Mercur (2017): cast, story & where to watch
2017 · Series · ★ 8.6
Released in 2017, Mercur is a drama series.
What it’s about. Denmark’s Radio Mercur became the first commercial offshore radio station to broadcast in Europe when it began transmitting from the ship Cheeta in international waters near Copenhagen in 1958. Inspired by true events, its journey from bold beginnings to eventual decline is now being reimagined through following the story of a group of passionate music enthusiasts. Their mission was to challenge the state-run radio monopoly by delivering fresh pop and rock ’n’ roll sounds to a youthful audience eager for new music.
Who’s in it. Mercur stars Andreas Jessen as Flemming Vestergaard, Neel Rønholt as Anne-Marie Jensen, Jon Lange as Jan Irsinger and Stephania Potalivo as Gitte Skovgaard, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.6/10, Mercur sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Mercur page.
If you liked it. Fans of Mercur tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Attack on Titan.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Mercur (2017)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Mercur change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Mercur worth watching?
- Mercur holds an audience score of 8.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Mercur?
- Mercur stars Andreas Jessen, Neel Rønholt, Jon Lange, Stephania Potalivo and Peter Gantzler.
- When was Mercur released?
- Mercur was released in 2017.