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A NETFLIX ORIGINAL SERIES

Hey, how about beef à la Rydberg tomorrow night?

Everyone loves that, right?

Yeah, that's delicious.

I mean, for our family dinner.

I had successfully blocked that out. We're going out for drinks after work.

I'll cancel my plans, of course.

That's... That would be nice of you.

It's awkward to have our parents over for dinner without you here.

Make that your parents.

-Your mom can't make it? -I'm sorry. I changed my mind.

We have to meet sooner or later, don't we?

That's the big question. Do we really? I think our current set-up works great.

I see.

Wille, you want Grandma to be here tomorrow, don't you?

Doesn't matter. I can't make it tomorrow.

I have my gentlemen's dinner party with Frans.

Lo and I are off now.

-Don't forget about preschool today. -Huh?

They're closing early today.

No! Damn!

I have William's PTA meeting, so I can't do it.

God! I'll work something out.

-Don't worry. -You sure?

-Okay. Big kiss! See you tonight. -Kisses!

-Bye! -Bye.

Naturally, the tests on offer in our society are available

so that you can choose not to have kids who are like my son.

In Iceland and Denmark, for example, 100% of these babies are aborted.

This means that kids with Down syndrome are on the brink of extinction.

-Hi, Patrik! -Hey!

So, if you're faced with the decision of whether to keep or not to keep...

a baby with DS, I think you should ask yourself...

-May I sit here? -Sure.

"Can our family handle it?" And also, "What kind of society do I want?"

"Do I want a society where we adjust and modify everything...

and everyone is healthy and happy?"

You... You look preoccupied.

Want to talk about it?

Letting off some steam is not such a bad idea, you know.

I mean, I've found it really helpful to talk to you and vent my feelings.

-That's great. -You know, lately,

I've had trouble sleeping.

I wake up at 2:30 almost every night, and I can't go back to sleep.

I lie there, trying to relax, but my thoughts just swirl around.

Before I know it, it's 3:30 a.m., 4 a.m., 5 a.m...

Stefan, you know what? I... I really don't want to discuss this with you.

I don't want to talk to you. Go see...

Go see a therapist. Or a pastor. I don't know. Talk to Göran!

Talk to yourself! Since you love listening so much.

I don't feel like talking right now. I really don't!

-Hey! -Hi!

-You're back? -No, not yet.

I'm here to meet a guy in class 5B who I'll be working with when I get back.

I see! Sounds exciting.

-Time for Patrik to be on parental leave. -Yeah, finally.

And it's your turn soon, right?

That's right.

I'm off to get some lunch.

-Wanna join? -I'm waiting for my dad and baby brother.

We're gonna play some soccer before my meeting.

But thanks for asking. Enjoy your lunch!

Mm. Absolutely. Sounds fun.

Hey...

The baby has...

DS.

Wow! I see.

We just found out. We haven't told anyone yet.

We don't know what to do. Whether we...

Please, no offense. Omid seems... really sweet.

-I didn't mean to... -God, no! I... I totally get it.

-I'm just thinking... -That's hard.

What was it like growing up with someone like...

-Or with someone... -With Omid as my kid brother?

I have nothing to compare it to.

He's always been my kid brother, and he's always been that way.

But I think it was hard for my parents.

And for me, too, at times. He calls me Goat, for example.

-Hi! -Hey!

Hi.

Hey.

-Hi. -Hi!

Hi. I'm Eddie's bonus dad.

-We met at the christening. -That's right!

-Hi! Patrik. Do you recognize me? -Yes.

Wanna kick some ball with us?

Um... I've got a few hours to spare. Sure!

Great! That makes us four. That's perfect.

-Where's Josef? -Josef's with Bigge.

I can't take care of a baby now that I'm about to kick Omid's ass in soccer.

-I've got your bag. -Oh, thanks! I completely forgot.

You've reached Söder Hospital's OB-GYN Department.

To reach the gynecology clinic, press 1.

To reach the abortion clinic, press 2.

That jersey is legit!

Yeah, Ronaldo. Looking good!

All right, Omid. I mean, Ronaldo.

-Nice! Score! -Nice!

-And who are you? -I am... Let me see. I'm Pirlo.

But why? You get to choose whoever you want.

-I know. -But he's, like, 1,000 years old!

