How much can one man take?
Dead End is a six-part crime drama based on true events. It tells the story of the hostage tragedy of August 1986 — the day that stopped all of Finland and forever changed police tactics.
Dead End (Season 1)
20 Kilos (Episode 1)
Writer: Hannu Kontturi
Air date: 2026-08-08
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Based on true events. A masked man walks into a bank with a shotgun and a bag of dynamite. The police leadership decides to eliminate him—but not everyone agrees.
2.5 Million (Episode 2)
Writer: Hannu Kontturi
Air date: 2026-08-08
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: The hostage-taker demands 2.5 million and a getaway car—or he'll blow up the bank. The police try to buy time, but every plan fails.
8 Liters (Episode 3)
Writer: Tatiana Elf
Air date: 2026-08-15
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: The hostage situation moves onto the road, and the police don't know how to respond. When the car runs low on fuel, the SWAT team sees a risky chance to end it.
32 Condoms (Episode 4)
Writer: Hannu Kontturi
Air date: 2026-08-22
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: The Chase toward the town of Mikkeli continues as the tension builds. The SWAT team prepares for one last attempt to stop the man before he reaches the city.
14 Hours (Episode 5)
Writer: Tatiana Elf
Air date: 2026-08-29
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: The convoy arrives in Mikkeli's market square, where the unaware crowd stands in the blast zone. Johanna uncovers a vital clue that could reveal the hostage-taker's identity.
3:45 AM (Episode 6)
Writer: Hannu Kontturi
Air date: 2026-09-05
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Police leadership allows the car to continue its route from Mikkeli square—but tensions erupt. As the hostage-taker loses control, both sides face life-or-death choices.
Seasons
Episodes 6