HBO Max Acquires True Crime Murder Mystery Series from BBC Studios Nordic

HBO Max has a new true crime series coming from BBC Studios Nordic that will keep viewers on the edge of their seats. The show, called Horses and Hangmen, delves into a mysterious disappearance and a shocking murder case that unfolded in the summer of 2022.

The story centers around the disappearance of 40-year-old Frank Dan Nørgaard Jørgensen, whose car was later found burned in a forest parking lot. What follows is an investigation that takes unexpected and dark turns, leaving everyone involved stunned.

This 4-part documentary has been in the works for over two years, with crime journalists Christina Ehrenskjöld and Camilla Marie Nielsen leading the charge. According to Nielsen, the case is unlike anything she’s seen before. The plot involves premeditated murder with multiple schemers, including a woman whose passion for horses plays a crucial role in the mystery.

Filming began last winter, and the production team spent weeks at the actual locations of the events to capture the story authentically. Keep an eye out for Horses and Hangmen, a gripping true crime series that will have you hooked from the first episode.