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‘Severance’s’ Ólafur Darri Ólafsson on Cooking and Crime in ‘Reykjavik Fusion,’ Hörður Rúnarsson on Breaking Away From Scandi Noir


Starring Ólafsson, the anticipated Icelandic crime show world premieres April 28 at Canneseries.

Led by “Severance” star Ólafur Darri Ólafsson, “Reykjavic Fusion,” one of the highest-profile competition contenders at France’s Canneseries, is described by executive producer Erik Barmack of Wild Sheep Content as “‘Breaking Bad’ meets ‘The Bear.’” All Jonas wants is to develop his passion for haute cuisine, featuring “Icelandic ingredients cooked Asian style, with all kinds of secret twists,” as he explains to his fellow cons. Alongside Icelandic commissioner Síminn and co-production partner Arte, broadcasters or platforms on board include AMC Iberia, Viasat, Yle, ERR and SBS.

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