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.

Network
Scheduleevery Sunday at 20:55 (45 min)

Last Episode

Skarven
Season 1Episode 845 min

Skarven

Barnum decides to leave Vivian, and heads back to Røst to get on the wagon. Incidentally, Røst is precisely where he at last finds the answers to the half-brother riddle. When Peder invites him over to Berlin to sell screenplays, Barnum joins him. However, Boletta quickly sends for his immediate return. Fred's back.

Feb 17, 2013

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.

Cast

Fridtjov Såheim

Fridtjov Såheim

plays Willy
Frank Kjosås

Frank Kjosås

plays Fred
Jon Øigarden

Jon Øigarden

plays Arnold
Agnes Kittelsen

Agnes Kittelsen

plays Vivian
Nicolai Cleve Broch

Nicolai Cleve Broch

plays Barnum
Ghita Nørby

Ghita Nørby

plays Den gamle
Henrik Holm

Henrik Holm

plays Unge Peder
Mariann Hole

Mariann Hole

plays Vera
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Characters

Willy

Willy

played by Fridtjov Såheim
Fred

Fred

played by Frank Kjosås
Arnold

Arnold

played by Jon Øigarden
Vivian

Vivian

played by Agnes Kittelsen
Barnum

Barnum

played by Nicolai Cleve Broch
Den gamle

Den gamle

played by Ghita Nørby
Unge Peder

Unge Peder

played by Henrik Holm
Vera

Vera

played by Mariann Hole
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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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