King’s Game

Ulrik is a determined journalist and the son of a former justice minister. He is driven to uncover the truth behind the planted spin and the apparent cover-up surrounding the party’s leadership. His pursuit puts him at odds with newsroom authorities and entrenched interests, yet he remains committed to exposing the facts. Ulrik’s integrity and persistence anchor the investigation as it unfolds.

Peter Schou is the Centre Party’s press coordinator who initiates a front-page story that turns out to be spin. He operates behind the scenes, navigating political favors and media leverage to influence the narrative. His actions illustrate how a single tip can escalate into a national controversy. Peter embodies the blurred line between press strategy and political manipulation.

Dreier Jensen is a powerful Centre Party politician who manipulates media networks to consolidate influence. He orchestrates cover-ups and uses the press to suppress unwelcome truths. As the antagonist, he embodies the corrupting lure of power and the ease with which political machines can bend reality. His maneuvers drive the central conflict of the story.

Lone Kjeldsen is a political figure whose credibility is targeted by a calculated spin. She becomes a focal point of the manipulation, as opponents exploit vulnerabilities to undermine her leadership. Her arc explores the fragility of public trust and the human cost of political warfare. Despite the attacks, she remains a symbol of resilience in a volatile race.

Henrik Moll is a left-wing stringer who collaborates with Ulrik to uncover the truth. He provides critical, independent insight that helps pierce through the spin. Moll’s role emphasizes the importance of cross-ideological cooperation in investigative journalism. He becomes a key ally in exposing the plot and pushing for accountability.

Aksel Bruun is the party leader whose fate becomes a focal point of the plot. He is publicly presented as still alive while insiders claim he has been brain dead from day one. His situation triggers intense political maneuvering and adds complexity to the quest for the truth. The handling of his image reveals the fragility of leadership during a crisis.