Darkness: Those Who Kill_
Original: Den som dræber - Fanget af mørket
Investigator Jan and profiler Louise constantly move around in the thrilling periphery of a murderer's view as they link a series of killings.
Created By
Ina Bruhn
Network
Viaplay
Episodes
32
Updated Feb 16, 2026
WHERE TO WATCH
Prime Video
5 countries
Viaplay Amazon Channel
3 countries
Acorn TV
2 countries
P
PBS Masterpiece Amazon Channel
2 countries
Max
2 countries
Spectrum On Demand
1 country
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Overview
Darkness: Those Who Kill has 4 seasons with 32 episodes spanning 2019-2024.
Natalie Madueño →
Year context
Darkness: Those Who Kill first aired 7 years ago in 2019.
CAST (6)
SEASONS (4 seasons, 32 episodes)
SEASON 1Darkness: Those Who Kill
01
Episode 1
Jan Michelsen is investigating the disappearance of a young woman called Julie Vinding from a Copenhagen suburb. Six months later, Jan is the only one…
02
Episode 2
Jan and Louise’s investigation into Natasha’s death leads them to suspect Anders Kjeldsen, a man who has been arrested before for violent crimes including rape.…
03
Episode 3
Jan and Louise find an unsolved murder case in Sweden that has similarities with Natasha's, although this one has an unusual signature: the victim's ring…
04
Episode 4
Louise realises that Anders Kjeldsen does not kill alone but has a partner who is the dominant of the two. In the basement, Emma tries…
05
Episode 5
Jan and Louise find a dress belonging to Natasha – the first victim – which Anders Kjeldsen had hidden. That same night, Anders tries to…
06
Episode 6
The public appeal for information on Anders Kjeldsen leads to the identification of the third victim from the farm and an explanation of how all…
07
Episode 7
Stine Velin is taken into police custody, but insists that she is also one of Anders Kjeldsen’s victims and does not know where either Anders…
08
Episode 8
Jan and Louise find Anders Kjeldsen. Louise fears that Stine’s family is in danger and places them in a safe house.
SEASON 2Blinded: Those Who Kill
01
Episode 1
Five years ago, Alice Ejbye's 18-year-old son Markus was murdered by a serial killer who was never found. Alice is now seriously ill and asks…
02
Episode 2
A young man has been found in the woods, tortured and stabbed to death. Profiler Louise Bergstein and the head of the investigation Karina Horup…
03
Episode 3
Louise Bergstein and Karina Hørup discover that the serial killer has a claimed a new victim, William Fjeldby, who was kidnapped and abducted in his…
04
Episode 4
Alice Ejbye receives some bad news from the doctor. At the same time, despite two new victims, the police have yet to find the man…
05
Episode 5
Seven weeks after Alice's death, Louise is in mourning and wants to go home as Karina issues her with an ultimatum regarding the case. Alice's…
06
Episode 6
Louise Bergstein continues to assist the investigation to find the serial killer, who now has six brutal murders to his name. With Karina Hørup, Louise…
07
Episode 7
Unaware of who he really is, Louise gets far too close to Peter. But the terrible truth lurks beneath the surface. Karina tries to find…
08
Episode 8
The police take Johannes to the station, and Louise fears that the truth about her and Peter Vinge will be revealed. Meanwhile, Peter meets his…
SEASON 3Lost: Those Who Kill
01
Episode 1
Louise is determined to continue working as a profiler and when a couple is found brutally murdered, she takes on the case. She assists Detective…
02
Episode 2
Louise locates Bjørn’s little sister Maria. Maria's caseworker suggests that Louise mentor the young woman, who is faced with the prospect of having her child…
03
Episode 3
The police hunt for Bjørn is intensified. Following a search of Pelle’s home, Frederik and Louise uncover truths about Bjørn’s past, and a decision is…
04
Episode 4
Another crime is committed. Frederik is convinced that Bjørn is the perpetrator, but Louise's investigations point to a different suspect. Bjørn turns to Louise and…
05
Episode 5
Three years on, Louise has moved to Aarhus to make a fresh start, but the past catches up with her when she meets Frederik again.…
06
Episode 6
Louise and Frederik discover a connection between Bjørn and Alberte, who both grew up in the Breidablik commune. Louise visits the commune undercover in order…
07
Episode 7
Louise tries to get closer to Jon. Alberte becomes jealous and challenges Louise’s cover story. Meanwhile, Frederik discovers that one of Jon's old friends, who…
08
Episode 8
Louise and Frederik put pressure on Jon to accept responsibility for his actions, but once again he takes advantage of his relationship with Alberte. Louise…
SEASON 4Justice: Those Who Kill
01
Episode 1
Alongside her partner Frederik Havgaard, new criminal profiling teacher Louise Bergstein takes the case of a gang member gunned down on his release from jail.…
02
Episode 2
Forensic evidence concludes that the same person killed Patrick and Pernille. As Louise and Frederik probe the link between the victims, an old gang-related double…
03
Episode 3
In their search for Kim, a clue leads Louise and Frederik to Sweden. Meanwhile, Kim hides with his stepdaughter in a remote cottage. Louise and…
04
Episode 4
Under interrogation, Kim confesses to the old double murder and the killing of his girlfriend, but not to the murders of Patrick and Pernille. Dismantling…
05
Episode 5
A revelation from Kim’s stepdaughter puts the spotlight on Kim’s old gangleader, Robin. Meanwhile, Kim is warned to keep silent, and an attack on Robin’s…
06
Episode 6
Louise believes Robin was killed by the same murderer as the other victims, but Frederik suspects his death was a stand-alone gang murder. However, Louise…
07
Episode 7
With Louise's world falling apart, the case is taken over by Jacob, Frederik’s second-in-command. Jacob is determined to track down the killer, but must also…
08
Episode 8
Alongside Jacob, Louise tries to prove Gunnar’s guilt and uncover his motive. It appears that the loss of his daughter in a car accident and…
SERIES INFO
4
Seasons
32
Episodes
Returning Series
Status
CREW
Creator
Ina Bruhn
NETWORKS (1)
Viaplay
DETAILS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Darkness: Those Who Kill about?
Investigator Jan and profiler Louise constantly move around in the thrilling periphery of a murderer's view as they link a series of killings.
Where can I watch Darkness: Those Who Kill?
Darkness: Those Who Kill is available on Prime Video, Viaplay Amazon Channel, Acorn TV, PBS Masterpiece Amazon Channel, Max. Availability varies by region.
How many seasons does Darkness: Those Who Kill have?
Darkness: Those Who Kill has 4 seasons with 32 episodes total.
Who created Darkness: Those Who Kill?
Darkness: Those Who Kill was created by Ina Bruhn.
Who stars in Darkness: Those Who Kill?
The cast of Darkness: Those Who Kill includes Natalie Madueño, Simon Sears, Dag Malmberg, Rasmus Hammerich, Cyron Melville.
What is the rating of Darkness: Those Who Kill?
Darkness: Those Who Kill has a rating of 6.9 out of 10 based on 88 votes on TMDB.
Is Darkness: Those Who Kill still running?
Darkness: Those Who Kill is currently active with a status of "Returning Series."
GENRES (1)
Crime
