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The Ekhdal Family Celebrates Christmas

Episode number: 1

Overview: Young Alexander glimpses the supernatural before the scattered branches of his family gather at his grandmother's house for a traditional Christmas party. Contains the Prologue and First Act.

The Wraith

Episode number: 2

Overview: Alexander's family is torn apart by the death of his father and his mother's subsequent marriage to the icy priest Edvard Vergérus. Contains the Second Act.

The Breakup

Episode number: 3

Overview: Fanny and Alexander continue to suffer at the hands of their cruel stepfather while a series of ghosts pay visits to the living. Contains the Third Act.

The Summer's Events

Episode number: 4

Overview: Alexander makes up a story about his stepfather for which he gets brutally punished. Meanwhile Helena discusses with Gustav about his intentions for Maj. Contains the Fourth Act.

The Demons

Episode number: 5

Overview: Isak plots to rescue Fanny and Alexander from their stepfather. Contains the Fifth Act and Epilogue.