Documentary

Stockholm Bloodbath

Stockholm's Bloodbath of 1520 is one of the most dramatic moments in the entire history of the Nordic countries. But what really happened? How could a hundred people be executed in the middle of Stockholm? In this two part documentary, historians Bo Eriksson and Anna Maria Forsberg will reveal the reasons behind the massacre.

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Status

Ended

Original Name

Stockholms blodbad - kampen om tronen

First Air Date

December 27, 2020

Last Air Date

December 27, 2020

Seasons

1

Episodes

2

Language

Swedish

Production Companies

FaktabruketVelourfilm

Networks

SVT Play

Episode 2
S01E02

Episode 2

The Danish king finally manages to conquer Stockholm. Sweden's strongest and most influential families have gathered to take part in the coronation of King Christian II. But the grandiose party suddenly turns into mass executions. Stockholm's massacre is a fact. Historians Bo Eriksson and Anna Maria Forsberg reveal the plot behind the massacre. Is Christian the Tyrant alone guilty or are there other perpetrators?

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