Documentary

Schlüter

Denmark is on the brink of bankruptcy when Conservative Poul Schlüter becomes prime minister in 1982. Over his more than 10 years in office, he manages to restore the country's economy—but remains deeply unpopular with parts of the population. Schlüter becomes the longest-serving prime minister since World War II. What was the secret behind his long tenure? And what were the personal costs for him and his family? Get to know the man and the politician in DR’s new three-part documentary, Schlüter.

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Status

Ended

Original Name

Schlüter

First Air Date

May 27, 2023

Last Air Date

May 27, 2023

Seasons

1

Episodes

3

Language

Danish

Production Companies

Drive Studios

S01E03

Nothing has been swept under the rug

Lisbeth’s death looms like a dark cloud over Schlüter, while power struggles intensify at Christiansborg. A civil war on the other side of the world ends up having a decisive impact on Poul Schlüter’s final days as prime minister. But amid the turmoil, he finds love again.

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