We're the same age. He's the best! He's still active.

Can you hear me over there?

-Cool it, Goat! -Oh, that's real mature.

-That was a hard kick! -Pirlo! Il grande genio!

Nice, huh? 1-1.

Okay, papi.

Mom? Your phone's ringing!

Mom! Hey!

Hello?

Hello. This is Susanne Nilsson from the abortion clinic.

You called about making an appointment.

-Hello! -Hey.

-Hi! Everything all right? -Everything's great.

-We're watching an animal documentary. -Nice.

-Would you look at that! -Thank you so much for helping out.

I'll help you get your things in order.

-Did you go to the school? -Yes.

-Did you get the job? -Yes, I did!

I was thinking, since you'll both be...

Now that you'll both be working, I can stay here.

That way, Cutie-Pie doesn't have to be in preschool.

And I can stay over, in Bianca's old room,

whenever it gets late.

Um, that won't be necessary, but thanks. Martin will be on parental leave.

Oh, I see. Just let me know if you need any help.

Thanks for helping out, Bigge.

-What's happening in here? -Oh, I'm just cooking dinner for you.

One less thing for you to worry about.

That's really sweet of you, but please check with me first, Bigge.

I've already planned tonight's dinner, and I've been to the store.

Oh, you just put this stuff in the freezer. Easy-peasy!

That's not the point, Bigge. It's just too much. This is...

I know this is your house, and I know you miss it. I can tell.

But we agreed on this.

Martin and I and the kids live here now.

You need to respect that, Bigge.

I just want to help you out because you have a lot on your plates.

Okay. I hear what you're saying, and I get it.

I'll take your thoughts into account.

I'll just chop up these mushrooms and let them simmer for...

And you can play your video games or whatever it is you do...

-Know what? -all day.

I'll take over. I know how to chop mushrooms.

You can pack up... your things. I'll take care of it.

This is...

This is the ättestupa, where you kill off all seniors.

Take the house! Just take the house,

and I won't bother you anymore.

Bigge, what the hell! That's not what I meant.

I just find it a bit intrusive. It's a pain in the ass.

You can be a pain in the ass, too.

I know! I'm well aware of that.

But I...

I think you'd better go back to your place and let me play my video games,

-and I'll become my old sweet self again. -You do that.

Yeah.

-Hi. -Hey!

-Here. -Thanks.

The abortion clinic called and asked if you wanted to schedule an appointment.

Um, everything is so complicated.

In what way?

We just found out that everything is not all right with the baby.

Huh? What do you mean?

The baby has Down syndrome.

Oh, wow. I see.

So... you're having an abortion?

I think so. But I'm not really sure.

It is... extremely hard to know how to react in this situation.

But I think I'll... You know what? I'm sorry.

-Stop it. -I'm sorry.

You don't have to apologize.

You don't have to feel sorry for me.

Omid's not joining us at the café?

No, Dad's here, so they're going to the movies.

Martin!

-15 minutes, tops. -Yeah, I know. I'm on top of it.

He takes his job seriously. I'll give him that.

You'll miss him after a couple of days alone with this little pig.

Yeah, you're right. I think I've had enough of Danny.

Well, your mom is eager to babysit if you miss Danny and work too much.

I see. Well, he's retiring soon. It might be fun to hang out outside of work.

Yeah. Well, I can tell she really misses her house.

Did she say anything?

She wants to move into Bianca's old room and be a full-time babysitter.

I feel stupid. I told her to back off.

-Maybe that was mean of me. -No, you have to tell her how you feel.

I mean, it's not like she's homeless.

I know, but she's alone. And she misses her old house.

There's nothing wrong with that. That's why she comes over all the time.

What do you want us to do?

I'm thinking...

Maybe we can sublet.

I mean... A three-bedroom apartment in Sundbyberg costs 20,000 kronor.

We don't need three bedrooms.

If Bianca moves back in, she'll need a room.

-Right? -Yeah, but...

Hi!

What are you thinking about?

That I'm a horrible human being.

Why is that?

For... even thinking about keeping this baby or not.

So, in your mind, people who choose not to keep a baby with Down syndrome

are horrible human beings?

No, of course not.

That's not what this is about. I've had an abortion myself. That's not it.

But you're a horrible human being

for feeling this way about this baby?

