Whiskey on the Rocks
Overview
Set against the backdrop of the Cold War, a Soviet submarine unexpectedly runs aground near Karlskrona, thrusting Sweden into a geopolitical crisis. Prime Minister Thorbjörn Fälldin is tasked with navigating this precarious situation, aiming to de-escalate tensions and prevent a catastrophic war between two nuclear giants. As he grapples with a shrewd foreign minister and an aggressive military leader, Fälldin's diplomatic skills are put to the ultimate test. The stakes are high, and the future hangs in the balance as Sweden becomes a pivotal player in global affairs.
Episodes
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1
Off Course
In October 1981, during the peak of the Cold War, tensions are running high, and the threat of nuclear conflict looms large. On a chilly night aboard ...
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2
Hold the Boarder
Prime Minister Thorbjörn Fälldin rushes to Stockholm to convene with government and military leaders. Commander-in-Chief Börje Lagercrantz, who har...
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3
Quiet Diplomacy
In Karlskrona, Commander-in-Chief Börje Lagercrantz devises a covert plan to investigate a submarine for potential nuclear weapons. He assigns his to...
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4
Oh Captain, My Captain
Prime Minister Thorbjörn receives a visit from Soviet Ambassador Aleksandra Kosygina in his office. They learn that their scheme to set up a radio ma...
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5
Cold War
Prime Minister Thorbjörn arrives at the naval base in Karlskrona, only to find himself surrounded by an unexpected throng of international journalist...
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6
Home Sweet Home
In a press conference held at the Government Offices in Stockholm, Prime Minister Thorbjörn sends a wave of unease through the audience when he discl...
