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Black Sands.

The truth is closer than you think.

4.8 / 1020212 seasons16 episodesEnded

A troubled police officer is forced back to her hometown. Confronting her abusive mother is inescapable but the discovery of a body changes everything. She's forced to search for a dangerous serial killer while stuck in a dark pit.

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Created by Ragnar Jónsson, Aldís Amah Hamilton, Andri Óttarsson, Baldvin Z

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Season 1.

A troubled police officer is forced back to her hometown. Confronting her abusive mother is inescapable but the discovery of a body changes everything. She's forced to search for a dangerous serial killer while stuck in a dark pit.

Black Beach

2021-12-25 · 51m3.5

Detective inspector Anita returns to her hometown after a 15-year absence. She dreads meeting the people she's long been avoiding. En route, she's called back to duty after a body is found on the shore by Glerársandar.

The Journey is the Destiny

2021-12-26 · 52m3.7

The appearance of the injured girl changes the investigation of the death of the tourist, but the lack of ambition and mediocre work ethics of the police complicate matters. Anita strengthens her bonds with those who are closest to her.

Insomnia

2022-01-02 · 53m3.0

Anita makes a serious error while interrogating the girl, and the team tries to get their act together before everything falls apart. The widower arrives in Iceland and shines a light on the case that starts to take on a whole new shape.

You're Not Here

2022-01-09 · 53m3.7

Gusti interviews Lena and finds out how his colleagues have made a botch of things. Frida's under pressure and the imminent arrival of Gusti to town, which encourage Anita to look for assistance in a familiar place.

Salt in the Wounds

2022-01-16 · 49m2.0

The autopsy confirms murder. Salomon visits Helga and Elin while Anita battles Gusti, who has extended his stay. Cold cases lead to new information, and a lovers' soiree takes an unexpected turn.

The Curtain Comes Down

2022-01-23 · 54m2.0

Another body is found, connected to one of the cases Frida and Anita are investigating. Mother and daughter are taken aback, and Salamon and Anita's relationship creates an unexpected opportunity for the investigative team.

A Little Blond Boy

2022-01-30 · 53m2.0

Salomon and Anita's past is more important than anyone can suspect. Ragnar is updated about the status of the case, and together, Gusti and Anita put into action the most challenging project of her career and life.

A Lovers Night

2022-02-06 · 43m1.7

The world keeps on turning. Anita and Gusti are in a race against time, fearing the worst. The past two years' events become more apparent, and it's evident that together they head for a final reckoning that will change everything.

Cast.

Aldís Amah Hamilton

Aldís Amah Hamilton

Aníta Elínardóttir

Lára Jóhanna Jónsdóttir

Lára Jóhanna Jónsdóttir

Fríða Melsteð

Ævar Þór Benediktsson

Ævar Þór Benediktsson

Gústi

Aron Már Ólafsson

Aron Már Ólafsson

Tómas

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