Exactly.

Exactly.

Why is that?

Because that's not me!

I don't even recognize myself. I don't recognize these thoughts.

Normally, I'm a person who...

I don't have a problem with things...

becoming... complicated. I manage. I make it work.

I don't just run away.

I manage.

What the hell? I'm sorry. I just need to...

I'm sorry.

This is Lisa.

Hi.

Hey!

Hi!

Hi. Where were you? You were supposed to pick up Lo at preschool.

-You didn't get my text? -No.

-I sent it. Maybe you didn't get it. -No, I didn't get it.

You can't just flake like that before you know it's okay.

-Hey! -Yeah, I know. I know. I'm sorry.

The preschool called me, and I had to leave a meeting early.

When you accept responsibility, you have to carry it through.

-Yeah. -Or it will lead to problems.

Your life will be chaos if you don't get how things work.

I know. I agree! I'm sorry.

You're a big girl now.

I'm moving out.

We need to be able to talk about things without you threatening to move out.

Mom, it's not a threat. I've been thinking about it for a long time.

Sara has a sublet.

Is this... Is this because of the baby?

Mom, please, come on! No, it's not.

How will you afford the rent? You don't have a job.

I'll figure something out. Okay?

Here you go. Some cookies and coffee.

I have the impression... that everyone I love just disappears.

God, stop it! I'm retiring, and I'm moving to Mallorca.

It's not like I'm dying. And you will come and visit. You have to.

I'm really not that fond of flying.

I'm not.

I went to the Canary Islands in the 80s.

Martin, his dad, and I.

Then it's about time you do it again.

I'll be all alone.

No. You have Martin and your grandkids.

-No. Danny, I feel like I'm in the way. -Oh.

I don't feel welcome. I don't.

They're replacing the plumbing in Gugge's apartment.

They'll raise the rent... and I won't be able to afford it.

I don't know... I don't know what to do.

Mm. Have another cookie.

I already have one.

I'm just feeling lonely, that's all.

-Hi, Eddie! -Yo.

-How's it going? -It's going.

Great. It's been a while, but...

I just want you to know that my door is always open for you.

-Okay. -Hold on a sec.

Hello?

Hi, honey!

Huh?

Yeah, but... Göran's already been over this week.

No! I didn't mean it like that.

Of course I want him to feel welcome.

But...

Mm. Okay.

Absolutely! Yeah. Okay.

Big kiss! Bye.

Sorry about that. Where were we?

Is Göran your bonus kid?

No. He's a...

He's... He's a friend.

Or rather, a friend of my wife's.

Well, he spends quite a lot of time at our place.

But Göran is not exactly a friend in the usual sense.

He's more of a...

a boyfriend.

What do you mean, "boyfriend"?

Yeah, I know it might sound a bit weird, but...

You know, grown-up stuff can be really complicated sometimes.

I mean...

In a relationship, you need to give each other a lot of freedom, you know.

And yeah, it does hurt sometimes.

Right?

Huh? Um, I don't know. You do your thing.

-I don't want to... -But what would you do?

I mean, from my perspective, you have two choices.

Break up with her, or kill Göran. I would do either of those.

-Good luck! -Yeah, bye.

-Here's your receipt. -Thanks.

And your bag. Pop by next weekend.

We'll have some fantastic offers for our best clients.

-I'll keep that in mind. -Thank you. Bye!

Well, well, well...

Flattery really is your forte.

There's something I want to talk to you about, before I'm out of here.

Is it about those dresses that I put the wrong price on?

It won't happen again! I know what I'm doing.

I didn't even hear that. No, I was wondering...

Would you like to take over my rental contract?

Huh?

It's not the most spacious apartment on the planet,

but you can squeeze into two bedrooms, can't you?

Are you kidding? You're kidding.

Do you want it or not?

Yeah. I mean, yes. I mean...

Of course I do! I mean, it's...

I mean, wow!

Thank you! This is insane.

I'm really moved. I doubt I was your first choice.

I'm only doing this for Birgitta.

So that your poor mom can move back into her house.

That is amazing. She'll be... You're extremely kind. To her.

Well, the two of us will have to register as cohabitants for a couple of months.

That way, it's only natural for you to take over the apartment.

So, we have to register as cohabitants?

