A weekend binge-watch: Danish crime drama with a ‘soldier that’s framed’ is streaming in UK now

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Looking for a new show to watch this weekend? Check out the Danish crime drama Oxen. It follows a former soldier driven by a strong sense of injustice, and it’s now available to stream in the UK.

The show features Jacob Lohmann as Niels Oxen, a highly decorated war hero. Even though he served Denmark with distinction, Niels is falsely accused of a crime as part of a conspiracy, and he’s determined to uncover the truth.

This crime drama first launched in its home country in 2023 and recently finished its second season. Now, viewers in the UK can watch all 12 episodes from both seasons for free on Channel 4!

The TV series Oxen, adapted from Jens Henrik Jensenā€™s novels, has been generally well-received. Currently, it has an average user rating of 6.5 out of 10 on IMDb, based on around 1,800 votes.

One viewer enjoyed the series, calling it well-made and engaging. They admitted the plot occasionally stretched believability, but felt the strong mystery and suspense more than made up for it. The reviewer also praised the complex, well-developed characters and surprising plot twists.

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While not overly graphic, the show still has moments that are quite shocking. The actors deliver strong performances and really make their characters believable. I’d definitely recommend it to anyone who enjoys European dramas.

Another viewer also gave the show a positive review, saying it’s a well-made Danish thriller. While it might not be the best Danish show out there, it’s definitely better quality than most American thrillers.

One viewer expressed disappointment with the TV series, finding it didn’t live up to the quality of the original novels. They criticized the script as weak, the pacing as inconsistent, and the acting generally poor.

Channel 4 has added the series Oxen to its Walter Presents lineup. Walter Presents showcases a curated selection of European shows chosen by producer Walter Iuzzolino. Other series available through Walter Presents include Crusade, The Pushover, and Obsessed.

Oxen is streaming now on Channel 4.

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2026-03-06 18:19