The Copenhagen Test
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| Created by | Thomas Brandon |
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| Composer | Nathan Micay |
| Country of origin | United States |
| Original language | English |
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| Network | Peacock |
The Copenhagen Test is an upcoming American science fiction spy thriller television series created by Thomas Brandon. The series is executive produced by James Wan for Peacock and stars Simu Liu and Melissa Barrera.
The series is scheduled to premiere on December 27, 2025, and will consist of eight episodes.
Premise
In the near future, an intelligence agent is hacked and must prove his allegiance.[1]
Cast
Main
- Simu Liu as Alexander Hale
- Melissa Barrera as Michelle
- Sinclair Daniel as Parker
- Brian d'Arcy James as John Moira
- Mark O'Brien as Cobb
- Kathleen Chalfant as St. George
Recurring
- Sara Amini as Ellie
- Saul Rubinek as Victor Simonek
- Hannah Cruz as Rachel Kasperian
Episodes
| No. | Title | Directed by | Written by [2] | Original release date [3] |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | "Copenhagen" | Jet Wilkinson[3] | Thomas Brandon | December 27, 2025 |
| 2 | "Glass House" | Jet Wilkinson[3] | Thomas Brandon | December 27, 2025 |
| 3 | TBA | TBA | Jamie Chan | December 27, 2025 |
| 4 | TBA | TBA | Adam Benic | December 27, 2025 |
| 5 | TBA | TBA | Marilyn Fu | December 27, 2025 |
| 6 | TBA | TBA | Hannah Rosner | December 27, 2025 |
| 7 | TBA | TBA | Jennifer Yale & Monica Buccini | December 27, 2025 |
| 8 | TBA | TBA | Thomas Brandon | December 27, 2025 |
Production
Development
The espionage techno-thriller series was picked up by Peacock in February 2024.[4] Thomas Brandon serves as creator, writer and executive producer for the series alongside co-showrunner and executive producer Jennifer Yale. James Wan, Michael Clear and Rob Hackett are executive producers for Atomic Monster, with Simu Liu also an executive producer. Mark Winemaker and Jet Wilkinson serves as executive producer, with Wilkinson directing the first two episodes.[5]
The cast is led by Simu Liu and Melissa Barrera and includes Sinclair Daniel, Brian d'Arcy James, Mark O'Brien and Kathleen Chalfant as series regulars.[6] In October, the title of the series had been revealed as Copenhagen.[7] In November, Sara Amini joined the cast in a major recurring role as Ellie.[8] Saul Rubinek revealed the next month.[9]
Filming
Principal photography began on October 21, 2024, in Toronto, and wrapped on March 11, 2025.[7][10]
Release
The Copenhagen Test is scheduled to premiere on December 27, 2025, and will consist of eight episodes.[11][12]
References
- ^ Otterson, Joe (October 2, 2024). "Melissa Barrera, Brian d'Arcy James Among 5 Cast in Simu Liu Espionage Thriller Series at Peacock". Variety. Archived from the original on October 3, 2024. Retrieved October 3, 2024.
- ^ "The Copenhagen Test". Writers Guild of America. Retrieved December 9, 2025.
- ^ a b c Porter, Rick (December 8, 2025). "Simu Liu's Brain Has Been Hacked in Peacock's 'Copenhagen Test' Trailer". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved December 9, 2025.
- ^ Otterson, Joe (February 14, 2024). "Simu Liu, James Wan Team for Espionage Thriller Series at Peacock". Variety. Retrieved October 3, 2024.
- ^ Cordero, Rosy (October 2, 2024). "Melissa Barrera & Sinclair Daniel Among Five Joining Peacock's James Wan-Simu Liu Series". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved October 3, 2024.
- ^ Knolle, Sharon (October 2, 2024). "Melissa Barrera, Brian d'Arcy James Join Simu Liu in Peacock Thriller Series From James Wan". The Wrap. Archived from the original on October 3, 2024. Retrieved October 3, 2024.
- ^ a b Geisinger, Gabriella (October 15, 2024). "James Wan's 'Copenhagen' starring Simu Liu sets Toronto production". Kemps Film and TV Production Services Handbook. Retrieved October 15, 2024.
- ^ Petski, Denise (November 25, 2024). "Sara Amini Joins James Wan/Simu Liu's Peacock Series Copenhagen". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved November 25, 2024.
- ^ Campione, Katie (December 16, 2024). "Saul Rubinek Boards James Wan & Simu Liu's Untitled Peacock Espionage Thriller As Recurring". Deadline Hollywood. Archived from the original on December 16, 2024. Retrieved December 16, 2024.
- ^ Kaukawala, Sakina (March 11, 2025). "James Wan's Thriller Copenhagen Starring Simu Liu and Melissa Barrera Wraps Filming; Here's What to Expect". Pinkvilla. Retrieved March 27, 2025.
- ^ Cordero, Rosy (October 12, 2025). "Simu Liu & Melissa Barrera-Led 'The Copenhagen Test' Sets Premiere Date & Drops Teaser And Photos". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved October 12, 2025.
- ^ "The Copenhagen Test - WorldScreenings". WorldScreenings. Retrieved October 12, 2025.