We’re always on the hunt for the perfect thriller to binge-watch next. Still, our queue of evening favorites never stops growing. Yet, there’s no reason to limit ourselves to nighttime hours when it comes to streaming.
Interestingly, a Netflix survey from 2017 revealed that an impressive 67% of respondents sneak in episodes or films while out in public. Moreover, this study showed that some viewers don’t even hesitate to watch at work (26%) or—incredibly enough—in public restrooms (7%). Therefore, between commutes, quick breaks and bedtime relaxation, it’s perfectly achievable to finish an entire season in just a couple of days—especially when the series is short and thrilling.
This is exactly what happened with one Scandinavian gem that’s captivating audiences once again.
The Chilling Series Everyone’s Revisiting
Hitting Netflix in 2021 and recently returning to the spotlight, this Danish thriller delivers serious chills, proving once again that dark Scandinavian tales are the ideal way to spend our early spring evenings. Its name: The Chestnut Man (original Danish title “Kastanjemanden”), skillfully directed by Dorte Warnøe Hagh, David Sandreuter, and Mikkel Serup.
Serup previously impressed audiences with the unforgettable thriller The Killing in 2007, clearly indicating a taste for dark intrigue. Drawing inspiration from Søren Sveistrup’s bestselling novel of the same name, this gripping six-episode series has won over audiences everywhere—many viewers unable to resist binge-watching it in as little as two days.
What Makes The Chestnut Man So Addictive?
Without spoiling too much, here’s a quick rundown. The chilling story opens in Copenhagen one foggy morning, as police uncover the body of a young woman tied sinisterly to a playground tree. Disturbingly, one of her hands is missing—and nowhere to be found. Stranger still? A miniature chestnut figure placed ominously at the crime scene. (Hence the series’ distinctive title.)
Soon, this tiny clue proves more significant than anyone could have imagined, linking the murder to a sinister web of disappearances, some involving public figures, that sends the entire city into panic.
We follow a skilled female detective who desperately tries balancing her troubling investigation with the demands of family life. She’s paired with an initially carefree counterpart, creating tension and depth as the drama unfolds.
Meanwhile, a prominent family dealing with the heartbreaking disappearance of their daughter from the previous year struggles to return to normality—but dark secrets connecting them to these grisly crimes slowly emerge.
Could the vanished girl still be alive? And, most haunting of all, who is behind these brutal murders?
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A Thriller Earning Rave Reviews
When it comes to critical acclaim, platforms like Rotten Tomatoes and Netflix Bangers on Facebook are notoriously strict—yet The Chestnut Man proudly scores an impeccable 10 out of 10 rating, a rare honor for any thriller.
On Allociné, ratings are tougher due to more critical eyes, yet even there, the series has secured outstanding praise. One captivated viewer wrote: “This show grabbed me by the guts from start to finish. Everything was exceptional—the acting, the ambiance, the suspense, the direction. An absolute gem! And the icing on the cake—the killer’s motive is genuinely original. A must-see!”
Clearly, this addictive Scandinavian thriller is winning over even the most demanding critics.
**”Excellente Série” Notée 10/10, Ce Thriller Netflix Danois Se Dévore En Une Seule Nuit**
This article first appeared on bibamagazine.fr – Author: Paul Mocka
