Taxa (1997)
A beloved Danish drama series following the drivers, dispatcher, and boss of CrownTaxi through the streets of Copenhagen.
Taxa - Series Information
- Original Title: Taxa
- First Air Year: 1997
- Last Air Year: 1999
- Created by: Stig Thorsboe
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Drama
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode (40 minutes)
- Number of Seasons: 5
- Number of Episodes: 56
- Status: Ended
- Original Language: Danish
- Spoken Languages: Danish
- Networks: DR1
- Alternative Titles: Taxa (DK)
- Production Companies: DR TV
- Production Countries: Denmark
Taxa - Plot
TAXA is a Danish television drama made by Danmarks Radio with 56 episodes, written by Stig Thorsboe and produced by Rumble Hammerich. The series revolves around a small taxi central, CrownTaxi, in Copenhagen. The series was a success from the start, 14 September 1997 on DR1. The series was broadcast during the period 1997-1999 for a total of five series. CrownTaxi has its ups and downs and in the course of the series, following the various drivers, radio opertor Lizzie and boss Verner Boye-Larsen. They have all their problems both with clients and family life and constantly threaten the show's villain Hermann from the competing taxi firm, City Car, which wants to take over the CrownTaxi. TAXA was also screened in Sweden on SVT1.
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Taxa - Cast & Crew
Creator(s)
- Stig Thorsboe
Main Cast
- Pernille Højmark
- Zlatko Burić
- Pia Vieth
- Jesper Lohmann
- Leif Sylvester
- Peter Gantzler
- John Hahn-Petersen
- Margrethe Koytu
- Anders W. Berthelsen
- Peter Mygind
Writers
- Stig Thorsboe
- Adam Price
- Søren Sveistrup
- Dunja Gry Jensen
- Anders Refn
Taxa - FAQs
What is Taxa about?
Taxa centres on CrownTaxi, a small taxi company in Copenhagen. The series follows its colourful drivers, radio operator Lizzie, and boss Verner Boye-Larsen as they navigate personal struggles, demanding clients, and the constant threat of a hostile takeover by rival firm City Car.
Who created the Danish series Taxa?
Taxa was created and primarily written by Stig Thorsboe. The writing team also included notable names such as Søren Sveistrup and Adam Price, both of whom would later become celebrated figures in Danish television drama.
Did Taxa launch the careers of famous Danish writers?
Absolutely. Taxa served as an early proving ground for several writers who went on to define Scandinavian television. Søren Sveistrup later created The Killing, while Adam Price became the showrunner behind Borgen — two series that brought Danish drama to global audiences.
How many seasons and episodes does Taxa have?
Taxa ran for five seasons between 1997 and 1999, totalling 56 episodes. Each season contains between 10 and 12 episodes, with an additional special episode rounding out the complete run on DR1.
Who are the main actors in Taxa?
The ensemble cast includes Pernille Højmark, Zlatko Burić, Pia Vieth, Jesper Lohmann, Leif Sylvester, Peter Gantzler, John Hahn-Petersen, Margrethe Koytu, Anders W. Berthelsen, and Peter Mygind. Trine Dyrholm also appears in a supporting role.
When did Taxa first air on Danish television?
Taxa premiered on 14 September 1997 on DR1, the flagship channel of Danmarks Radio. It was an immediate hit with Danish audiences and continued broadcasting until 1999, cementing its place as a beloved classic of Danish television drama.
Was Taxa broadcast outside Denmark?
Beyond its successful run on DR1 in Denmark, Taxa was also screened in Sweden on SVT1, bringing the CrownTaxi story to neighbouring Scandinavian audiences. Its warm reception abroad reflected the universal appeal of its character-driven storytelling.
What are some shows similar to Taxa?
If you enjoy Taxa's character-driven drama, you might also appreciate Elsbeth, Sullivan's Crossing, Belgravia: The Next Chapter, or The Day of the Jackal. These series share a similar focus on compelling ensemble casts and engaging storylines rooted in everyday human conflict.
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