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Karlsson on the Roof (2002): Cast & Box Office

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Karlsson on the Roof is a 2002 animated family film directed by Vibeke Idsøe, starring Börje Ahlstedt as Karlsson, Pernilla August and Margaretha Krook. It runs 1 hour 17 minutes and earned $1.9 million worldwide.

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Karlsson on the Roof (2002) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 17m (77 min)
Director
Vibeke Idsøe
Genres
Animation , Family
Original language
Swedish
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Karlsson on the Roof About?

The premise of Karlsson on the Roof without spoilers.

A striking, witty, and pleasantly plump man at the height of his life, Karlsson proudly displays a sign reading “The world’s best Karlsson.” Unabashedly confident, he isn’t shy about his talents—he can fly. One afternoon he swoops through the window of Little Brother’s bedroom, turning an ordinary day into an extraordinary encounter.

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Cast & crew

Karlsson on the Roof Cast & Characters

Börje Ahlstedt leads the cast as Karlsson, with Pernilla August as Mamma and Margaretha Krook as Hildur "Husbocken" Bock. Directed by Vibeke Idsøe; 9 actors are credited in all.

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From the director

More from Vibeke Idsøe

More films directed by Vibeke Idsøe: The Lion Woman, 37½ and Chasing the Kidneystone.

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Box office

Karlsson on the Roof Box Office

Karlsson on the Roof grossed $1.9 million worldwide.

2002 box office

Worldwide gross

$1.9M

International
$1.9M
Details

Karlsson on the Roof Also Known As

9 alternative titles, including “Карлсон, который живет на крыше” and “Nejbáječnější Karkulín na světě”.

Also known as
  • Карлсон, который живет на крыше
  • Nejbáječnější Karkulín na světě
  • Karlsson vom Dach
  • Karlsson på taget
  • Карлсон, який мешкає на даху
  • Karkulín ze střechy
  • 屋顶上的小飞人
  • Karlsons, kas dzīvo uz jumta
  • Katto-Kassinen

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Karlsson on the Roof FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, post-credit scenes and language of Karlsson on the Roof, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Karlsson on the Roof?

Karlsson on the Roof runs 1 hour 17 minutes (77 minutes).

When was Karlsson on the Roof released?

Karlsson on the Roof was released on September 27, 2002.

Who directed Karlsson on the Roof?

Karlsson on the Roof was directed by Vibeke Idsøe.

More films by Vibeke Idsøe

Who is in the cast of Karlsson on the Roof?

Karlsson on the Roof stars Börje Ahlstedt as Karlsson, Pernilla August as Mamma and Margaretha Krook as Hildur "Husbocken" Bock, among 9 credited actors.

How much did Karlsson on the Roof make at the box office?

Karlsson on the Roof grossed $1.9 million worldwide.

Does Karlsson on the Roof have a post-credit scene?

No. Karlsson on the Roof has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Karlsson on the Roof in?

The original language of Karlsson on the Roof is Swedish.

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