Reviewers from IMDb and RTE generally consider this the strongest episode of the first season.
: Detective Tuva continues to dig into the community's secrets, eventually confronting Björn with details about his hidden past in Sweden, which adds a layer of Scandi-noir tension to the local Irish setting. Critical Review
: While local Garda Egan and a detective from Dublin are quick to dismiss the scene as a tragic accident, Swedish narcotics detective Tuva Palsson suspects it is the work of a professional cartel. North Sea Connection subtitles English S01E04
: Critics noted that this episode has "more meat on the bone" than previous ones, with a much higher level of intensity and faster-moving plot points.
: The episode centers on the aftermath of recent violence when Hana arrives at Lenny’s farm and discovers his dead body. Reviewers from IMDb and RTE generally consider this
: The inclusion of more Swedish dialogue and the introduction of detective Tuva’s "hardened" personality when dealing with Björn enhance the "Scandi-noir" vibe that the series aims for.
: The Kenny siblings find themselves deeper in debt and danger. The gang leader, Quinn , gives them their first official "job," forcing them to fully commit to the drug-smuggling operation they accidentally started. : Critics noted that this episode has "more
In episode 4 of , titled " Cold Front ," the intensity of the "Irish-Noir" thriller ramps up significantly as the stakes transition from small-town smuggling to a high-stakes cartel conflict. Plot Summary & Key Events