The State of Netflix Nordics – and Inside the highly Anticipated Series Jo Nesbø's Harry Hole 

What does the current Netflix landscape look like in the Nordics — and where is it heading next? 

This session offers a rare look at Netflix’s business and creative direction in the Nordics, including insights into current priorities, what kinds of stories are being sought, and how the Nordic slate for 2026 is taking shape. The conversation then shifts into an exclusive deep dive into the highly anticipated series Jo Nesbø's Harry Hole. 

Based on Jo Nesbø’s bestselling novels, the series follows the complex detective Harry Hole as he navigates his inner demons and a corrupt colleague within Oslo’s criminal underworld. Joined by the director and lead actor, the session explores the creative vision behind the adaptation and the journey from literary icon to screen. 

On Stage: Jenny Stjernströmer Björk, Vice President Content Netflix Nordics; Håkon Briseid, Director Series Netflix Nordics; Tobias Santelmann, Lead actor in Jo Nesbø's Harry Hole; Øystein Karlsen, Director of Jo Nesbø's Harry Hole. 

Panelists

Jenny Stjernströmer Björk

Vice President, Content, Netflix Nordics

Håkon Briseid

Director, Series, Netflix Nordics

Tobias Santelmann

Actor

Øystein Karlsen

Director