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The Bridge: Season 4

8 episodes Premiered Jan 1, 2018 Updated Oct 24, 2026

In the fourth season of the Nordic noir crime series The Bridge, investigators Saga Noren and Henrik Sabroe reunite to address a string of gruesome and macabre murders. The narrative arc begins with the discovery of a high-ranking government official, specifically the director general of the Immigration Service, who has been stoned to death. As the investigation progresses, the case becomes increasingly complex, sugg

Previously on The Bridge

Season 4 Lore Primer

Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.

  • ⚡ The series centers on the collaborative investigative partnership between Swedish detective Saga Noren and her Danish counterparts.
  • ⚡ The show is defined by its cross-border jurisdiction, requiring cooperation between Swedish and Danish police forces to solve crimes.
  • ⚡ The narrative is set against the backdrop of the bridge connecting Denmark and Sweden, which serves as a frequent focal point for investigations.
  • ⚡ The series is a joint production between Sweden's SVT and Denmark's DR, established as a Nordic noir crime drama.
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Season overview

In the fourth season of the Nordic noir crime series The Bridge, investigators Saga Noren and Henrik Sabroe reunite to address a string of gruesome and macabre murders. The narrative arc begins with the discovery of a high-ranking government official, specifically the director general of the Immigration Service, who has been stoned to death. As the investigation progresses, the case becomes increasingly complex, suggesting a disturbing link between the series of killings and the Danish police team at the center of Henrik's professional life. Saga and Henrik must navigate these personal connections while attempting to identify the perpetrator behind the escalating violence. The season continues the show's established focus on cross-border cooperation between Swedish and Danish authorities, maintaining the thematic elements of the series created by Hans Rosenfeldt. As the mystery unfolds, the detectives are forced to confront the implications of the crimes, which appear to target individuals and institutions with direct ties to their own investigative circle. The season serves as a continuation of the collaborative partnership between Saga and Henrik, who must once again bridge the jurisdictional divide to resolve a case that threatens the integrity and safety of their respective police departments.

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Season 4 Episodes

Episode Guide

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Season 4: Filler vs. Essential Canon

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S4·E1 Mytharc

Episode 1

Jan 1, 2018 · 58 min

The head of the Danish migration agency is murdered brutally, and the murder is linked to a controversial expulsion case. Investigator Henrik Sabroe needs help from his colleague a

S4·E2 Core

Episode 2

Jan 7, 2018 · 58 min

Henrik's two main clues in the investigation are the left-wing radical group Red October and the refugee Taariq, who has gone underground. On a personal level he tries to realize t

S4·E3 Core

Episode 3

Jan 14, 2018 · 58 min

Henrik and Saga suspect that Taariq and the missing expert on left-wing radicals are hiding something, and collaborate to reveal them. They disagree on how to handle the homeless g

S4·E4 Core

Episode 4

Jan 21, 2018 · 59 min

Taariq recognizes a car related to the case. He wants to push the owner for money, but is himself accused of robbery. Saga fears that will be more murders and Henrik's efforts for

S4·E5 Core

Episode 5

Jan 28, 2018 · 59 min

Saga and Henrik keep searching for a link between the murder victims. Lillian is reprimanded by her superiors. Dan finds out where his ex-wife and son are and causes trouble. The r

S4·E6 Core

Episode 6

Feb 4, 2018 · 59 min

Henrik believes he found the connection between all victims and an unexpected finding ends up on the investigation board. At the same time, the crack between him and Saga is greate

S4·E7 Mytharc

Episode 7

Feb 11, 2018 · 59 min

The inquiry into Tommy continues and Solveig still refuses to cooperate. She talks neither with Saga nor Jonas. The question is how long they can keep her in holding if they do not

S4·E8 Mytharc

Episode 8

Feb 18, 2018 · 59 min

Henrik and Astrid are trying to get used to being father and daughter again. Meanwhile Saga gets a breakthrough and the murderer is revealed and arrested under dramatic circumstanc

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