The Bridge (2011)
Two mismatched detectives navigate a bleak, atmospheric crime scene where national borders blur and suspense builds.
When a body is found on the bridge between Denmark and Sweden, right on the border, Danish inspector Martin Rohde and Swedish Saga Norén have to share jurisdiction and work together to find the killer.
How intense is The Bridge?
The Bridge is mildly scary, with light gore and strong violence. Emotionally it is heavy. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch and a late-night trip. Rated TV-MA.
What The Bridge feels like
- Tone
- grittysuspensefulmelancholyatmosphericbleak
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attentionLate night
Where to stream The Bridge
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 12, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is The Bridge for you?
Is The Bridge scary?
Only a little. The Bridge has a few tense moments (scare level 1 of 3), nothing that follows you to bed.
Is The Bridge gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and strong violence (2 of 3).
Is The Bridge sad or heavy?
It is emotionally heavy (2 of 3). Expect it to land.
Is The Bridge OK for kids?
It is rated TV-MA, so it is made for adults. Intensity: scare 1, gore 1, violence 2, each out of 3.
How long is The Bridge?
Episodes run about 1h.
Where can I stream The Bridge?
The Bridge is streaming on Plex.
Does The Bridge have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
It leaves the ending open to interpretation.
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