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Meaning of Life

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About Meaning of Life

Meaning of Life is a comedy and drama TV series that premiered on Viaplay on December 11, 2022. It has 2 seasons and 16 episodes so far and has ended. The latest episode, Season 2 Episode 8 "Do You Want Anything Else?", aired on June 29, 2025.

Alva wants nothing more than to become a parent together with boyfriend Nico, but it's just not happening. Meanwhile, her sister Ellen has three children with husband Alex — and dearly wishes she hadn't.

  • Comedy
  • Drama

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Episodes

16 episodes · 2 seasons

Season 1

2022 · 8 episodes · Last episode: 3 years ago

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    8. I Just Wanted to Protect You

    Finale

    Ellen and Alex are going on a joint hunting weekend with the intent on saving their marriage. Alva and Nico decide that it's going to be the two of them, but while in town, they run into Adam and Aida.

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    7. So Now I’m a Sexist Too?

    After being confronted with Alva and Nico's real problems, Ellen realizes that all the bickering between her and Alex is trivial in comparison. However, the idyllic existence is soon abruptly broken.

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    6. The Battle of Hastings

    Alva tries to process the loss of the child, which leads her into the worst possible emotional state. Meanwhile, Ellen attends a butchering course with Matteo and everything between them is put to the test.

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    5. Look, There’s the Heart

    Alex tries to get Ellen back to her old self. Alva and Nico have booked an ultrasound where they anticipate to hear the baby's heartbeat — the actual proof of whether they are going to be parents or not.

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    4. Do You Want to Shoot Me?

    Alva lets go of her fears and allows herself to fully embrace the pregnancy, while Adam reappears in her life. Nico is torn between Alva and Harry and is forced into a betrayal.

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    3. Never Let the Idiots Win

    Ellen starts a hunting course and meets Matteo, while Alex feels that Ellen is slipping further away. Alva and Nico both receive life-changing news. Polly pushes Ellen and Alva into a hurtful conflict.

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    2. Buddha the Bullshitter

    Ellen desperately tries to figure out what she really wants. Meanwhile, Alex is worried that she is going to leave him. Alva is entirely focused on the motherhood-to-come when she meets someone from her past.

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    1. Everybody Pees Themselves Sometimes

    Ellen realizes that she has no idea who she is anymore, and the sudden death of an anonymous colleague sends her into a fright. Alva and Nico are starting an IVF treatment, but Alva doubts if it will succeed.

Season 2

2025 · 8 episodes · Last episode: 1 year ago

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    8. Do You Want Anything Else?

    Finale

    Alva and Nico cut all ties; Nico wants to figure out if people can really change; Mona has a difficult decision to make; Alex attempts to get Jane to come clean.

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    7. One Hawaiian Is Ready!

    Nico and Angelica end up at a crossroads; Ellen comes across some confusing information; Alva has to make an important decision.

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    6. A Brad Pitt-Ish Person

    Ellen wants Alva to take Mona in, and a miracle brings them closer than ever; Alex's desire to be a logistics manager is tested.

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    5. Am I Not An Alpha Male?

    Ellen bursts out while also trying to reach Jack; Alex comes under pressure to cross a line; Alva and Ruben try to understand if there are any rules to the game; Nico focuses on being a dad.

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    4. Should I Shoot Him?

    Ellen and Mona go on a hunting trip; Alex's situation affects Ellen; Alva gets to know Ruben; Nico and Angelica start growing closer.

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    3. It's Just One Person, What The Hell Does He Know?

    Alva pushes Nico away but doesn't realise until it might be too late; Alex sees a new side of Jane; Mona questions how Ellen doing.

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    2. Once Upon A Time There Was A Girl Called Malala

    Nico wants Alva to build a family again; Alva gets a career opportunity she has been hoping for; Ellen wants Mona to see her as a perfect feminist; Alex and his boss start getting friendlier.

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    1. Did You Shave Your Cock?

    When Mona returns, Ellen finds it hard to connect with her, knowing that she abandoned her once; Alex's new boss appreciates him; Alva and Nico attempt to move forward.

Cast & crew

Created by Tove Eriksen Hillblom and Maria Nygren

  • Emefa Hetcheli

    Emefa Hetcheli

    Amandas kompis

  • Göran Ragnerstam

    Göran Ragnerstam

    Henri

  • Chatarina Larsson

    Chatarina Larsson

    Polly

  • Linn Eriksson

    Säljare

  • Max Tjernström

    Jack

  • Vide Stenberg Linnemihl

    Hugo

  • Marley Ullberg Hartzberg

    Nora

  • Tone Ullberg

    Anna

  • Lina Ljungqvist

    Sara

  • Isabelle Pedone

    Nadine

  • Caroline Bondhus Lindgren

    Elsa

  • Thérèse Svensson

    Gina

  • Maia Hansson Bergqvist

    Maia Hansson Bergqvist

    Andrea

  • Lucas Krüger

    Dmitri

  • Merwa Abdulrahman

    Faduma

  • Francisco Sobrado

    Francisco Sobrado

    Snyggläkaren

Meaning of Life FAQ

Will there be new episodes of Meaning of Life?

Meaning of Life has ended, so no new episodes are scheduled. The final episode aired on June 29, 2025.

When did the latest episode of Meaning of Life come out?

The most recent episode of Meaning of Life, Season 2 Episode 8 "Do You Want Anything Else?", aired on June 29, 2025.

How many seasons of Meaning of Life are there?

Meaning of Life has 2 seasons with 16 episodes in total.

When did Meaning of Life first air?

Meaning of Life first aired on Viaplay on December 11, 2022.

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