Added to Crave on Wednesday, Apr 24, 2024 The series “Ride Upon the Storm” explores the intense dynamics within a family of priests that spans more than 250 years in the Church of Denmark. The drama unfolds around Johannes, a bishop candidate, and his relationships with his wife Elisabeth and their sons, August and Christian. Themes of faith, power, and love intertwine as family members confront their ambitions and secrets, leading to personal and spiritual crises.
You can watch “Ride Upon the Storm – Season 1” on Crave in Canada.
Length: Approximately 58min per episode
Genre: Drama, Made in Europe
This Title is: Deeply emotional and reflective
Cast
Lars Mikkelsen, Ann Eleonora Jørgensen, Simon Sears, Morten Hee Andersen
Parental Guidance
Maturity Rating: TV-MA – Contains themes of complex family dynamics and moral challenges
Trivia
- Lars Mikkelsen won an International Emmy for Best Performance by an Actor for his role in the series.
- The series touches on broad themes like faith, authority, and personal redemption.
- Although set in Denmark, the series includes locations and spiritual references from around the world, including Buddhism.
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“Ride Upon the Storm” delivers a powerful exploration of faith and familial duty, anchored by Lars Mikkelsen’s award-winning performance. The storyline adeptly balances personal drama with spiritual themes, though at times it could look deeper into its more complex theological discussions. The series’ production values and the cast’s performances are commendable, making it a noteworthy drama despite occasional pacing issues.”
