Series synopsis
The Minister, also known as Ráðherrann is a drama television series that premiered on RÚV on September 20, 2020. It stars Ólafur Darri Ólafsson, Anita Briem, Þuríður Blær Jóhannsdóttir and Logi Hrafn Jónsson.
A look into the life of the newly elected Prime Minister of Iceland, who starts losing his grip on reality and the effect that has on his family and the Icelandic nation.
Premise
A look into the life of the newly elected Prime Minister of Iceland, who starts losing his grip on reality and the effect that has on his family and the Icelandic nation.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Ólafur Darri Ólafsson as Benedikt
- Anita Briem as Steinunn
- Þuríður Blær Jóhannsdóttir as Hrefna
- Logi Hrafn Jónsson as Sindri
- Thorvaldur Kristjansson as Grímur
- Elva Ósk Ólafsdóttir as Valgerður
- Oddur Júlíusson as Óttar
- Jóel Sæmundsson as Þorgeir yngri
Episodes
This series spans 2 seasons with 16 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 8 | September 20, 2020 | November 8, 2020 |
| Season 2 | 8 | October 13, 2024 | December 1, 2024 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Episode 1 The newly elected chairman of the Independence Party, Benedikt, has formed an alliance with the Social Democratic Alliance for the upcoming elections. Unexpectedly, he announces that he will resign if there is not a 90% voter turnout. |
September 20, 2020 |
| 2 |
Episode 2 As Benedikt refuses to accept the position as Prime Minister, other powers consider their options. He gains international attention by using Twitter to try and convince the nation to form a coalition agreement. |
September 27, 2020 |
| 3 |
Episode 3 When Benedikt's father contacts him for help with a conflic in his parish, Benedikt's first thought is to push for separating church and state. |
October 4, 2020 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | The tree | October 13, 2024 |
| 2 | Internal fight | October 20, 2024 |
| 3 | A new role | October 27, 2024 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | RÚV |
|---|---|
| First aired | September 20, 2020 |
| Last aired | December 1, 2024 |
| Runtime | 45 minutes |
| Status | continue |
| Schedule | Sunday |