Breendonk

Breendonk is an intriguing prison drama set in war-torn Antwerp in 1942. A story about idealistic choices that turned out to be wrong, about unexpected alliances and the quest for how to keep loving in a loveless world.

Our take

A moving historical saga, Breendonk paints a multi-layered portrait of the Flemish people facing the German invasion during World War II. Set within a forced labour camp, the series shifts perspectives between collaborators, resistance fighters, and those playing a dangerous double game, weaving espionage intrigue with a love story as beautiful as it is heartbreaking. Boasting remarkable cinematography, this new series from the producers of Beau Séjour (a Series Mania 2016 standout) offers profound reflections on love, oppression, and the human spirit.