Nigel Havers Joins TV4’s Swedish Crime Drama ‘Golden Boys’
Nigel Havers stars in the new Swedish crime drama ‘Golden Boys’ on TV4, drawing inspiration from his family history. In this series, Havers portrays a fictional version of Lord Moyne, a character linked to one of Sweden’s most notorious financial scandals in the late 1990s.
Plot Overview of ‘Golden Boys’
The show depicts the rise and fall of the Posener cousins, who tried to build a financial empire through dubious methods. Joachim Posener, played by Adam Lundgren, has just been released from prison when he reconnects with his flamboyant cousin Thomas and naive investor Peter Mattsson. Together, they hatch new financial schemes, soon involving Havers’ Lord Moyne, who seeks a financial windfall.
The Trustor Affair
As their elaborate plan to defraud Trustor unfolds, it becomes clear that their motivations are all driven by a desire for wealth. This narrative is inspired by real events from the Trustor Affair, where Lord Moyne, Joachim, and Thomas Posener were arrested for financial crimes.
- Key Characters:
- Joachim Posener – Adam Lundgren
- Thomas Posener – Erik Svedberg-Zelman
- Peter Mattsson – Viktor Björkberg
- Lord Moyne – Nigel Havers
- Director: Ivica Zuback
- Number of Episodes: 4
- Budget: Approximately €5M ($5.9M)
Nigel Havers’ Role and Background
Havers recognized the central role his family history played in his character’s development. He remarked on Lord Moyne’s desire to self-preserve and how that resonated with him personally. The series aligns with Havers’ history of playing aristocratic characters, from ‘Downton Abbey’ to ‘A Passage to India.’
Filming and Production Insights
Filmed on a modest budget, ‘Golden Boys’ showcases locations in Croatia, Stockholm, London, Geneva, and St. Tropez. Zuback ensured a creative filming atmosphere, incorporating an eclectic mix of 1990s music to enhance the setting.
Release and Audience Expectations
‘Golden Boys’ is set to premiere on May 3 on TV4, with advanced screenings scheduled at the London TV Screenings event on April 24. The production team aims to engage the audience, inviting them to empathize with morally ambiguous characters.
Nigel Havers expressed his enthusiasm for the project, stating that he relished the intriguing script and dynamic role. As viewers anticipate this compelling crime drama, the narrative promises to explore the complexities of ambition and morality.
