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Deadwind

Deadwind is a Finnish crime drama television series created by Rike Jokela, Kirsi Porkka, and Jari Olavi Rantala.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Deadwind is a Finnish crime drama television series created by Rike Jokela, Kirsi Porkka, and Jari Olavi Rantala. It follows Helsinki detective Sofia Karppi as she investigates murders while coping with personal loss and family strain. The series originally aired under the Finnish title Karppi and ran from 2018 to 2021.

Premise

Deadwind follows Sofia Karppi, a Finnish detective who returns to work while dealing with grief and family difficulties. Each season builds around a major murder investigation that exposes wider criminal and political tensions.

Production and release

The series was created by Rike Jokela, Kirsi Porkka, and Jari Olavi Rantala and originated in Finland. It first aired on YLE2 in 2018 and later became available on Netflix.

Cast and characters

Pihla Viitala stars as Sofia Karppi, with Lauri Tilkanen as Sakari Nurmi and Mimosa Willamo in a supporting role. The central cast expands across the seasons as each investigation introduces new suspects and connections.

Reception and style

Deadwind is presented as a Nordic noir series, emphasizing moody atmosphere, slow-burn suspense, and crime procedural elements. Reviews and platform descriptions highlight its dark tone and focus on both mystery and character drama.

Key facts

  • The series centres on detective Sofia Karppi, who works in Helsinki after the death of her husband.
  • Its first season follows an investigation into the murder of a woman tied to a Helsinki construction company.
  • The show is known for Nordic noir tone, with crime investigation combined with personal drama.
  • Deadwind was released internationally on Netflix.
  • The series ran for three seasons between 2018 and 2021.
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Canadian context

Canadian viewers may know Deadwind through Netflix, where it was distributed internationally as part of the platform’s Nordic and foreign-language crime series lineup.

Frequently asked questions

What is Deadwind about?
It is about Helsinki detective Sofia Karppi, who investigates murders while dealing with her own personal loss and family problems.
What is the original title of Deadwind?
The original Finnish title is Karppi.
Who created Deadwind?
It was created by Rike Jokela, Kirsi Porkka, and Jari Olavi Rantala.
Who stars in Deadwind?
The series stars Pihla Viitala, Lauri Tilkanen, and Mimosa Willamo.
When did Deadwind first air?
It premiered in 2018.
How many seasons does Deadwind have?
The series ran for three seasons from 2018 to 2021.

References

  1. Netflix — https://www.netflix.com/title/80243728
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  2. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Deadwind
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  3. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6616260/
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  4. Rotten Tomatoes — https://www.rottentomatoes.com/tv/deadwind
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