The Detective Hole series, adapted from Jo Nesbø’s acclaimed crime novels, premiered on Netflix in March 2026, consisting of 9 episodes. The show features Tobias Santelmann in the lead role as the titular detective, Harry Hole, and Joel Kinnaman portraying the corrupt cop Tom Waaler.

This adaptation is based on the fifth book in the Harry Hole series, titled “The Devil’s Star.” The series marks a significant development in the adaptation of Nesbø’s works, which have been in the pipeline for over a decade.

With a total of 13 novels in the Harry Hole series, the first season has generated considerable interest among fans of the genre. The series was initially commissioned in the U.S. before being transferred to the Nordics for production.

The opening scene of the show features a helicopter, setting a dramatic tone for the series. The soundtrack, crafted by Nick Cave and Warren Ellis, has also drawn attention, with one producer expressing a desire for Cave to create soundtracks for all aspects of life.