The Minister
A look into the life of the newly elected Prime Minister of Iceland, who starts losing his grip on reality and the effect that has on his family and the Icelandic nation.
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Seasons
1.Episode 1
20-09-202047mThe newly elected chairman of the Independence Party, Benedikt, has formed an alliance with the Social Democratic Alliance for the upcoming elections. Unexpectedly, he announces th...
2.Episode 2
27-09-202052mAs Benedikt refuses to accept the position as Prime Minister, other powers consider their options. He gains international attention by using Twitter to try and convince the nation...
3.Episode 3
04-10-202052mWhen Benedikt's father contacts him for help with a conflic in his parish, Benedikt's first thought is to push for separating church and state.
4.Episode 4
2.011-10-202052mBenedikt heads to his hometown in northern Iceland so sign permits to build a hotel resort. He meets his ex-girlfriend, who aims to get him to reject the construction.
5.Episode 5
18-10-202053mBenedikt abuses his temporary powers to stop a deportation. The speaker of the parliament attempts to take advantage of Benedikt's vulnerability.
6.Episode 6
25-10-202053mWhile the parliament is debating adopting the euro, while Benedikt is obsessed with adapting a medieval music script into a musical.
7.Episode 7
01-11-202049mBenedikt's wife's family convinces his father to try and remove his legal autonomy in court. Meanwhile, an EU delegation arrives to oppose the plan to unilaterally adopt the euro.
8.Episode 8
08-11-202047mA search and rescue party find Benedikt unconcious in the highlands. His allies jostle to try and replace him.
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