Alexander Skarsgård

Alexander Skarsgård

Born:25. august 1976

Place of Birth:Stockholm, Sweden

Known For:Acting

Biography

Alexander Skarsgård, born on August 25, 1976, in Stockholm, Sweden, is a versatile actor known for his captivating performances on both the small and big screens. Despite his early start in acting at the age of seven, Skarsgård took a break at 13 to explore other paths, including serving in the Swedish military. His journey back to the world of acting led him to his first US film role in the comedy "Zoolander," marking the beginning of his international career.

One of Skarsgård's notable roles came in 2008 when he portrayed the complex character of Marine Brad Colbert in the critically acclaimed miniseries "Generation Kill." However, it was his portrayal of the charismatic vampire Eric Northman in the hit television series "True Blood" from 2008 to 2014 that truly catapulted him to stardom and garnered him a dedicated fan base worldwide.

In addition to his television success, Skarsgård has made a significant impact in the world of cinema with memorable performances in films like "Melancholia," "Battleship," and "The Legend of Tarzan." His range as an actor was further showcased in the drama series "Big Little Lies," where he delivered a chilling portrayal of an abusive husband, earning him prestigious awards including a Primetime Emmy Award and a Golden Globe Award.

Skarsgård's talent continued to shine in recent years with his appearances in diverse projects such as "Long Shot," "Godzilla vs. Kong," "Passing," and "The Northman," where he demonstrated his ability to tackle varied roles with depth and authenticity. His portrayal of Randall Flagg in the miniseries "The Stand" further solidified his reputation as a versatile and compelling actor capable of bringing complex characters to life on screen.

With a commanding presence and a nuanced approach to his craft, Alexander Skarsgård has established himself as a respected figure in the entertainment industry, captivating audiences with his performances that range from intense and brooding to charming and enigmatic. As he continues to take on challenging roles and push the boundaries of his artistry, Skarsgård remains a talent to watch, leaving a lasting impression with each new project he undertakes.

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Filmografi

Skuespill

Infinity Pool

Infinity Pool

James Foster

2023

While staying at an isolated island resort, James and Em are enjoying a perfect vacation of pristine beaches, exceptional staff, and soaking up the sun. But guided by the seductive and mysterious Gabi, they venture outside the resort grounds and find themselves in a culture filled with violence, hedonism, and untold horror. A tragic accident leaves them facing a zero tolerance policy for crime: either you'll be executed, or, if you’re rich enough to afford it, you can watch yourself die instead.
Godzilla vs. Kong

Godzilla vs. Kong

Nathan Lind

2021

In a time when monsters walk the Earth, humanity’s fight for its future sets Godzilla and Kong on a collision course that will see the two most powerful forces of nature on the planet collide in a spectacular battle for the ages.
Zoolander

Zoolander

Meekus

2001

Clear the runway for Derek Zoolander, VH1's three-time male model of the year. His face falls when hippie-chic Hansel scooters in to steal this year's award. The evil fashion guru Mugatu seizes the opportunity to turn Derek into a killing machine. It's a well-designed conspiracy and only with the help of Hansel and a few well-chosen accessories like Matilda can Derek make the world safe for male models everywhere.
The Northman

The Northman

Amleth

2022

Prince Amleth is on the verge of becoming a man when his father is brutally murdered by his uncle, who kidnaps the boy's mother. Two decades later, Amleth is now a Viking who's on a mission to save his mother, kill his uncle and avenge his father.
Lee

Lee

Roland Penrose

2024

The true story of photographer Elizabeth "Lee" Miller, a fashion model who became an acclaimed war correspondent for Vogue magazine during World War II.
13

13

Jack

2010

A naive young man assumes a dead man's identity and finds himself embroiled in an underground world of power, violence, and chance where men gamble behind closed doors on the lives of other men.
Melancholia

Melancholia

Michael

2011

Justine and Michael are celebrating their marriage at a sumptuous party in the home of her sister Claire, and brother-in-law John. Despite Claire’s best efforts, the wedding is a fiasco, with family tensions mounting and relationships fraying. Meanwhile, a planet called Melancholia is heading directly towards Earth…
The Legend of Tarzan

The Legend of Tarzan

John Clayton / Tarzan

2016

Tarzan, having acclimated to life in London, is called back to his former home in the jungle to investigate the activities at a mining encampment.
Long Shot

Long Shot

Prime Minister James Steward

2019

Journalist Fred Flarsky reunites with his childhood crush, Charlotte Field, now one of the most influential women in the world. As she prepares to make a run for the Presidency, Charlotte hires Fred as her speechwriter — much to the dismay of her trusted advisers.
The Giver

The Giver

Father

2014

In a seemingly perfect community, without war, pain, suffering, differences or choice, a young boy is chosen to learn from an elderly man about the true pain and pleasure of the "real" world.
Hidden

Hidden

Ray

2015

A family takes refuge in a fallout shelter to avoid a dangerous outbreak.
The Aftermath

The Aftermath

Stefan Lubert

2019

In the aftermath of World War II, a British colonel and his wife are assigned to live in Hamburg during the post-war reconstruction, but tensions arise with the German widower who lives with them.
Straw Dogs

Straw Dogs

Charlie Venner

2011

A young couple moves to a quaint southern town. Soon their perfect getaway turns out to become a living hell when dark secrets and lethal passions spiral out of control.
The East

The East

Benji

2013

An operative for an elite private intelligence firm finds her priorities irrevocably changed after she is tasked with infiltrating an anarchist group known for executing covert attacks upon major corporations.
The Hummingbird Project

The Hummingbird Project

Anton Zaleski

2019

A pair of high-frequency traders go up against their old boss in an effort to make millions in a fiber-optic cable deal.
Mute

Mute

Leo Beiler

2018

A mute man with a violent past is forced to take on the teeming underworld of a near-future Berlin as he searches for his missing girlfriend.
Zoolander 2

Zoolander 2

Adam

2016

Derek and Hansel are modelling again when an opposing company attempts to take them out from the business.
Disconnect

Disconnect

Derek Hull

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.
Hold the Dark

Hold the Dark

Vernon Slone

2018

In the grim Alaskan winter, a naturalist hunts for wolves blamed for killing a local boy, but he soon finds himself swept into a chilling mystery.
The Diary of a Teenage Girl

The Diary of a Teenage Girl

Monroe Rutherford

2015

Minnie Goetze is a 15-year-old aspiring comic-book artist, coming of age in the haze of the 1970s in San Francisco. Insatiably curious about the world around her, Minnie is a pretty typical teenage girl. Oh, except that she’s sleeping with her mother’s boyfriend.

Produksjon

Infinity Pool

Infinity Pool

Executive Producer

2023

While staying at an isolated island resort, James and Em are enjoying a perfect vacation of pristine beaches, exceptional staff, and soaking up the sun. But guided by the seductive and mysterious Gabi, they venture outside the resort grounds and find themselves in a culture filled with violence, hedonism, and untold horror. A tragic accident leaves them facing a zero tolerance policy for crime: either you'll be executed, or, if you’re rich enough to afford it, you can watch yourself die instead.
The Northman

The Northman

Producer

2022

Prince Amleth is on the verge of becoming a man when his father is brutally murdered by his uncle, who kidnaps the boy's mother. Two decades later, Amleth is now a Viking who's on a mission to save his mother, kill his uncle and avenge his father.