TV series
The series is named after a small part of Saltsjöbaden called Solsidan. It revolves around Alex and Anna who are expecting their first child and have just moved to Alex's childhood home in Saltsjöbaden, Stockholm County. Alex tries to get Anna to enjoy herself, and at the same time spend time with his childhood friend Fredde.
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Solsidan premiered January 29, 2010. We don't have a confirmed streaming, rental or purchase option yet.
The series is named after a small part of Saltsjöbaden called Solsidan. It revolves around Alex and Anna who are expecting their first child and have just moved to Alex's childhood home in Saltsjöbaden, Stockholm County. Alex tries to get Anna to enjoy herself, and at the same time spend time with his childhood friend Fredde.
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Episode 1
Mickan does everything to show how successful she is when an old tormentor from high school moves into Solsidan. Alex is struggling to come up with a good birthday present for Anna, who in turn is lyrical about a new feature film assignment.
Directed by Hans IngemanssonWritten by Niclas CarlssonGuest stars Rebecka Teper, Maria Nordlander, Albin Arnestål, Joel Arnestål, Katia Winter, Peter Apelgren, Henrik Schyffert, Iris Herngren
Episode 2
Alex is forced to help Wilma to sell grillspices. Fredde feels threatened by some younger career rockets at work. Anna has started with the filmshooting, but one of the co-actors is not interested to learn the lines.
Directed by Hans IngemanssonWritten by Moa HerngrenGuest stars Magnus Hammer, Sara Edwardsson, Per Nygren, Matilda Källström, David Mörner, Fredrik Carlsson, Lisa Nilsson, Annica Liljeblad
Episode 3
Fredde fakes burnout to get more time for his other interests, but quickly realizes that he made a mistake. Ove and Anette act as airbnb hosts for a young couple who do not really share their penchant for socializing and surcharge
Directed by Eddie ÅhgrenWritten by Jacob Seth FranssonGuest stars Sanna Sundqvist, Annica Liljeblad, Fredrik Carlsson, Clara Henry, Anton Hellström, Pontus Edgren, Josef Fares, André Wickström
Episode 4
Alex suffers devastating self-doubt when he and Anna travel away for some romantic free time. Eva and Rune look after the children, but a blackout begins when they lose Wilma. At the same time,
Directed by Eddie ÅhgrenWritten by Tove Eriksen HillblomGuest stars Marko Randelovic, Frida Hallgren, Jens Sjögren, Mona Najib, Tove Folkesson, Felicia Cedergren Norberg, Ralph Carlsson, Anneli Martini
Episode 5
Mickan makes a plan to reveal Suzy's dark sides in connection with a large mingling event. Ove settles in as an extra on Anna's filming and Alex agrees to a lunch date with a familiar face that he can not place
Directed by Emma BuchtWritten by Tove Eriksen HillblomGuest stars Fredrik Skavlan, Lisa Nilsson, Martin Schibbye, Annica Liljeblad, Jacob Ericksson, Tove Sandin, Désirée Steno, Petra Cabbe
Episode 6
Fredde wants nothing better than to return to his job, but first Ludde needs to be reminded of his excellence. Mickan is appalled by Viktor's high school plans and Alex is frustrated that Anna spends all her time listening to audio books.
Directed by Emma BuchtWritten by Jacob Seth FranssonGuest stars Kim Sulocki, Björn Gustafson, Kajsa Falk, Peter Näslund, Ove Larsson, Nathalie Sannemalm, Stella Arwin, Marie Robertson
Episode 7
Alex and Anna look forward to an unpretentious couple's dinner, but the evening degenerates when the invitation list expands in an unwanted direction. Mickan panics when her brand new clothes end up at Myrorna.
Directed by Josephine BornebuschWritten by Moa HerngrenGuest stars Anna Sise, Mia Rossling, Per Strandin, Albin Arnestål, Joel Arnestål, Emma Mangare, Dausie Andersson, Mariama Martling
Episode 8
Anna has gone to Hungary and Alex is left with Palle who does not contribute the least to the housework. Fredde and Mickan suffer from lack of sleep as a result of Viktor's loud sex life and soon Fredde's beloved man-cave is at stake.
Directed by Josephine BornebuschWritten by Jacob Seth Fransson, Felix HerngrenGuest stars Magnus Krepper, Josef Fares, Johan Paulsen, Mauro Ubeira, Ellinor Cronqvist, Felicia Cedergren Norberg, Anneli Martini, Heidi Arwin
Episode 9
Alex has been charging for a child-free TV weekend when he is suddenly taken on Wilma's school trip to the primitive Viking village. Mickan is told that ADHD is super trendy and can be investigated by a psychologist.
Directed by Josephine BornebuschWritten by Jacob Seth FranssonGuest stars Sara Edwardsson, Magnus Hammer, Ellen Jelinek, Peshang Rad, John Nordling, Jean-Claude Boeke, Wilma Hemming, Marie Robertson
Episode 10
Alex steps wrong when he tries to dodge a poker night at Ove's. Fredde receives a tempting offer to try different barbecue products for Eric Kenneby, but Mickan's frosty relationship with Suzy puts the brakes on.
Directed by Josephine BornebuschWritten by Niclas Carlsson, Felix HerngrenGuest stars Katia Winter, Marie Robertson, Peter Apelgren, Max Ulveson, Tomas Fingal, Conrad Nyqvist, Eja Lindqvist, Ralph Carlsson
Episode information updated Sep 3, 2026
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