Bjørn Sundquist: Movies & Box Office
- films
- 58
- on screen
- 1979–2025
- box office
- $53.8M
- average score
- 65
- Born
- June 16, 1948 (age 78)
- Birthplace
- Hammerfest, Norway
- Full name
- Bjørn Richard Sundquist
- Citizenship
- Norwegian
- Occupations
- Actor
- Years active
- 1979-present
The Best Bjørn Sundquist Movies
The highest-rated films Bjørn Sundquist is credited on, by the Movie Echo Score that blends critic reviews, audience ratings and lasting impact. Wild Men (2022) scores highest, at 73. The full ranking adds the biggest box office hits and the most awarded films.
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Movie Echo Score: Score 73 Wild Men 2022 · Øyvind -
Movie Echo Score: Score 72 Spermageddon 2024 · Prof. Saltsmak (voice) -
Movie Echo Score: Score 70 Handling the Undead 2024 · Mahler -
Movie Echo Score: Score 65 Mr. K 2025 · Chef -
Movie Echo Score: Score 57 Mr. K 2024 · Chef -
Movie Echo Score: Score 50 Three Wishes for Cinderella 2021 · Alfred
Bjørn Sundquist's Career in Numbers
Bjørn Sundquist's films in numbers — as an actor, not counting appearances as themselves: when they were made, the genres Bjørn Sundquist works in most and the milestones along the way. The filmography runs from The Crown Prince (1979) to Mr. K (2025), and the 1990s were the busiest decade.
Bjørn Sundquist Movies by Decade
- 1970s 1
- 1980s 7
- 1990s 17
- 2000s 13
- 2010s 13
- 2020s 7
The 1990s were Bjørn Sundquist's busiest decade, with 17 films.
Bjørn Sundquist Movies by Genre
- Drama 20
- Comedy 14
- Thriller 4
- Fantasy 3
- Animation 3
- Family 3
- Mystery 2
- Adventure 2
- Action 1
- Romance 1
Drama is the genre Bjørn Sundquist has worked in most, with 20 films, ahead of comedy (14).
Bjørn Sundquist Career Milestones
- First film
- The Crown Prince 1979
- Biggest box office hit
- Shipwrecked $15.1M worldwide
- Best-rated film
- Wild Men Movie Echo Score 73
- Newest film
- Mr. K 2025
Bjørn Sundquist Filmography: Every Movie
Every film Bjørn Sundquist is credited on, newest first, with the role, the box office and the Movie Echo Score. Rated films average a score of 65. Re-order the list to see the best-rated films or the biggest hits first.
- 2025
Mr. K as Chef · Comedy Worldwide box office: $154K Movie Echo Score: 65 - 2024
Mr. K as Chef · Fantasy Movie Echo Score: 57 - 2024
Spermageddon as Prof. Saltsmak (voice) · Comedy Worldwide box office: $2.23M Movie Echo Score: 72 - 2024
Handling the Undead as Mahler · Drama Worldwide box office: $261K Movie Echo Score: 70 - 2022
Wild Men as Øyvind · Comedy Worldwide box office: $94.2K Movie Echo Score: 73 - 2021
Three Wishes for Cinderella as Alfred · Fantasy Worldwide box office: $5.35M Movie Echo Score: 50 - 2020
Ella Bella Bingo as Ice Cream Salesman (voice) · Animation Worldwide box office: $1.35M - 2017
Oskar’s America as Helmer · Family Worldwide box office: $58.2K - 2015
Autumn Fall as Jørn · Drama - 2015
Two Buddies and a Badger as Alfred (voice) · Animation Worldwide box office: $2.47M - 2014
Here Is Harold as Harold · Comedy Worldwide box office: $298K - 2013
JerryMaya’s Detective Agency – von Broms’ Secret as Gösta Pomerans · Family - 2013
Bold Eagles as Politimesteren (voice) · Animation Worldwide box office: $2.22M - 2012
Journey to the Christmas Star as Nordavinden · Fantasy Worldwide box office: $7.42M - 2011
Beyond the Border as Egil · Action Worldwide box office: $241K - 2010
Shameless as Rektor · Drama Worldwide box office: $204K - 2010
En helt vanlig dag på jobben as Sputnik · Romance Worldwide box office: $369K - 2010
Kurt Josef Wagle and the Legend of the Fjord Witch as Toill Kåre · Horror Worldwide box office: $332K - 2010
Empty Barrels as Arve · Comedy Worldwide box office: $1.68M - 2010
Ploddy the Police Car Makes a Splash as Politimesteren (voice) · Family Worldwide box office: $1.88M - 2009
The Storm in My Heart as Eivind · Drama Worldwide box office: $728K - 2008
The Last Joint Venture as Stalin Knudsen · Mystery Worldwide box office: $1.99M - 2008
The Kautokeino Rebellion as Niels Vibe Stockfleth · Drama Worldwide box office: $5.02M - 2007
Tommy as Kjell · Drama - 2006
Fridtjof’s Christmas as Presten · Comedy - 2004
The Homolulu Show as Henry · Comedy - 2004
My Jealous Barber as Frank · Drama Worldwide box office: $270K - 2003
Jonny Vang as Odvar · Drama Worldwide box office: $510K - 2002
Pelle Politibil as Politimester · Adventure - 2002
Falling Sky as Juni's Father · Comedy Worldwide box office: $856K - 2002
I Am Dina as Prosecutor · Drama Worldwide box office: $2.69M - 2001
You Really Got Me as Miki · Drama - 2000
Sleepwalker as Inspector Jacobsen · Mystery - 1999
Eva’s Eye as Konrad Sejer · Thriller - 1998
Bloody Angels as Bartender · Thriller Worldwide box office: $6.51K - 1997
Blessed Are Those Who Thirst as Billy T. · Thriller - 1997
