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Höjdhoppar’n (1981): Cast

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Höjdhoppar’n is a 1981 comedy directed by Lars Molin, starring Asko Sarkola as Erik 'Pinnen' Engman, Börje Ahlstedt and Torsten Lilliecrona. It runs 1 hour 35 minutes.

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Höjdhoppar’n (1981) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 35m (95 min)
Director
Lars Molin
Genre
Comedy
Original language
Swedish
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Höjdhoppar’n About?

The premise of Höjdhoppar’n without spoilers.

Erik Engman, 35, known as Pinnen, is the town’s eccentric who spends his days collecting trash and eating at the local nursing home. When invited to try the high jump at the sports field, he becomes obsessed, training daily. His relentless effort quickly propels him among the nation’s best, earning a spot at Stockholm Stadion.

Höjdhoppar’n Themes & Keywords

· 3 tags
  • high jump
  • fool
  • eastern europe
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Cast & crew

Höjdhoppar’n Cast & Characters

Asko Sarkola leads the cast as Erik 'Pinnen' Engman, with Börje Ahlstedt as Börje, Wrestler and Torsten Lilliecrona as Doctor. Directed by Lars Molin; 16 actors are credited in all.

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From the director

More from Lars Molin

More films directed by Lars Molin: Ivar Kreuger, The Potato Seller, Sommarmord and Saxofonhallicken.

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Cars

Cars in Höjdhoppar’n

20 cars on screen, including the 1979 Honda CB 125 T and the 1976 Citroën CX Kombi.

All 20 cars
  • 1979 Honda CB 125 T in Höjdhoppar’n 1979 Honda CB 125 T Important role
  • 1976 Citroën CX Kombi in Höjdhoppar’n 1976 Citroën CX Kombi Minor role
  • 1966 Mercedes-Benz W108 in Höjdhoppar’n 1966 Mercedes-Benz W108 Minor role
  • Mercedes-Benz O 309 T2 in Höjdhoppar’n Mercedes-Benz O 309 T2 Minor role
Details

Höjdhoppar’n Also Known As

Also known as “飞人传奇”.

Also known as
  • 飞人传奇

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Höjdhoppar’n FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Höjdhoppar’n, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Höjdhoppar’n?

Höjdhoppar’n runs 1 hour 35 minutes (95 minutes).

When was Höjdhoppar’n released?

Höjdhoppar’n was released on February 13, 1981.

Who directed Höjdhoppar’n?

Höjdhoppar’n was directed by Lars Molin.

More films by Lars Molin

Who is in the cast of Höjdhoppar’n?

Höjdhoppar’n stars Asko Sarkola as Erik 'Pinnen' Engman, Börje Ahlstedt as Börje, Wrestler and Torsten Lilliecrona as Doctor, among 16 credited actors.

Does Höjdhoppar’n have a post-credit scene?

No. Höjdhoppar’n has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Höjdhoppar’n in?

The original language of Höjdhoppar’n is Swedish.

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