Viaplay Content Distribution has taken on the rights to seasons two and three of the Swedish crime drama Veronika, a SkyShowtime original that was licensed to 55 markets in its first season.
Produced by Bigster, the Nordic noir production features Alexandra Rapaport and Tobias Santelmann in the leading roles. The second season premiered in December of last year, with a third arriving this year.
Vanda Rapti, EVP of Viaplay Select & Content Distribution, said: “Veronika is a standout example of contemporary Nordic noir—bold, emotionally rich and driven by complex characters. The success of season one both on SkyShowtime as well as our Viaplay Film and Series SVOD in the U.S., and the U.K., coupled with content licensing and Viaplay Select distribution of the show reaching 55 markets, speaks for itself. Seasons two and three raise the stakes even further. Offering the series as a multi-season boxset gives buyers a powerful proposition, and we’re proud to continue our partnership with Bigster and SkyShowtime.”
Calle Jansson, CEO and producer at Bigster, added: “Veronika has proven itself as a series with real international appeal, and the response to season one exceeded our expectations. With Viaplay Content Distribution coming on board for seasons two and three, we have a strong partner who understands how to position premium Scandinavian drama in the global marketplace.”
