When a brutal murder rocks Reykjavik, detectives Kata and Arnar must set aside their differences to track Iceland’s first serial killer in the ice-cold procedural The Valhalla Murders, streaming January 6^th, 2026 on MHz Choice.

The Valhalla Murders stands as a gripping Icelandic crime drama that blends Nordic noir with a chilling exploration of hidden abuses. Originally titled Brot, which means “violation” in Icelandic, this eight-episode limited series first aired on public broadcaster RÚV from December 2019 to February 2020. The story follows Reykjavik detective Katrín “Kata” Gunnarsdóttir (Nína Dögg Filippusdóttir), who investigates a series of brutal murders involving mutilated victims. Frustrated by bureaucratic hurdles and a recent professional setback, Kata teams up with Arnar Böðvarsson (Björn Thors), a criminal profiler who has returned from Oslo to Iceland. Their investigation uncovers links to Valhalla, a long-closed boys’ home in remote Borgarnes, where troubled youths faced severe mistreatment decades earlier. The narrative weaves past traumas with present-day murders as the detectives confront a killer tied to the institution’s dark history. The plot draws loose inspiration from real-life reports of abuse in Icelandic child welfare facilities in the mid-20th century, though it adds plenty of fictional murders and suspense.

The series excels in atmosphere with stark Icelandic landscapes providing a cold backdrop that amplifies tension. Reykjavik’s urban grit contrasts with the isolated rural setting of Valhalla, creating visual unease. The pacing builds gradually, typical of Scandinavian crime shows, allowing character development to deepen alongside the mystery.

The Valhalla Murders streams January 6^th, 2026 on MHz Choice.