Macken

Macken (1986-1990)

EndedScripted showComedy, Music

Macken is a comedy TV show with many musical elements, produced by Galenskaparna and After Shave 1986 and was recorded outside the Swedish town Vara. The series was broadcast in six episodes by SVT, and involves the brothers Roy and Roger, who runs a gas station. The show was Galenskaparna and After Shaves definitive breakthrough. The series became hugely popular among the Swedish people. Several of the songs that were included in the TV series became hits and landed on the Swedish charts such as the main theme "Macken", "Husvagn" "Konfirmarationspresenten". In each episode, the main theme is sung by different popular swedish artists, such as Lasse Lönndahl and Björn Skifs.

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EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E07Filmen Roy Och Rogers Bilservicedéc. 23, 1990
S01E06Räddad av en damsept. 27, 1986
S01E05Som en torpedsept. 20, 1986
S01E04Rogers vykortsept. 13, 1986
S01E03Besynnerliga pappersept. 6, 1986
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did the TV show 'Macken' premiere?

'Macken' premiered on January 8, 1986.

Who were the main characters in 'Macken'?

The main characters in 'Macken' were Lasse \u00c5berg, Jon Skolmen, and Birgitta Andersson.

What was the genre of 'Macken'?

'Macken' was a comedy TV show.

Where was 'Macken' set?

'Macken' was set in a gas station in Sweden.

Who directed 'Macken'?

Claes Eriksson directed 'Macken'.

How many episodes were there in 'Macken'?

'Macken' had a total of 16 episodes.

What was the premise of 'Macken'?

'Macken' revolved around the daily lives and misadventures of the employees and customers at a gas station.

Who were the creators of 'Macken'?

'Macken' was created by Claes Eriksson and Lasse \u00c5berg.

What were some notable guest stars in 'Macken'?

Some notable guest stars in 'Macken' included Magnus H\u00e4renstam, Lena Nyman, and Peter Dalle.

What was the reception of 'Macken' among viewers?

'Macken' gained a dedicated fan following and was well-received by viewers for its humor and unique characters.

Did 'Macken' receive any awards or nominations?

Yes, 'Macken' received several nominations and won the prestigious Golden Nymph Award at the Monte-Carlo Television Festival.

Was 'Macken' dubbed or subtitled in other languages?

Yes, 'Macken' was dubbed or subtitled in several languages to reach a wider international audience.

Did 'Macken' have any spin-offs or related shows?

No, 'Macken' did not have any spin-offs or related shows.

How long was each episode of 'Macken'?

Each episode of 'Macken' had a runtime of approximately 30 minutes.

What were some popular catchphrases from 'Macken'?

Some popular catchphrases from 'Macken' included "Det \u00e4r klippt i Macken" (It's a cut in the gas station) and "Bensin, bensin!" (Gasoline, gasoline!).

Did 'Macken' have a significant impact on Swedish television?

Yes, 'Macken' is considered a cult classic and had a significant impact on Swedish television, influencing future comedy shows.

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