We need to be registered in the same apartment,

so that you can take over it when we "break up."

Wow...

Look at you!

What?

I'm not used to seeing you all dressed up. Are you off to a party?

-It's a gentlemen's dinner party. -Oh, right! With Frans and the guys.

Frans and the guys. That's it. Exciting!

-You don't have to pretend to like him. -I have nothing against him.

I'm just surprised to hear that you need to wear a tux.

-A gentlemen's dinner party requires it. -Oh, I see! Even when you're 13?

Hey, I'm sorry.

You look handsome. You really do.

Need some help?

This one needs to be... There you go!

I didn't mean to dis you.

I just can't stand these bratty, rich-kid outfits.

Voilà!

-Dashing! How many people are coming? -No idea.

Oh, okay. Want me to give you a ride?

-Sure. -A limousine ride.

-I'll go get my keys and the car. -Thanks.

-Hi! -Hey, you!

-How are you? -Great! And you?

Just great.

Here's Eddie's raincoat, in case it starts raining.

-Perfect. -Is he here?

-No. He hasn't made it home yet. -Well, tell him I said hi.

Will do.

Hey, listen...

Patrik told me... about the baby.

-I see. -I just...

I don't know what my parents would've done

if they'd known Omid had a chromosomal disorder.

But they didn't, so...

I feel that...

I just want to let you know that you shouldn't feel any guilt,

regardless of what you decide to do.

Okay. Great.

-See you! I have to... -I get it. Okay.

Take care.

-Thanks for the ride. -No problem. You're welcome.

Hey, Wille! Just let me know if you want me to come pick you up.

-We're staying over. -Oh, that's right!

-Hey. -Hey!

Are you sure you don't want to join me, my parents, and your mom for dinner?

I am.

Just let me know if you change your mind. And have fun!

-Hi, Wille! -Hey!

-Fancy neighborhood! -There's no elevator, I'm afraid.

It's great for the figure. Maybe not so great when you have toddlers.

Hi! I'm Martin...

-Honey, are you coming? -Um...

Honey!

Absolutely, baby. Coming!

Hey...

-I really appreciate you doing this. -It's fine.

Just don't expect any Fanny and Alexander Christmases in the future.

Don't worry.

A nice little dinner will do just fine.

Hey, Katja. I forgot to tell you.

I invited your mom, too.

-What the...! Have you lost your mind? -Just kidding.

But just so you know: My parents are quite the characters, too.

You can swap it, if you don't like it, Camilla.

-Katja. -Please forgive me.

-I'd just memorized the name of his ex. -Don't worry.

Camilla was Henrik's first true girlfriend, and the name stuck.

I get it.

I have the receipt. I don't know your taste.

A tray always comes in handy. It's perfect.

-It's beautiful, Mom. -Not really,

but it's an impersonal gift, and it'll blend in nicely.

Cheers, Katja.

-And thanks for having us over. -Why, absolutely!

Cheers.

-So... -Eat your potatoes.

How long does the training last? How long does it take?

It's a three-week course. And they have one in Malta, too.

That one's a bit longer, and you become an international croupier.

-Hot damn! I wanna go! -No.

That sounds amazing! I'm so happy for you, Bianca.

-I just need to save up some money. -But...

Do you really need to travel the globe? Malta is far enough. Right?

Part of the fun is to get far away from your parents for a while. Right?

-Exactly. Right? -Yeah, fine.

But... Yeah. But after that, you're back, right?

If you need a place to stay, you can stay with us.

-You're always welcome. -Thanks.

I don't think I'll move back in. I like living with Sara.

Yeah, sure. I was just... You know. Just in case everything goes to hell.

You're not going anywhere. You hear me?

You get to stay with me. With Dad. Forever and ever!

-How much do I get if I stay here? -The sky's the limit. Everything I own.

-How much is that? -227 kronor.

I've been wondering, and I've asked Henrik repeatedly.

"Have you met someone?" It's been impossible to get a word out of him.

We started to question whether you were real,

or maybe one of those Japanese companion dolls.

-A fuck doll. -Wow!

Otto's Tourette's is only partially hereditary.

-It skipped a generation, at least. -What are they called, then?

-An inflatable Judy doll? -They're called sex dolls.

But I'm not one of those. I am real. At least, I hope so.

