The Half Brother
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Revolving around the life of un-produced screenwriter Barnum Nilsen, The Half Brother is a dramatic family saga that offers an historical parable of 20th century Europe. On V Day, May 1945, as a continent emerges from war, Barnum’s mother Vera is raped in her attic in Oslo by an unknown man, leading to the birth of Barnum’s half brother, Fred. When Barnum is born five years later, to the man that Vera has since met and married, the Nilsen family, like Europe, is already splitting in two. Growing up together during the Cold War – Barnum with his father, Fred searching for his – the half brothers become estranged and Fred eventually disappears. At the film festival in Berlin in 1990, as the Wall is still coming down, Barnum learns that Fred has returned. Finally, as the true identity of Fred’s father comes to light, the two half brothers may once again be reunited.
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About The Half Brother
Revolving around the life of un-produced screenwriter Barnum Nilsen, The Half Brother is a dramatic family saga that offers an historical parable of 20th century Europe. On V Day, May 1945, as a continent emerges from war, Barnum’s mother Vera is raped in her attic in Oslo by an unknown man, leading to the birth of Barnum’s half brother, Fred. When Barnum is born five years later, to the man that Vera has since met and married, the Nilsen family, like Europe, is already splitting in two. Growing up together during the Cold War – Barnum with his father, Fred searching for his – the half brothers become estranged and Fred eventually disappears. At the film festival in Berlin in 1990, as the Wall is still coming down, Barnum learns that Fred has returned. Finally, as the true identity of Fred’s father comes to light, the two half brothers may once again be reunited. Across 1 season and 8 episodes, originally airing on NRK1.
The Half Brother Cast and Characters
The cast features Nicolai Cleve Broch (as Barnum), Frank Kjosås (as Fred), Mariann Hole (as Vera), Marianne Nielsen (as Boletta), and Oskar Sandven Lundevold (as Barnum as Boy). Their performances are a major reason The Half Brother has built such a passionate audience.
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There's a reason The Half Brother keeps showing up on "must-watch" lists. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts. If you enjoy NO storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of show you'll end up recommending to friends.
Frequently Asked Questions about The Half Brother
Where can I watch The Half Brother online for free?
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How many episodes does The Half Brother have?
The Half Brother has 8 episodes across 1 season. All episodes are available to stream right here on Bowood.TV.
Is The Half Brother good? What's the rating?
The Half Brother holds a 7.6/10 rating based on 8 reviews — well above average.
Who is in the cast of The Half Brother?
The main cast includes Nicolai Cleve Broch, Frank Kjosås, Mariann Hole, and Marianne Nielsen, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is The Half Brother available in NO?
Yes — The Half Brother was originally produced in NO and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV. English subtitles are provided when available.
When was The Half Brother released?
The Half Brother first aired in 2013.
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How many seasons and episodes does The Half Brother have?
The Half Brother currently has 1 season and a total of 8 episodes. The series status is "Ended", so the episode count may grow as new seasons are released. You can browse the full episode list on Bowood.TV and continue watching from where you left off.
What is The Half Brother about?
Revolving around the life of un-produced screenwriter Barnum Nilsen, The Half Brother is a dramatic family saga that offers an historical parable of 20th century Europe. On V Day, May 1945, as a continent emerges from war, Barnum’s mother Vera is raped in her attic in Oslo by an unknown man, leading to the birth of… It belongs to the Drama genre.
In which language is The Half Brother originally available?
The Half Brother was originally produced in NO. On Bowood.TV the show is available in its original NO audio. Check the player options on the watch page for available subtitle tracks.
When was The Half Brother first released?
The Half Brother first premiered on January 6, 2013 (2013). The series has since concluded its run.
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