'The Girl with the Needle': Where to Watch the Danish Horror Tale That’s Too Real
The movie was shot primarily in Poland.
The Girl with the Needle, the haunting new historical thriller inspired by the real-life crimes of Denmark’s notorious baby killer Dagmar Overbye, is already making waves among Scandi-noir fans. But if you’re wondering where to watch it, what language it’s in, or where exactly it was filmed — we’ve got you covered.
In Canada, you can stream The Girl with the Needle on MUBI, which has secured the film for multiple regions. It’s also available to rent or buy on platforms like Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, and Fandango At Home, offering options for both subscribers and one-time viewers. According to Reddit discussions, the film began its digital rollout back in late January, and MUBI has been the most consistent home for it so far.
Though the story is set in post–World War I Copenhagen, the film was primarily shot in Poland, with key locations in Kłodzko, Łódź, and Bystrzyca Kłodzka, whose historic architecture gave the film its haunting visual authenticity. Some scenes were also filmed in Sweden, further adding to the Nordic atmosphere.
The original language of the film is Danish, and it typically comes with subtitles in English, French, German, Spanish, and other major languages, depending on the platform. If you’re drawn to atmospheric period dramas with a sinister edge, The Girl with the Needle is well worth tracking down — just make sure the lights are off, and the volume is up.