Please excuse me. I just need to make a quick phone call.

Excuse me. I'm sorry, Mom.

Henrik is extremely non-confrontational, as you've probably noticed.

-Hey. -Hi, Wille. I missed your call.

Everything okay?

Yeah, sure. I was just wondering what you're up to.

Okay. We're...

My embarrassing parents are here.

They're even more embarrassing than me and your mom.

Is everything okay?

Sure.

I'm just not sure I want to stay the night.

Oh, I see.

Want me to come and pick you up? I don't mind.

Nah...

I already said I'd stay the night. That would be weird.

I get it.

Let me just have a quick think, and I'll get back to you.

-Yeah. Sure thing. -Okay.

-Great. Bye. -Bye.

-Hi! -Hi.

-There's dinner in the kitchen. -Great.

What's wrong?

I'm expecting a baby with Down syndrome. That's what's wrong.

I'm aware of that. We need to talk about it.

You talked to Sima about it. Why would you do that?

I don't know. I bumped into her at school. It was a spur-of-the-moment thing.

She's the only person I know with first-hand experience.

This is a super-personal matter, honey! It doesn't get more personal.

You and I need to discuss it. Don't go babbling... It's way too soon!

I get that. I really do. But we had a great talk.

Okay...

It doesn't feel...

Things look a little brighter now.

How do you mean?

I met this kid, Omid, and we played soccer together, and it felt...

It was wonderful.

So, now...

You want to keep it because you played soccer with a kid with Down syndrome?

No, of course not. I'm saying we shouldn't be too negative about it.

It could be a positive thing, too. For us, for the kids...

Or a huge burden for our kids. Will it be their responsibility when we die?

Omid's moving into a group home. There are... There are solutions.

What if this baby is not like Omid?

There are varying degrees of Down syndrome. This baby could be a lot sicker.

Or a lot less sick than we ever imagined.

I did some reading online today. These kids are on the brink of extinction.

And we need to take our responsibility by keeping it?

No, but we have a choice.

I've made...

an appointment at an abortion clinic for Monday.

You what?

Isn't that what you wanted?

Honey, I thought we agreed that it's...

for the best.

Yeah, maybe.

-The weather is pretty nice, after all. -Exactly.

-Henrik! -Hi, Wille!

-What are you doing here? -Here's the deal...

We have a 7 a.m. flight to Nice tomorrow.

We have to get up super early, so you'll have to cut your stay short.

-Hi. -Hi, Frans.

-How's it going? Great. Hey, guys. -Hi.

You've been looking forward to tonight. I should've told you before.

I totally forgot. Sorry. My bad.

Are you flying SAS?

-Exactly. -Their departure times are awful!

-Tell me about it! -Dad always books us on Norwegian

-when we go and see Grandma in Cannes. -So does my dad.

-I'll keep that in mind. -You should.

Absolutely.

-Let's...? -Yeah. Bye, Frans!

-Bye, guys! -Thanks!

I don't think I want to be at boarding school anymore.

You don't?

I don't know if I told you this.

When I was growing up... the other kids used to call me Bucket.

-No way! -Way.

My dad got a job as a diplomat in South America.

My parents wanted me to stay in Sweden and finish high school.

-All alone? -Exactly.

I went to boarding school.

-Three years. -You went to boarding school?

Yup. But they almost expelled me after only a month.

-But why? -Well, because...

The thing is...

I was trying to be cool at this party.

It ended with me waking up in a bed, covered in puke, with a bucket next to me.

-Bucket? -Yeah, Bucket.

After that...

I decided I didn't give a damn about what other people think of me.

Are you and Mom having kids?

No, we're not.

Does that make you sad?

Actually, it does.

But I'm grateful for this.

You and me. I've really missed this.

Yeah. Me, too.

-Really? -Yeah.

-Can I snatch one of your fries? -Go to town! This was a great idea.

Right! A killer idea.

You can crash here, if you want. You can sleep on the couch or whatever.

-That's no... -That's cool. I want to sleep at my place.

I was just thinking... If you don't feel like bumping around on a bus.

-It's fine. But thanks anyway. -Okay.

But... Text me when you get home so I know you're okay.

Honey, I'm sorry I left you in the lurch. Wille and I had some catching up to do.

No harm done. We hardly noticed you were gone.

