(The Night Shift) is a cult-classic Icelandic sitcom that first aired in 2007. It is the first installment in a trilogy of series (followed by Dagvaktin and Fangavaktin ) and a feature film ( Bjarnfreðarson ).

: The story continues as they end up in prison.

: Much of the humor comes from the intense social discomfort Georg creates and the failed ambitions of Ólafur.

: A shy, anxious medical school dropout who is just trying to find his way in life. He often serves as the "straight man" to the absurdity of his colleagues. What to Expect

The show is a dark, character-driven comedy centered on the quirky and often dysfunctional staff of a Shell gas station in Reykjavík during the late-night shift.

: A simple-minded, kind-hearted, and perpetually optimistic "dreamer." He is often the target of Georg's bullying but remains obsessed with "making it big" in show business or marketing.

: The show was a massive success in Iceland, leading to the lead actor, Jón Gnarr, eventually being elected Mayor of Reykjavík in 2010.