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The New Country

9.020001 seasonTV SeriesDrama

A 15-year-old Somalian boy meets a 40-year-old Iranian man in a refugee camp in Skåne, in the south of Sweden. With the threat of deportation hanging over them, they decide to take their faiths in their own hands and together they go on a journey in the Swedish summer.

DirectorGeir Hansteen Jörgensen
WritersPeter Birro·Lukas Moodysson

Where to watch

Not available in United States
Streaming in 1 other country

The New Country isn't on any streaming service in United States right now, but it's available in Sweden. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Seasons & Episodes

E1
Episode 1
Mar 6, 2000
E2
Episode 2
Mar 13, 2000
E3
Episode 3
Mar 20, 2000
E4
Episode 4
Mar 27, 2000

Cast · Directed by Geir Hansteen Jörgensen

MA
Mike Almayehu
Ali
MKMichalis Koutsogiannakis
Michalis Koutsogiannakis
Massoud
LBLia Boysen
Lia Boysen
Louise
JÅJan Åström
Jan Åström
Big Bert
SJ
Sonny Johnson
Evald Lastbilchaufför
LVLars Väringer
Lars Väringer
Kjell
SNSimon Norrthon
Simon Norrthon
Gregor

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The New Country — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The New Country?

The New Country isn't on any streaming service in United States yet, but it's available in Sweden. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

Is The New Country on Netflix?

No, The New Country is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026.

Is The New Country on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The New Country isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now.

Where can I watch The New Country for free?

The New Country isn't streaming in United States yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

How many seasons are in The New Country?

The New Country has 1 season in total (4 episodes). The series concluded in 2000.

Are all episodes of The New Country out yet?

Yes — all 4 episodes across 1 season of The New Country are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 2 of The New Country?

No — The New Country ended after 1 season, so there is no Season 2.