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Netflix Begins Filming Swedish Period Drama 'The Von Fersens'

The film follows 18th-century Stockholm aristocrats Sophie and Axel von Fersen.

Overview

  • Production started in Sweden in September, with Netflix Nordic unveiling a first-look image.
  • The official synopsis calls it a grand, modern, fast-paced romantic drama centered on a fall from royal favor under King Gustav III.
  • Alva Bratt plays Sophie von Fersen and Christian Fandango portrays Axel von Fersen.
  • Alexander Abdallah appears as King Gustav III alongside August Wittgenstein, Alex Jubell, Sara Shirpey, Jonas Karlsson, Lina Englund and Carl Heine Granat.
  • No release date has been announced, and early reactions highlight interest from fans of Bridgerton-style period romance.