a number of DNA suspects.

Episode 6
E6

Episode 6

Dec 9, 202045m

15 years have passed since Helen disappeared. Pelle decides to tear down the cottage Ulf Olsson lived in when he disappeared. It is newly renovated but when they break up the floorboards they find traces of blood. But further technical evidence is needed for the prosecutor to prosecute.

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About The Hunt for a Killer

Based on true stories about real homicide investigations in the south of Sweden between 1989-2004. A reality-based crime drama about the policeman Per-Åke Åkesson and the reconnaissance group that was tasked with investigating several murders of women in northeastern Skåne. The series starts in Hörby in 1989. Across 1 season and 6 episodes, originally airing on SVT Play.

The Hunt for a Killer Cast and Characters

The cast features Lars Schilken (as Tonny Andersson), Minoo Mårtensson (as Helén Nilsson), Lotten Roos (as Monica Olhed), Anders Beckman (as Per-Åke Åkesson), and Sasha Becker (as Jannica Ekblad). Their performances are a major reason The Hunt for a Killer has built such a passionate audience.

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Why People Are Watching The Hunt for a Killer

The Hunt for a Killer flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is tight pacing that earns its twists. If you enjoy Sueco storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of show you'll end up recommending to friends.

Frequently Asked Questions about The Hunt for a Killer

Where can I watch The Hunt for a Killer online for free?

You can watch The Hunt for a Killer online free on CineFlixo. Just open the page and hit play — no signup, no subscription, full HD streaming on phone, tablet, or desktop.

How many episodes does The Hunt for a Killer have?

The Hunt for a Killer has 6 episodes across 1 season. All episodes are available to stream right here on CineFlixo.

Is The Hunt for a Killer good? What's the rating?

The Hunt for a Killer holds a 7.0/10 rating based on 24 reviews — well above average.

Who is in the cast of The Hunt for a Killer?

The main cast includes Lars Schilken, Minoo Mårtensson, Lotten Roos, and Anders Beckman, plus a strong supporting ensemble.

Is The Hunt for a Killer available in Sueco?

Yes — The Hunt for a Killer was originally produced in Sueco and that's the version you'll stream here on CineFlixo. English subtitles are provided when available.

When was The Hunt for a Killer released?

The Hunt for a Killer first aired in 2020.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I watch The Hunt for a Killer for free?

You can watch The Hunt for a Killer online for free on CineFlixo. All 6 episodes across 1 season are available to stream in HD without a subscription, signup, or paywall. Just open the show page and press play.

How many seasons and episodes does The Hunt for a Killer have?

The Hunt for a Killer currently has 1 season and a total of 6 episodes. The series status is "Ended", so the episode count may grow as new seasons are released. You can browse the full episode list on CineFlixo and continue watching from where you left off.

What is The Hunt for a Killer about?

Based on true stories about real homicide investigations in the south of Sweden between 1989-2004. A reality-based crime drama about the policeman Per-Åke Åkesson and the reconnaissance group that was tasked with investigating several murders of women in northeastern Skåne. The series starts in Hörby in 1989. It belongs to the Crime, Mystery genres.

In which language is The Hunt for a Killer originally available?

The Hunt for a Killer was originally produced in SV. On CineFlixo the show is available in its original SV audio. Check the player options on the watch page for available subtitle tracks.

When was The Hunt for a Killer first released?

The Hunt for a Killer first premiered on November 4, 2020 (2020). The series has since concluded its run.

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