Halvbroren

Halvbroren (2013)

EndedScripted showDrama

Revolving around the life of un-produced screenwriter Barnum Nilsen, The Half Brother is a dramatic family saga that offers an historical parable of 20th century Europe. On V Day, May 1945, as a continent emerges from war, Barnum's mother Vera is raped in her attic in Oslo by an unknown man, leading to the birth of Barnum's half brother, Fred. When Barnum is born five years later, to the man that Vera has since met and married, the Nilsen family, like Europe, is already splitting in two. Growing up together during the Cold War – Barnum with his father, Fred searching for his – the half brothers become estranged and Fred eventually disappears. At the film festival in Berlin in 1990, as the Wall is still coming down, Barnum learns that Fred has returned. Finally, as the true identity of Fred's father comes to light, the two half brothers may once again be reunited.

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Scheduleevery Sunday at 20:55 (45 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E08SkarvenFeb 17, 2013
S01E07DebutanterFeb 10, 2013
S01E06StraffFeb 3, 2013
S01E05Diskos og DødJan 27, 2013
S01E04T for TangoJan 20, 2013
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Halvbroren premiere?

Halvbroren premiered on January 20, 2013.

Who are the main characters of Halvbroren?

The main characters of Halvbroren are Fred, Harald, Victoria, Wilhelm, and Bergljot.

What is the plot of Halvbroren?

Halvbroren tells the story of a family living in Norway in the 1960s, focusing on the half-siblings Fred and Bergljot and their struggles to find their place in their family.

Who created Halvbroren?

Halvbroren was created by Anne Bache-Wiig and Lars Gudmestad.

Is Halvbroren based on a book?

Yes, Halvbroren is based on a novel of the same name by Lars Saabye Christensen.

What is the English translation of Halvbroren?

The English translation of Halvbroren is "The Half Brother."

What awards has Halvbroren won?

Halvbroren has won several awards, including the Gullruten Award for Best TV Drama and the Prix Europa for Best European TV Fiction.

Does Halvbroren explore themes of family?

Yes, Halvbroren explores themes of family, identity, and belonging.

What is the setting for Halvbroren?

Halvbroren is set in Oslo, Norway in the 1960s.

Who produced Halvbroren?

Halvbroren was produced by Monster Film.

What is the genre of Halvbroren?

Halvbroren is a drama series.

How many episodes does Halvbroren have?

Halvbroren has a total of 8 episodes.

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Also known as

  • The Half Brother
  • Velipuoli (Finland)
  • Der Halbbruderq (Germany)
  • A féltestvér (Hungary)
  • Halfbrodirinn (Iceland)
  • Pusbralis (Latvia)
  • Halvbrodern (Sweden)

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