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Wallander

7.420084 seasonsTV SeriesDramaCrimeMystery

This drama follows Inspector Kurt Wallander – a middle-aged everyman – as he struggles against a rising tide of violence in the apparently sleepy backwaters in and around Ystad in Skane, southern Sweden. Based on the international best-selling books by Henning Mankell.

WriterHenning Mankell
ProducersAndy Harries·Kenneth Branagh

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Amazon Prime VideoAmazon Prime VideoHuluHuluU-NEXTU-NEXTAmazon Prime Video with AdsAmazon Prime Video with Ads
Availability shown for Japan · rights vary by country

Seasons & Episodes

E1
The White Lioness
May 8, 2016 6.8
E2
A Lesson in Love
May 15, 2016 7.3
E3
The Troubled Man
May 22, 2016 7.3

Cast

Kenneth Branagh
Kenneth Branagh
Kurt Wallander
Jeany Spark
Jeany Spark
Linda Wallander

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Wallander — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Wallander?

Wallander is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Hulu and U-NEXT in Japan, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Wallander on Netflix?

No, Wallander is not on Netflix in Japan as of August 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and Hulu.

Is Wallander on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — Wallander is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in Japan as of August 2026.

Where can I watch Wallander for free?

Wallander is available on Amazon Prime Video and Hulu in Japan, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

How many seasons are in Wallander?

Wallander has 4 seasons in total (12 episodes). The series concluded in 2016.

Are all episodes of Wallander out yet?

Yes — all 12 episodes across 4 seasons of Wallander are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 5 of Wallander?

No — Wallander ended after 4 seasons, so there is no Season 5.

What book is Wallander based on?

Wallander is based on Wallander novels by Henning Mankell.