Netflix’s First Swedish Period Drama ‘The New Force’: Release Date, Cast, Plot, and All You Need to Know

Published 08/26/2025, 2:05 PM EDT

Netflix in 2025 truly knows no bounds. From chilling horror to gut-busting comedy, nail-biting thrillers to adrenaline-pumping action, it offers every genre a viewer could dream of. Every corner of entertainment seems covered, a sprawling playground for binge-watchers and casual viewers alike. Its ever-expanding library continues to mesmerize, keeping audiences glued to screens worldwide. And now, it seems Netflix is spreading its horizon into that one arena it has not yet fully conquered.

Netflix’s first Swedish period drama, The New Force, is coming soon, and fans are buzzing with curiosity about its release date, cast, plot, and everything that makes this historic series a must-watch.

Stockholm in 1958 comes alive: The New Force premiere date

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Netflix has fans on edge as it prepares to unveil its first-ever Swedish drama. The New Force is set to premiere on the platform on October 3, 2025, bringing 1958 Stockholm to life. While excitement builds, a trailer has yet to be released, leaving viewers eager for a first glimpse of the groundbreaking series.

This highly anticipated drama is expected to break viewership records, making it one of Netflix’s most awaited releases of 2025.

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With its Swedish drama already making waves before release, fans are buzzing to discover the talented cast bringing The New Force to life and the compelling characters they will portray on screen.

The New Force cast revealed: Talent behind Netflix’s historic drama

Netflix’s The New Force brings together a stellar ensemble that promises to make 1958 Stockholm unforgettable. Josefin Asplund (Vikings) leads as Karin, joined by Agnes Rase (Midsommar) as Siv and Malin Persson (My Future Love) as Ingrid. Electra Hallman (Blackwater) shines as Katina, while Christopher Wagelin (Ronja the Robber’s Daughter) and Hannes Fohlin (Out of Touch) portray pivotal roles.

The cast also includes Rasmus Luthander (Let the Right One In), Jimmy Lindström (Blue Eyes), and Cilla Thorell (The Unlikely Murderer), alongside a host of talented actors, making this series a truly captivating watch.

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With a talented cast ready to bring captivating characters to life, fans are buzzing to uncover the plot of Netflix’s The New Force, eagerly anticipating the twists, secrets, and drama that await.

Inside The New Force: exploring the story behind Sweden’s first female officers

The year is 1958, and Sweden welcomes its first female police officers, pioneers confronting public scrutiny, harsh media criticism, and hostility from colleagues. Tasked with patrolling the crime-ridden Klara district in Stockholm, they face challenges at every turn. Alongside Netflix’s must-watch dramas, The New Force captivates with intense, historically charged storytelling, blending courage, tension, and societal struggle into an unmissable series.

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The restrictive uniforms discomfort them, yet their resolve never falters. As they navigate dangerous streets, they quickly learn that the true challenge is not the criminals but the societal resistance determined to keep them from succeeding.

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Are you excited for The New Force to release on Netflix? Let us know in the comments below.

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Yusra Miraj Khan

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Yusra Miraj Khan is an Entertainment Journalist at Netflix Junkie. Specializing in Taylor Swift and the British Royal Family, she transforms modern mythologies into high-ranking, reader-first narratives. Since joining in early 2025, Khan has penned over 500 articles, known for their sharp decoding of Easter eggs and PR silences.

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