Arctic Circle 2018
- Status
- Returning Series
- First Aired
- December 21, 2018
- Last Aired
- May 6, 2026
- Format
- 5 seasons · 33 eps
- Total Runtime
- ~24.8 hours (45 min/ep)
- Highest Rated Episode
- S1E7 "Predator" (★ 9/10)
- Created By
- Olli Haikka, Petja Peltomaa, Joona Tena
- Networks
- Elisa Viihde Viaplay, Elisa Viihde, Ruutu
- Where to Stream
- MZ Choice Amazon Channel, Mhz Choice
What is Arctic Circle?
The television series "Arctic Circle" is set in the remote and wintery back country within the Arctic Circle. The story follows a routine search of an old cabin, where a Finnish policewoman, Nina Kautsalo, makes a significant discovery.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2018
- Status
- Returning Series
- Episodes
- 33
- Runtime
- 45 minutes
- First aired
- Dec 21, 2018
- Last aired
- May 6, 2026
- Original language
- FI
- Origin
- FI
- Networks
- Elisa Viihde Viaplay, Elisa Viihde, Ruutu
- Genres
- Drama, Crime
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.3/10 from 69 votes
- Format
- 5 seasons · 33 episodes
- Episode runtime
- ~45 minutes
- Status
- Returning Series
- Networks
- Elisa Viihde Viaplay, Elisa Viihde, Ruutu
Where to watch in United States
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Apple TV Store
Amazon Video
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How long to binge?
Estimate the schedule using 33 episodes and an average 45-minute runtime.
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Overview
The television series "Arctic Circle" is set in the remote and wintery back country within the Arctic Circle. The story follows a routine search of an old cabin, where a Finnish policewoman, Nina Kautsalo, makes a significant discovery. The investigation that unfolds takes a surprising turn when a rare and deadly virus is discovered. A German virologist, Thomas Lorenz, is called in to assist in identifying and containing the virus. As the situation becomes increasingly complex, Nina and Thomas must rely on each other to navigate the challenges they face. The series is a drama and crime television show, and it explores themes related to the remote and harsh environment of the Arctic region.
Should you watch it?
“A Finnish cop and a German virologist race to contain a deadly virus in the Arctic wilderness.”
- stark Arctic setting creates tension
- investigative partnership blends crime and science
- tight mystery around a rare virus
- focus on procedural investigation may limit action
Watch it if you enjoy methodical crime dramas set against a bleak, wintry backdrop.
The series includes death, violent crime, and disease themes, making it appropriate for mature viewers.
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Season 1 · 10 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide & lore primer →- E1 Cellar Mytharc Dec 21, 2018
- E2 Tracks In The Snow Core Dec 21, 2018
- E3 Storm Rises Core Dec 21, 2018
- E4 An Eye for an Eye Core Dec 28, 2018
- E5 God's Peace Core Dec 28, 2018
- E6 First Victim Core Dec 28, 2018
- E7 Predator Core Dec 28, 2018
- E8 Carriers Core Jan 4, 2019
- E9 Murmansk Mytharc Jan 4, 2019
- E10 Venla Mytharc Jan 4, 2019
Season 2 · 6 episodes
Open the complete Season 2 guide & lore primer →- E1 Newest Police Mytharc Dec 19, 2021
- E2 Nothing in the Middle Core Dec 19, 2021
- E3 Catch Core Dec 23, 2021
- E4 Justice and Fairness Core Dec 29, 2021
- E5 Guilty Mytharc Jan 9, 2022
- E6 Parents Mytharc Jan 16, 2022
Season 3 · 6 episodes
Open the complete Season 3 guide & lore primer →- E1 Return Mytharc Oct 4, 2023
- E2 Lost and Found Core Oct 11, 2023
- E3 Hide and Seek Core Oct 18, 2023
- E4 Mess Core Oct 25, 2023
- E5 Breaking and Entering Mytharc Nov 1, 2023
- E6 Event Mytharc Nov 8, 2023
Season 4 · 5 episodes
Open the complete Season 4 guide & lore primer →- E1 A Distant Guest Mytharc Jan 1, 2025
- E2 Mark of the Chosen Core Jan 8, 2025
- E3 Scars of the Past Core Jan 15, 2025
- E4 The Last of His Family Core Jan 22, 2025
- E5 Divine Guidance Mytharc Jan 29, 2025
Season 5 · 6 episodes
Open the complete Season 5 guide & lore primer →- E1 Episode 1 Mytharc Apr 1, 2026
- E2 Episode 2 Core Apr 8, 2026
- E3 Episode 3 Core Apr 15, 2026
- E4 Episode 4 Core Apr 22, 2026
- E5 Episode 5 Mytharc Apr 29, 2026
- E6 Episode 6 Mytharc May 6, 2026
Frequently asked questions
Who are the lead characters?
Finnish policewoman Nina Kautsalo and German virologist Thomas Lorenz.
What triggers the investigation?
A routine cabin search uncovers two dead prostitutes and a surviving woman carrying a rare virus.
Where does the story take place?
In the remote, wintery back country within the Arctic Circle.
What genre does the show belong to?
It is classified as drama and crime.
Is the series based on true events?
There is no indication that the story is based on real events; it is presented as fictional.
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