Political power cannot be won without sacrifice. Birgitte Nyborg wins a landslide victory for her party, but how far is she willing to go to gain influence? Can she succeed professionally, continue to lead a happy family life, and stay true to herself? Borgen (Government) is an award-winning Danish drama series about the fight for political power and the personal consequences for everyone involved.
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State Visit
Birgitte faces her first state visit, as the president of the former Soviet republic, Turgisia, is coming on official business that just might fuel the export of Danish wind-energy technology.
More airdates:
Fri, Jun 21, 2013 - 10:00 PM - KCETLINK
Mon, Jun 24, 2013 - 10:00 PM - KCET-HD
Fri, Jun 21, 2013 - 10:00 PM - KCETLINK
Mon, Jun 24, 2013 - 10:00 PM - KCET-HD
See No Evil, Hear No Evil, Speak No Evil
When surveillance equipment is found in the offices of an extreme left-wing political party, it looks like the work of the Danish Security and Intelligence Service -- but why?
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Fri, Jun 28, 2013 - 10:00 PM - KCETLINK
Mon, Jul 1, 2013 - 10:00 PM - KCET-HD
Fri, Jun 28, 2013 - 10:00 PM - KCETLINK
Mon, Jul 1, 2013 - 10:00 PM - KCET-HD
The Silly Season
Not much is going on in Parliament until Michael Laugesen announces that he has written a book containing disclosures of all sorts from his years in politics.
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Fri, Jul 5, 2013 - 10:00 PM - KCETLINK
Mon, Jul 8, 2013 - 10:00 PM - KCET-HD
Fri, Jul 5, 2013 - 10:00 PM - KCETLINK
Mon, Jul 8, 2013 - 10:00 PM - KCET-HD
Divide and Rule
Though Birgitte is surprised at the Defence Minister's choice of new fighter jets, she allows him to make public the decision on the government's behalf.
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Fri, Jul 12, 2013 - 10:00 PM - KCET-HD
Mon, Jul 15, 2013 - 10:00 PM - KCET-HD
Fri, Jul 12, 2013 - 10:00 PM - KCET-HD
Mon, Jul 15, 2013 - 10:00 PM - KCET-HD
The First Tuesday In October
Birgitte is hard-pressed in the opinion polls leading up to the start of a new year in Parliament while the Labor Party is picking up headway and clamoring for more influence.
More airdates:
Fri, Jul 19, 2013 - 10:00 PM - KCET-HD
Mon, Jul 22, 2013 - 10:00 PM - KCET-HD
Fri, Jul 19, 2013 - 10:00 PM - KCET-HD
Mon, Jul 22, 2013 - 10:00 PM - KCET-HD
89,000 Children
Birgitte is visiting soldiers stationed in Afghanistan when their encampment is attacked, and several soldiers are killed.
More airdates:
Mon, Jul 29, 2013 - 10:00 PM - KCET-HD
Mon, Jul 29, 2013 - 10:00 PM - KCET-HD
In Brussels No One Can Hear You Scream
Birgitte Nyborg must appoint a new EU-commissioner and her old mentor, Sejrø, is the obvious candidate.
More airdates:
Mon, Aug 5, 2013 - 10:00 PM - KCET-HD
Mon, Aug 5, 2013 - 10:00 PM - KCET-HD
The Last Worker
Birgitte's government prepares to present a new reform package, which is being polished at a political seminar.
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Mon, Aug 12, 2013 - 10:00 PM - KCET-HD
Mon, Aug 12, 2013 - 10:00 PM - KCET-HD
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Behind-the-scenes video, show extras, and recaps
Web Extras:
If you aren't already convinced that Denmark is one of most progressive countries in the world, these five factors are sure to sway your vote.
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Here are five things you didn't know about Sidse Babett Knudsen.
Full Episodes:
Both Birgitte and Katrine tackle dilemmas endemic to their professions: The PM has to decide which political ally to align itself with, while the journalist has to decide whether to pursue a story that puts her and her source's lives in danger.
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The episode provides new insight into the wheeling and dealing involved in passing bills in Parliament and paints a broader picture of Katrine and Kasper's past relationship.
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