The Councilman

Name: The Councilman
Released: 2018-03-02T00:00:00.000Z
Cast: Anne Marit Jacobsen, Arnhild Litleré, Fridtjov Såheim

TV Show · Comedy · Special Interest

The town of Roeng is hit by a reversed financial crisis. But when the central government moves to get a piece of the pie, the Mayor realizes there is only one solution: they have to spend all the money.

2018 · 22m

Starring Anne Marit Jacobsen, Arnhild Litleré, Fridtjov Såheim

Director Anne Bjørnstad, Eilif Skodvin

EPISODE 1

Season 1: Episode 1

The town of Roeng is struggling with depopulation and low employment, and when Mayor Tom Eide discovers irregularities with the city’s cellulose funds, he fears the worst.
EPISODE 2

Season 1: Episode 2

The newfound millions of dollars puzzle the Mayor, Councilman and Finance Manager of Roeng: How can they get the money into the towns account without breaking the law?
EPISODE 3

Season 1: Episode 3

The millions of dollars bring joy amongst Roengs population, but also more work for the City Hall staff. More trouble occurs when Mayor Tom Eide falls for the temptation to cover his personal expenses with the city funds.
EPISODE 4

Season 1: Episode 4

Roeng has become the wealthiest town in Norway, but Mayor Tom Eide’s private life is a disaster. Tom needs an economic miracle and turns to the Councilman’s son Benjamin for help.
EPISODE 5

Season 1: Episode 5

The loan sharks have not received their money from Mayor Tom Eide so they suddenly show up at the City Hall to talk to Tom. Lena gets a somewhat unexpected question and Tom wants to inspire the local youth.
EPISODE 6

Season 1: Episode 6

The County Governor examines the legality of the financial operations of Roeng. Mayor Tom Eide believes he has the situation under control until it turns out that Reidun has some sensitive information regarding the newfound millions.