Rated 7+ IMDb · 70%+ RT Little-known finds Curated by humans
Rated 7+ IMDb · 70%+ RT Little-known finds Curated by humans
Updated October 25, 2026 • By Isabella Endrinal
AGMTW score, out of 10
A Nordic general streamer, with a catalog that thins out fast for a US household.
Value for money6.4
Cheap for Nordic film and TV, but the catalog is thin.
$5.99 a month. The cheapest service in the same category is $3.99 ($2 less). Weighed against what it carries (content 5.5/10), that comes to 6.4 on value.
Content quality5.5
Films and shows from the Nordics.
We have no title-level data for this one, so this is our own read on how much there is worth watching.
Apps and devices6.6
Serviceable app, on 5 of the 12 major devices.
Rated 4.45 in the app store. Works on 5 of 12 devices.
Streaming quality7.5
1080p, stereo; no 4K at any price.
Base plan streams in 1080p.
It may be a newcomer in this part of the Atlantic, but the Sweden-based Viaplay has been streaming films and TV shows in Europe for years. Its main attraction is Nordic noir, that distinctly cold and shocking version of the mystery genre. Apart from mysteries and thrillers, it also carries internationally known films like Another Round (starring Mads Mikkelsen) and A Somewhat Gentle Man (starring Stellan Skarsgård). Nordic Americans will find much to enjoy here, but Viaplay also serves as a convenient and affordable option for viewers wanting to dip their toes deeper into European thrillers. Viaplay used to be available as a standalone streaming service, but currently, you can only stream it as a channel or add-on to either Amazon Prime, Sling, Xfinity, Xumo, or Roku.
How much does Viaplay cost?
Viaplay starts at $5.99/month.
Does Viaplay have a free trial?
Yes. Viaplay currently offers a 7-day free trial for new subscribers.
What devices support Viaplay?
Viaplay is available on Amazon Fire TV, Android, Android TV, Apple TV, Chromecast, Google TV, iOS.
Can I cancel Viaplay anytime?
Viaplay is a month-to-month subscription with no long-term contract. You can cancel at any time without penalty.
Is Viaplay worth it?
It may be a newcomer in this part of the Atlantic, but the Sweden-based Viaplay has been streaming films and TV shows in Europe for years. Its main attraction is Nordic noir, that distinctly cold and shocking version of the mystery genre. Apart from mysteries and thrillers, it also carries internationally known films like Another Round (starring Mads Mikkelsen) and A Somewhat Gentle Man (starring Stellan Skarsgård). Nordic Americans will find much to enjoy here, but Viaplay also serves as a convenient and affordable option for viewers wanting to dip their toes deeper into European thrillers. Viaplay used to be available as a standalone streaming service, but currently, you can only stream it as a channel or add-on to either Amazon Prime, Sling, Xfinity, Xumo, or Roku.
Five criteria, each scored out of 10. The overall score is their weighted average: content 50%, value 20%, apps 20%, streaming quality 10%. Live TV packages are also scored on customization and add-ons (20%), with the other four scaled to 40%, 16%, 16% and 8%.
Value for money
0The most expensive service of its kind.
10The cheapest service of its kind, with full content.
Content quality
0None of the 20 most-watched cable channels, or nothing from our recommended list.
10All 20 channels, or the deepest catalog of titles we recommend.
Apps and devices
0A one-star app that runs on none of the 12 major devices.
10Five-star apps on all 12 major devices.
Streaming quality
0Below 720p.
104K on the plan we price.
Customization and add-ons
0A live TV package with no add-on packs to build on.
10Eight or more add-on packs at $15 a month or less.