You know what?

You are the first of my girlfriends who gets on well with my parents.

-I thought you only had one before me! -There's only one.

-There's only you. -That's more like it!

-And now it's time for dessert! -Would you look at that!

-Here you go. -Oh, my!

Mom... Here you go.

Should Dad get one, too?

-Sorry to keep you waiting. -That's okay.

Thanks.

So...

When you take the pill, the pregnancy is terminated.

Then you'll go home and come back for a follow-up visit,

where you'll get additional medication that triggers the abortion.

Will it be...?

Will it be just as painful as giving birth?

-You've had a dilation and curettage. -That's right.

This is different.

It can be just as painful as giving birth when it comes to the labor process.

But the fetus is smaller, and we can be a lot more generous with pain relief.

Will the baby feel anything?

No. It will pass away to the beating of your heart.

Are you okay?

Honey...

I'm feeling sick.

Do you want me to come back?

Once you take the pill, you can't change your mind.

The medication is irrevocable.

It's important that you understand this.

If you need to think it over, we can schedule a new appointment...

No, I don't want to think it over. I'm tired of thinking!

Let's do as she suggests. If you're not sure...

What do we need to be sure about? How's going home going to help?

To think about if for a couple of days.

I'll come back. I'll leave you two alone for a bit.

Let's just do it.

Let's just get it over with.

Hey...

It looks lovely.

-Grandma, we need to get going. -Okay...

Let me just light her lantern.

There you go, my dear.

Big kiss, my dear.

Bye!

-I miss her. -Yeah.

I'll grab it. Here it is! Done!

-Was it on the hook? -Mm.

-Oh, crap! -Let's go!

Are we ready?

What's so funny?

There!

Now the baby's annoyed. Come on, let's go!

-Did you pack his toys and a water bottle? -Yes.

-And the security blanket? -Yes!

It's super important, or he'll chew the place up.

-Double-check, if you don't trust me. -Will do.

Come to Daddy, Sickan! That's it. Come to Daddy!

You want to come to me? There you go! Off we go.

What if they don't like it, or get mad because I've used them for my work?

No way! If they get mad,

they can talk to the agent you will get after this show.

The millions will start rolling in, and we'll move to Bali...

I can see that happening. Definitely.

I'm so happy you're here.

-It looks great! -You really think so?

-Hi! -Hello!

-Hi! -Hi there!

-I guess I'm a bit early. -No problem.

-Welcome! -For you.

That's so sweet.

-Hi! -Hey.

Great to see you.

I'm just popping in for a quick look.

I need to finish packing my boxes before Lollo gets home.

I see. Sounds tough. Or...?

It's okay.

Okay...

-Thanks, Patrik. -For what?

"For what"?

Wow! You've put the birdhouses to good use!

Everything wasn't for nothing, after all.

Definitely not.

-Hi, Mom! -Hi, sweetie!

-Yo, Patrik! -Hey.

-Yo! -Yo.

-Is Göran dead yet? -No, I went with option 2.

What did you just say?

I don't mind this time.

-Hi! -Hi.

Welcome.

-Thank you. -Hey.

-Hi there. -Hey.

-Hi! -Look how big you've grown!

Mom! I see nothing but birdhouses. Where are the artworks?

Hi!

Hey, Dad!

Hi.

-Hi. -Hey.

-Hi, Wille! Have a peep. It's us! -Wow! It really is.

I can hear Patrik going: "You guys take care of the dishes,

while Lisa and I chill out."

Grandma, look!

I'm sorry.

-Wow, look! It's my place. -I know.

Naw...! And Gugge.

And Gugge!

Honey, would you hold her for a sec?

"The elephant in the room." Isn't that clever.

I thought it was funny.

I had just managed to repress that memory. I'm getting some more mulled wine.

-Hey. -Hey...

Thank you. It's beautiful.

You don't have to thank me, honey.

-Do you miss him? -I don't know...

Can't say I miss him. I'm just sad he's not around.

And I'm sad that he won't...

get to meet this one.

Yeah, me, too.

But I'm extremely happy to have our big, chaotic family.

And we're happy to have you, honey.

Most of the time. Just kidding.

-I love you. -I love you, too.

Come on! Let's grab some mulled wine.

Subtitle translation by Kristofer Fredriksson