Viaplay US ventures into the chilling realm of true crime with “The Bunker,” a three-part docuseries chronicling the harrowing abduction and improbable escape of Isabel Eriksson. Premiering Thursday, January 16, 2025, the series recounts Eriksson’s ordeal at the hands of Dr. Martin Trenneborg, who drugged and kidnapped her after their second date in 2015. Trenneborg’s sinister plan involved imprisoning Eriksson and potentially other women in a specially constructed bunker. Take a look at the trailer below.
The series, already a sensation in its native Sweden, revisits the disturbing details of Eriksson’s captivity and her courageous escape. The case draws unavoidable parallels to the infamous Josef Fritzl case in Austria, highlighting the terrifying reality of isolated imprisonment. “The Bunker” offers a stark look at the psychological aftermath of such trauma, tracing Eriksson’s struggle with PTSD and her difficult journey to confront her captor.
Divided into three distinct chapters — “Abducted,” “The Kidnapper,” and “The Escape” — the docuseries methodically pieces together the events leading up to, during, and following Eriksson’s horrifying experience. While the subject matter is undeniably grim, the series focuses on Eriksson’s resilience and her path toward healing. For true crime aficionados, “The Bunker” offers a compelling account of survival against the odds. But even casual viewers may find themselves drawn to Eriksson’s story of perseverance in the face of unimaginable trauma. Just don’t expect light viewing. This one will stay with you.
“The Bunker” premieres Thursday, January 16, 2025 on Viaplay US. The series is in Swedish with English subtitles.
