Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to State of Happiness List

• Trapped - Both feature small communities facing challenges and crises.
• Nobel - Focuses on political and social issues with deep character studies.
• Borgen - A strong political drama set in a Scandinavian context.
• The Bridge - Intricately weaves crime and personal drama within a Nordic setting.
• Occupied - Explores themes of politics, control, and resistance.
• Fjord - Set against the backdrop of Norwegian society addressing various issues.
• The Killing - A crime series that delves into personal stories and societal impacts.
• Follow the Money - Focuses on economic issues affecting individuals and society.
• The Legacy - Explores family dynamics and societal issues in a dramatic context.
• Quicksand - Examines how a young person's life is affected by societal pressures.
• The Rain - A post-apocalyptic setting that explores human relationships and survival.
• Welcome to Norway - A comedic take on immigration and cultural integration in Norway.
• Norsemen - Dark comedy set in a historical context reflecting societal norms.
• Ragnarok - Combines mythology with contemporary social themes.
• The Inspector and the Sea - A crime drama set in a picturesque Nordic setting with deep character studies.
• Hjem til Jul - A romantic comedy that examines relationships during holiday times.
• Skam - Teen drama that explores contemporary youth culture and societal issues.
• Heavy Water War - Explores historical conflict and scientific ethics.
• The Outsider - A haunting investigation that combines crime and personal loss.
• Home Ground - Examines personal and professional dynamics in a sports setting.
• Valkyrien - Explores complex moral dilemmas in a confined community.
• Wisting - A crime series with deep psychological and emotional layers.
• Something's Burning - Similar tone examining personal relationships amidst societal changes.
• Lilyhammer - A crime drama featuring characters attempting to adapt in a new environment.
• The Last Kingdom - Interpersonal and societal conflicts wrapped in historical drama.
• Festen - Explores family dynamics during a tumultuous event.
• Before the Frost - A mix of crime and personal dilemmas within a Nordic landscape.
• Under the Ice - Explores psychological depths and societal issues.
• Snabba Cash - Examines crime, economics, and personal ambition in a contemporary setting.
• The Bridge (Bron) - Interpersonal relationships amidst crime in a Nordic environment.
• Midsomer Murders - Both explore crime in a close-knit community setting.
• Pørre Porr - Dramatic examination of societal issues through personal stories.
• Havets Fyre - Explores human experiences against a maritime backdrop.
• Åndenes Hus - Explores family and societal issues in a nuanced way.
• Kampen om tungtvannet - The impact of war on local communities similar to State of Happiness.
• Førde - Focus on personal stories within a social framework.
• Good Behavior - Interpersonal relationships examined in a criminal backdrop.
• Huset med det rare i - Family drama with elements reflecting societal pressures.
• Blindspot - Drama involving uncovering personal issues against a larger narrative.
• Fyre: The Greatest Party That Never Happened - Examines societal and economic failures similar to community crises.
• Gentleman Jack - Character-driven drama exploring personal and societal identities.
• The Crown - Dramatizes personal dynamics within broader political issues.
• Years and Years - Interpersonal stories affected by socio-political changes.
• Big Little Lies - Dramatic exploration of personal issues with societal implications.