The History of Sweden
Season 1
The great story of our country. About the people and forces that shaped it - from the Ice Age to present day. The series in 10 parts is based on reconstructions of historical events and people. More than 300 experts have contributed to it.
Where to Watch The History of Sweden • Season 1
10 Episodes
- The Stone Age, circa 14 500 BC-3700 BC
E1The Stone Age, circa 14 500 BC-3700 BCWho were the first people? How did they lead? As the ice sheet recedes and the climate becomes warmer, our latitudes are populated. With the people also comes rituals, to honor humans and gods and to show power. When people who can farm the land appear, everything changes. Simon J Berger is the narrator of the series. - The Age of Metals, circa 1700 BC to 500 AD
E2The Age of Metals, circa 1700 BC to 500 ADIn search of metals, people leave the Stone Age behind and set out in Europe on long and risky journeys. The objects and knowledge they bring home create new opportunities for everyone who lives in our country. But they also lead to violence and war. Simon J Berger is the narrator of the series. - The Age of Vikings, the 6th century to the end of the 11th century
E3The Age of Vikings, the 6th century to the end of the 11th centuryA new era sees the light of day when farmers from our country go to sea and make themselves known throughout Europe - and further afield. The Vikings bring riches and new knowledge back to the Nordic countries. In time, a new religion will take root here, a faith that challenges the Viking way of life. Simon J Berger is the narrator of the series. - God Gives and God Takes, the 12th century to the end of the 14th century
E4God Gives and God Takes, the 12th century to the end of the 14th centuryThese are good times for the Swedes who have now become Christians. The economy is booming and the harvests are good. The population grows and the Swedish empire begins to be built step by step. But everything is challenged when times suddenly get worse and the plague wipes out a third of the population. Simon J Berger is the narrator of the series. - The Battle for the Throne, year 1361-1560
E5The Battle for the Throne, year 1361-1560A time in the cruel shadow of the plague follows, filled with bloody rebellions and evil sudden death. Many enter the power struggle for Sweden and the Swedish throne, but there is only one who will succeed, and to do so requires both cunning and ruthlessness. Simon J Berger is the narrator of the series. - The Superpower Sweden, year 1560 to 1658
E6The Superpower Sweden, year 1560 to 1658During the century that follows, little Sweden will become a powerful country in Europe. And far from big politics, the people go about their ordinary lives, but some have to pay for the kings' successes on the battlefields. - The People Take Power, year 1809 to 1921
E9The People Take Power, year 1809 to 1921During the 19th century, Sweden takes its first steps towards a democratic society. Reforms, vaccines and newfound peace mean that the country is facing a population explosion. This is also when the Swedish industries are formed. - The World's Most Modern Country, year 1921 to present day
E10The World's Most Modern Country, year 1921 to present dayIn the 20th century, Sweden goes through enormous changes and the Swedes face a future they could not have dreamed of. From having been a poor agricultural society with deep class divisions and fierce conflicts in the labor market.