Junk Mail as Stein · Comedy - 1997
Hammarkullen as Balloon man · Comedy - 1996
The Other Side of Sunday as Johannes · Comedy Worldwide box office: $4.77K - 1995
Zero Kelvin as Jakob Holm · Drama Worldwide box office: $10.5K - 1995
Pan as Mr. Mack · Drama - 1994
Eating Out as Parkas · Drama - 1994
Cross My Heart and Hope to Die as Bulken · Drama - 1994
Brødrene Dal og legenden om Atlant-is Comedy - 1993
The Last Lieutenant as Krogh · Drama - 1993
The Telegraphist as Levion · Comedy - 1992
Svarte pantere as Cop · Drama - 1992
The Warrior’s Heart as Karl Simonnæs · War - 1990
Shipwrecked as Mr. Håkonsen · Adventure Worldwide box office: $15.1M - 1990
Death at Oslo Central as Skånseth · Drama - 1989
A Handful of Time as Daniel · Drama - 1989
The Dive as Gunnar · Thriller - 1988
Sweetwater as Felix · Sci-Fi - 1987
Etter Rubicon as Journalist Elvenes · Drama - 1987
The Feldmann Case as Arnfinn Madsen · Crime - 1986
Nattseilere as Julius · Drama - 1985
Something Completely Different as Kirketjener · Comedy - 1979
The Crown Prince as Roald
Who Is Bjørn Sundquist?
Bjørn Sundquist was born in Hammerfest, Norway in 1948 and is 78 years old. Credited on films since 1979, as an actor. The background, training and the roles that shaped the career.
Bjørn Sundquist, born Bjørn Richard Sundquist on 16 June 1948 in Hammerfest, is one of Norway’s most prolific and respected actors, whose career spans over four decades across stage, television, and film. From his early days at Det Norske Teatret and Nationaltheatret in Oslo, he quickly distinguished himself with a remarkable range, tackling classical roles such as Merlin and Hamlet while also embracing contemporary Norwegian drama. His Sami heritage on his mother’s side has informed his artistic sensibility, adding a cultural depth that resonates in many of his performances, especially those dealing with northern narratives. Sundquist gained national acclaim when he received the Honorary Amanda Award in 2000, becoming the youngest recipient of Norway’s highest cinematic honour at just 52, a record only narrowly surpassed by Liv Ullmann. In television, he became synonymous with the crime‑drama genre, notably winning a Gullruten and another Amanda for his portrayal of police chief Inspector Konrad Sejer in the critically lauded Sejer miniseries, a role that cemented his status as a household name. His extensive filmography includes titles ranging from the cult horror Dead Snow (2009) to the internationally noted Hansel and Gretel: Witch Hunters (2013), and recent projects such as The Battle of Oslo (2025), demonstrating his versatility and enduring appeal. Frequently described with a touch of humour as “the actor who appears in every Norwegian movie,” Sundquist’s ability to embody both heroic and deeply flawed characters has made him a cornerstone of Norway’s cultural landscape. Beyond his on‑screen work, he remains an influential figure in theatre, mentoring younger talent and championing the inclusion of Sami stories in mainstream Norwegian art.*
Who Bjørn Sundquist Makes Movies With
The actors and directors Bjørn Sundquist shares the most films with. Gard B. Eidsvold comes first, with 11 films together, followed by Nils Ole Oftebro (6).
Bjørn Sundquist: Questions & Answers
How many movies Bjørn Sundquist has made, the biggest hit, the best-rated film, the award record and more, answered from the filmography above.
How many movies has Bjørn Sundquist been in?
Bjørn Sundquist is credited on 58 films, from 1979 to 2025. The filmography on this page lists every one of them, newest first, with the role and the Movie Echo Score.
What is Bjørn Sundquist's highest-grossing movie?
Shipwrecked (1990) is Bjørn Sundquist's biggest box office hit, with $15.1M worldwide, ahead of Journey to the Christmas Star (2012) ($7.42M). Across every film with box office figures, Bjørn Sundquist's movies have made $53.8M.
Bjørn Sundquist's biggest hits What is the best Bjørn Sundquist movie?
By the Movie Echo Score, which blends critic reviews, audience ratings and lasting impact, Bjørn Sundquist's best-rated film is Wild Men (2022) with a score of 73, followed by Spermageddon (2024) (72).
Best Bjørn Sundquist movies, ranked How old is Bjørn Sundquist?
Bjørn Sundquist is 78 years old, born on June 16, 1948 in Hammerfest, Norway.
What is Bjørn Sundquist's newest movie?
The most recent film on Bjørn Sundquist's filmography is Mr. K (2025), in the role of Chef.
Who does Bjørn Sundquist work with most often?
Bjørn Sundquist shares the most films with Gard B. Eidsvold (11 films), Nils Ole Oftebro (6 films) and Bjørn Floberg (6 films).
The Best Bjørn Sundquist Movies, Ranked
Top rated, most awarded and biggest box office hits from 58 credits.
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