The new Swedish crime thriller "Blood Sacrifice" has arrived on Netflix, quickly becoming a notable entry on the streaming platform's Top 10 list. The series, created by George Kay, known for "Lupin" and "Hijack," centers on an estranged father and son who must set aside their differences to apprehend a killer targeting police officers. The first season is now available for streaming.
"Blood Sacrifice" consists of five episodes, with individual runtimes varying between 44 and 58 minutes. The main cast includes Jakob Oftebro and Peter Andersson as the central father-son duo, alongside Electra Hallman, Alexander Abdallah, Henrik Norlén, Lisette T. Pagler, Magnus Krepper, Irina Björklund, Anders Mossling, and Anna Maria Käll.
Reviews for the series have been largely positive, with Decider giving it a "Stream It" recommendation and specifically praising Peter Andersson's portrayal of the character Alfred Berg. The show currently holds an 86% rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
While Netflix has not officially announced a second season, the absence of a "limited series" tag on its official page, along with the "Season 1 Trailer" designation and positive reception, suggests a potential for future installments. Decider is awaiting further information from Netflix regarding official confirmation of a second season.
"Blood Sacrifice" is available on Netflix, which offers various subscription plans starting at $8.99 per month. The streamer does not currently provide a free trial.