Netflix’s upcoming dark comedy series, *Billionaire Island*, premieres globally on September 12, 2024. Created by Anne Bjørnstad and Eilif Skodvin, the series delves into the competitive world of Norway’s salmon farming industry. Set on the island of Frøya, the show pits two rival families against each other as they clash over dominance in the global market. Trine Wiggen stars as a relentless businesswoman aiming for a hostile takeover of her competitor to become the top salmon producer. With a cast including Bjarne Brøndbo and Kåre Conradi, the series promises a unique blend of humor and drama

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In Billionaire Island, we meet two families in a small coastal community in Norway, who are sworn enemies in the global salmon industry. The series, which taps into the contemporary zeitgeist, delivers a funny as well as dramatic portrait of the fish farming business.”
The main cast of Billionaire Island includes several actors with experience in Netflix Originals. This group features performers from the original Lilyhammer, along with those who have appeared in 22 July, Norsemen, and the recently ended Ragnarok. Their backgrounds in these popular series bring a wealth of experience and a recognizable flair to the new show.

Here’s a look at the main cast of Billionaire Island and their previous roles:

• Kåre Conradi, recognized from Norsemen and The King’s Choice, will play Torbjørn Tvedt.
• Axel Bøyum, known for Home Ground and Heimebane, takes on the role of Ivo.
• Oddgeir Thune, from Occupied and 22 July, portrays Martin.
• Svein Roger Karlsen, seen in Insomnia and Mammon, plays Gjert Meyer.
• Trine Wiggen, known for Gone with the Woman and Uro, stars as Julie Lange.
• Ragne Grande, from Twin and Ragnarok, appears as Amy Lange.
• Vetle Røsten Granås, recognized from ZombieLars and Beforeigners, plays JJ Lange.
• Tor Ivar Hagen, from Dead Snow and Lilyhammer, takes on the role of Eigil Hansen.
• Hanne Skille Reitan, seen in Witch Hunt and Heimebane, portrays Trine Meyer.
• Leah Aastum, known from Emilie and The Half Elf, stars as Jessika.
• Benjamin Bakkeid, from Monster and Wisting, plays Felix Meyer Hansen.
• Nemi Storm, recognized from Hotel Cæsar and Varg Veum, appears as Hennie Lange.

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The creators, known for *Lilyhammer*, have crafted *Billionaire Island* as both a satire and a comedic critique of the extravagant lifestyles within the fish farming industry. Filmmaker Marit Moum Aune serves as the series’ conceptual director, while Gudny Hummelvoll and Rubicon handle production. With its clever approach to contemporary issues and richly drawn characters, *Billionaire Island* is set to offer an entertaining portrayal of the high-stakes world of salmon farming. The series aims to capture the colorful and dramatic nature of this lucrative industry with a fresh and humorous perspective.