2026PG-131h 42mDramaHistoryWar
The Swedish Connection
Swedish Foreign Ministry bureaucrat Gösta Engzell, overlooked during WWII, rescued thousands while turning supposedly neutral Sweden into a moral forc...
7.6
IMDb
Director
Thérèse Ahlbeck
Release
Feb 13, 2026
Quick Verdict
“Highly recommended for 2026.”
Plot Summary
Swedish Foreign Ministry bureaucrat Gösta Engzell, overlooked during WWII, rescued thousands while turning supposedly neutral Sweden into a moral force. His efforts challenged the status quo and left a lasting humanitarian legacy.
What Works
- Solid entry in the drama, history, war catalog
- Stunning cinematography and production design that demands a large screen
- A compelling lead performance that anchors the entire narrative
What Doesn't
- A few minor subplots feel slightly underdeveloped
- May feel overly familiar to long-time fans of the genre
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Score
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Cast & Production
Cast
Henrik DorsinGösta Engzell
Sissela BennRut Vogl
Jonas KarlssonStaffan Söderström
Johan GlansGöran Von Otter
Olle JanssonChristian Günther
Oscar TöringeNils Erik Eklund
Loa FalkmanMarcus Ehrenpreis
Marianne MörckStina Johansson
Rakel BenérMaria Bondy
Figge NorlingClaes Westring
