The Minister

Season 2

The newly elected chairman of the Independence party, Benedikt, has formed an alliance with the social democratic alliance for the upcoming elections. Unexpectedly, he announces that he will resign if there is not a 90% voter turnout. A chance for the greatest victory in history - but also an intriguing opportunity for his opponents.

Where to Watch The Minister • Season 2

8 Episodes

  • The tree
    E1
    The treeBenedikt's mental health deteriorates after his resignation, and he follows a strict routine to try to deal with it. Steinunn supports him and at the same time deals with political pressure. Grímur tries to step into Benedikt's role - but meets opposition within the party.
  • Internal fight
    E2
    Internal fightChristmas is approaching and increased concerns about Benedikt's mental health are causing tension at home. Steinunn, who is pregnant and worried, tries to support him. When the birth approaches, Benedikt has to decide what he wants.
  • A new role
    E3
    A new roleBenedikt is transferred to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to reduce the strain on his mental health. A reckless joke that he makes becomes a media scandal that isolates him politically. Steinunn and Grímur try to deal with the consequences.
  • Breakdown
    E4
    BreakdownAt the same time as Benedikt's mental health is deteriorating, he gets into a fight with Svanhvít over budget cuts, especially regarding the promised psychiatric ward. Steinunn faces challenges both in family life and work. Grímur tries to support Benedikt, but tensions rise and he is increasingly isolated and unstable.
  • Episode 5
    E5
    Episode 5A new bill is presented that targets Benedikt. Svanhvít pushes for the bill, while Grímur and Steinunn try to protect Benedikt. His actions at a tense meeting of the Nordic Council in the Faroe Islands are causing problems in international relations, especially with Denmark.
  • Episode 6
    E6
    Episode 6Benedikt faces opposition over the financing of mental health issues, which leads to conflicts with other ministers and concerns about his own stability. His behaviour becomes more unstable and Steinunn and Grímur find it difficult to deal with the consequences. Steinunn leans more into politics while Grímur is torn between loyalty and ambition.
  • Episode 7
    E7
    Episode 7Benedikt is facing a crisis, as tensions between Iceland and Norway rise due to a fishing dispute with Svalbard. At the same time, Steinunn takes a break at her family's summer house. Grímur tries to support them both in the midst of political and personal turbulence.
  • Episode 8
    E8
    Episode 8Benedikt's mental state deteriorates as he grapples with the ever-growing political dispute with Norway. Grímur, who is torn between loyalty to Benedikt and his own ambitions, is drawn deeper into Steinunn's political power game, who takes decisive steps to protect herself and her family.

 

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