Solsidan

Set in a sunlit corner of Saltsjöbaden, Solsidan follows Alex and Anna as they prepare to welcome their first child and settle into Alex’s childhood home. The couple learns what life changes when you move into a place that holds memories, while trying to keep things light and lively. Alex hopes Anna will let herself relax and enjoy the moment, even as the two adapt to new routines and the realities of parenthood. He also tries to keep a lid on the growing pull between old friendships and the demands of family life. Fredde, Alex’s long time friend, shows up with his own quirks, turning a quiet suburb into a stage for everyday comedy and heart.

Solsidan has become a familiar touchstone in Swedish pop culture, offering a warm, witty look at suburban life. Its ensemble humor and everyday scenarios sparked conversations about friendship, class and side effects of growing up, turning familiar streets into a shared reference point.

Critics noted its balance of humor and heart and praised the cast led by Felix Herngren, Mia Skäringer, Johan Rheborg and Josephine Bornebusch. The show returns to themes of partnership and responsibility while letting characters bungle through awkward situations that feel true to life, not polished for laughs alone.