Snake Killer 2026
What is Snake Killer?
The television series Snake Killer is a Danish production that premiered in 2026. It was created by Anders Ølholm and stars Pilou Asbæk, Lars Ranthe, and Mira Elisa Obling.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2026
- Status
- Returning Series
- Episodes
- 4
- First aired
- Jan 16, 2026
- Last aired
- Jan 16, 2026
- Original language
- DA
- Origin
- DK
- Networks
- Prime Video
- Genres
- Crime
- Updated
How long to binge?
Estimate the schedule using 4 episodes and an average 45-minute runtime.
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The television series Snake Killer is a Danish production that premiered in 2026. It was created by Anders Ølholm and stars Pilou Asbæk, Lars Ranthe, and Mira Elisa Obling. The show follows the story of Brian Smiley Petersen, a narcotics officer, and his fellow officers from the Uropatruljen as they battle a crime syndicate. The series consists of four episodes and is directed by Anders Ølholm. The story takes a turn when one of the officers' informants is killed, leading them to use extreme methods to fight the crime syndicate, often crossing legal boundaries. The series is available to watch on various platforms, including Amazon and Plex. The cast of the show includes several notable actors, with Pilou Asbæk playing the lead role of Brian Smiley Petersen. The series has been described as Amazon's first Danish original series.
Should you watch it?
“A narcotics officer seeks justice for his informant by battling a crime syndicate using extreme methods.”
- features a performance by Pilou Asbæk
- directed by Anders Ølholm
- concise four-episode format
- depicts morally ambiguous police tactics
Watch it if you enjoy gritty crime dramas featuring corrupt law enforcement officers.
The series contains depictions of extreme methods and police corruption.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 4 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 Welcome to the Real Police Jan 16, 2026
- E2 Injuries Incompatible with Life Jan 16, 2026
- E3 You are all dead men Jan 16, 2026
- E4 All Debts Will Be Paid Jan 16, 2026
Frequently asked questions
Who created the series?
The series was created by Anders Ølholm.
Who stars in the show?
The cast includes Pilou Asbæk, Lars Ranthe, Mira Elisa Obling, and Joen Højerslev.
How many episodes are there?
The show consists of four episodes.
What is the premise?
Narcotics officers from the Uropatruljen battle a crime syndicate after an informant is killed.
When did the series premiere?
The series premiered on January 16, 2026.