The Bridge (Bron/Broen), the original Swedish-Danish crime drama TV series, premiered on Swedish and Danish television, marking the beginning of the franchise.
FX announced the production of an American adaptation of The Bridge to adapt the original Scandinavian series for US audiences.
The American adaptation of The Bridge premiered on FX, introducing the storyline to a new market with adaptations reflecting US-Mexico border issues.
FX announced the renewal of The Bridge (US) for its second and final season, confirming the continuation and conclusion of the series.
The final episode of The Bridge (US) aired, concluding the American adaptation of the original series.
The joint investigation begins when a body is discovered exactly on the middle of the Øresund Bridge connecting Denmark and Sweden, leading to a rare collaboration between Danish and Swedish police.
Detectives Martin Rohde (Denmark) and Saga Norén (Sweden) are introduced as the primary investigators on the case involving the body on the bridge.
The investigation uncovers that the body found is part of a series of murders targeting people with specific criminal backgrounds, indicating a serial killer with a strict code.
Differences in approach and cultural clashes between Danish and Swedish police create tension, complicating the investigation.
Martin's personal life troubles surface, including his secret visits to his ex-wife and issues with his daughter.
Saga's difficulties in understanding social cues and her straightforward behavior become evident, eventually leading to revelations about her Asperger syndrome.
The team identifies the killer as Jens Hansen, a man seeking vigilante justice against criminals who escaped legal punishment, causing ethical conflicts.
The climax occurs on the Øresund Bridge where the detectives confront Jens Hansen, ending his killing spree with tragic consequences.
Following the case closure, Martin and Saga each deal with the emotional and psychological impact of the investigation.
