Michael Nyqvist

Born:November 8, 1960

Place of Birth:Stockholm, Stockholms län, Sweden

Died:June 27, 2017

Known For:Acting

Biography

Michael Nyqvist, born Rolf Åke Mikael Nyqvist, was a talented Swedish actor who graced the screens with his captivating performances. With a strong foundation in acting from the School of Drama in Malmö, Nyqvist embarked on a remarkable career that left a lasting impact on the film industry. His portrayal of police officer Banck in the Martin Beck films and his leading role in "Grabben i graven bredvid" showcased his versatility and depth as an actor.

However, it was Nyqvist's international breakthrough that truly solidified his status as a remarkable talent. Starring as Mikael Blomkvist in the Millennium series, he brought a complex and compelling character to life, earning praise from audiences and critics alike. His portrayal of the lead villains in "Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol" and "John Wick" further demonstrated his ability to captivate viewers with his powerful on-screen presence.

In 2004, Nyqvist took on the leading role in the Academy Award-nominated Best Foreign Film, "As It Is in Heaven," showcasing his range and skill as an actor. His dedication to his craft and his ability to embody diverse characters set him apart in the film industry. Nyqvist's performances were marked by authenticity and depth, drawing audiences into the worlds he created on screen.

Beyond his on-screen work, Nyqvist was known for his professionalism and commitment to his roles. His passion for storytelling and his ability to convey emotion with subtlety and nuance made him a sought-after actor in the industry. Whether portraying a hero, a villain, or a complex protagonist, Nyqvist brought a sense of authenticity and humanity to his characters.

Tragically, Nyqvist's passing in 2017 left a void in the film world, as fans mourned the loss of a talented actor whose contributions to cinema will always be remembered. His legacy lives on through his body of work, which continues to inspire and entertain audiences around the globe. Nyqvist's impact on the film industry serves as a testament to his talent and dedication to his craft, leaving behind a lasting imprint on the world of cinema.

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Filmography

Acting

Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol

Hendricks

2011

Ethan Hunt and his team are racing against time to track down a dangerous terrorist named Hendricks, who has gained access to Russian nuclear launch codes and is planning a strike on the United States. An attempt to stop him ends in an explosion causing severe destruction to the Kremlin and the IMF to be implicated in the bombing, forcing the President to disavow them. No longer being aided by the government, Ethan and his team chase Hendricks around the globe, although they might still be too late to stop a disaster.

John Wick

Viggo Tarasov

2014

Ex-hitman John Wick comes out of retirement to track down the gangsters that took everything from him.

Hunter Killer

Captain Andropov

2018

Captain Glass of the USS Arkansas discovers that a coup d'état is taking place in Russia, so he and his crew join an elite group working on the ground to prevent a war.

The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo

Mikael Blomkvist

2009

Swedish thriller based on Stieg Larsson's novel about a male journalist and a young female hacker. In the opening of the movie, Mikael Blomkvist, a middle-aged publisher for the magazine Millennium, loses a libel case brought by corrupt Swedish industrialist Hans-Erik Wennerström. Nevertheless, he is hired by Henrik Vanger in order to solve a cold case, the disappearance of Vanger's niece

Abduction

Nikola Kozlow

2011

For many years, Nathan Harper has had the uneasy feeling that life with his family isn't quite what it seems. As he draws closer to uncovering the truth, he is hunted by assassins, forcing him to flee with his neighbor, Karen, the only person he can trust.

Europa Report

Andrei Blok

2013

A crew of international astronauts are sent on a private mission to Jupiter's fourth moon.

Colonia

Paul Schäfer

2015

A young woman's desperate search for her abducted boyfriend draws her into the infamous Colonia Dignidad, a sect nobody ever escaped from.

A Hidden Life

Bishop Joseph Fliessen

2019

Austrian farmer Franz Jägerstätter faces the threat of execution for refusing to fight for the Nazis during World War II.

The Girl Who Played with Fire

Mikael Blomkvist

2009

Mikael Blomkvist, publisher of Millennium magazine, has made his living exposing the crooked and corrupt practices of establishment Swedish figures. So when a young journalist approaches him with a meticulously researched thesis about sex trafficking in Sweden and those in high office who abuse underage girls, Blomkvist immediately throws himself into the investigation.

The Girl Who Kicked the Hornet's Nest

Mikael Blomkvist

2009

After taking a bullet to the head, Salander is under close supervision in a hospital and is set to face trial for attempted murder on her eventual release. With the help of journalist Mikael Blomkvist and his researchers at Millennium magazine, Salander must prove her innocence. In doing this she plays against powerful enemies and her own past.

Disconnect

Stephen Schumacher

2013

A hard-working lawyer, attached to his cell phone, can't find the time to communicate with his family. An estranged couple uses the internet as a means to escape from their lifeless marriage. A widowed ex-cop struggles to raise a mischievous son who cyber-bullies a classmate. An ambitious journalist sees a career-making story in a teen that performs on an adult-only site. They are strangers, neighbors and colleagues and their stories collide as ordinary people struggling to connect in today's wired world.

The Girl King

Chancellor Axel Oxenstierna

2015

A portrait of the brilliant, extravagant Kristina of Sweden, queen from age six, who fights the conservative forces that are against her ideas to modernize Sweden and who have no tolerance for her awakening sexuality.

Production

John Wick: Chapter 3 - Parabellum

In Memory Of

2019

Super-assassin John Wick returns with a $14 million price tag on his head and an army of bounty-hunting killers on his trail. After killing a member of the shadowy international assassin’s guild, the High Table, John Wick is excommunicado, but the world’s most ruthless hit men and women await his every turn.