Icelandic Streamer Síminn Joins Reykjavik Noir TV Adaptation

In a recent development, Icelandic streamer Síminn has jumped on board the upcoming television adaptation of Lilja Sigurdardottir's crime novel trilogy, "Reykjavik Noir. " The series is being produced by Icelandic production house Glassriver, known for shows like "Cold Haven" and "As Long As We Live. " Glassriver acquired the rights to the novels through Reykjavik Literary Agency. The trilogy, composed of "Snare, " "Trap, " and "Cage, " is set in Reykjavik and has gained international acclaim. It has been translated into 17 languages, including English, German, and French. "Snare" won Thriller of the Year in 2017 from the New York Journal of Books and was recognized in The Times and the Sunday Times Crime Club's best books list in 2020. It was also longlisted for the CWA International Dagger award in 2018. The story revolves around Sonja, a young, divorced mother trying to win sole custody of her son. To achieve this, she resorts to smuggling cocaine into Iceland, becoming entangled in the harsh world of crime. She crosses paths with Bragi, an experienced customs officer, and develops a relationship with Agla, a woman. Sigurdardottir expressed excitement about the adaptation, praising Glassriver's reputation for high-quality content. Stella Soffia Johannesdottir, a senior agent at Reykjavik Literary Agency, commended Sigurdardottir's ability to craft visually engaging crime thrillers with rapid plot changes and tension. Glassriver's scripted slate also includes the optioned book series "Elma" by Eva Björg Ægisdottir. They have 20 TV and feature titles in development. Andri Ómarsson, co-owner and producer at Glassriver, highlighted the trilogy's blend of intrigue, suspense, and human storytelling, fitting their mission to showcase Iceland's unique voice globally. Síminn, part of an Icelandic telecoms giant, views the series as a thrilling addition to their Icelandic scripted content. Birkir Agustsson, VP of Media at Síminn, explained that the gripping storytelling and memorable characters will captivate audiences, reaffirming their commitment to showcasing Icelandic culture and creativity.