Lilyhammer
Lilyhammer

Lilyhammer

2014TV ShowEnded4 SeasonsEnglish

After Frank The Fixer Tagliano testifies against his Mafia boss in New York, he enters the Witness Protection Program and makes an unusual demand: he wants to be set up with a new life in the Norwegian small town of Lillehammer or as he calls it, Lilyhammer.

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IMDb7.4/10
Google Users85%
Director: Morten Tyldum, Geir Henning Hopland, Lisa Marie Gamlem, Ole EndresenGenres: Crime Drama, Comedy

Plot Summary

Former New York mobster Frank Tagliano gets his wish to be relocated to Lillehammer, Norway, after he rats out his associates. He believes he'll live a quiet life in a picturesque setting, but soon finds himself drawn back into the criminal underworld, albeit on a much smaller, Norwegian scale. Navigating cultural differences and his own ingrained criminal instincts, Frank tries to build a new life while dealing with local gangs, police, and his own complicated past.

Critical Reception

Lilyhammer received generally positive reviews, particularly for its unique premise, Steven Van Zandt's performance, and its blend of crime drama and dark comedy. Critics often praised its fish-out-of-water scenarios and the cultural clashes it depicted, though some found the pacing uneven at times.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for Steven Van Zandt's charismatic lead performance.
  • Appreciated for its humorous exploration of cultural differences and crime tropes.
  • Some found the plot occasionally predictable or slow-paced.

Google audience: Google users largely enjoyed "Lilyhammer," highlighting its humorous take on a mobster adapting to Norwegian life and appreciating the comedic elements. The unique premise and Steven Van Zandt's portrayal were frequently mentioned as positives.

Fun Fact

Steven Van Zandt, who plays mobster Frank Tagliano, is also the guitarist for Bruce Springsteen's E Street Band and has a real-life interest in Norway, which inspired some elements of the show.

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Dean

Dean

I usually don't like and watch comedies, but this TV is an exception! This is a masterpiece!