Mikkel Boe Følsgaard
ActorDenmark
Birth : 1 May 1984 (Rønne, Denmark)
Career : 28 years
Age : 40 years
Born in 1984 in Rønne, Denmark, Mikkel Boe Følsgaard is a Danish actor who rose to prominence with his portrayal of King Christian VII in “Royal Affair“, a role for which he received the Silver Bear for Best Actor at the 2012 Berlinale while still a student. Since then, he has established himself as one of the leading figures in contemporary Danish cinema, with notable roles in “The Forgotten“, “The Rain“, “Borgen“, and “Le Comte de Monte-Cristo“.
He combines careers in cinema, television and theater.
PRESENCES AT THE JURY
Biography
Mikkel Boe Følsgaard was born on May 1, 1984, in Rønne, on the island of Bornholm in Denmark. It was thanks to his grandfather that he took his first steps in front of the camera, in the television series “Bryggeren” in 1997. Passionate about theater since high school, he joined the Statens Teaterskole in Copenhagen in 2008, where he developed a demanding approach to his profession, alongside his first roles on stage.
In 2012, while still a student, he landed the lead role in Nikolaj Arcel’s “Royal Affair“, where he played King Christian VII. This first film role earned him the Silver Bear for Best Actor at the Berlin Film Festival. He became a rising star of European cinema.
He then landed roles in notable films such as “The Forgotten” by Martin Zandvliet, “Rosita“, “Walk With Me” and “A Perfect Family“. On television, he became known to the general public with the series “The Heirs“, “The Rain” (Netflix), “Borgen” and “October“. He also stars in “Le Comte de Monte-Cristo” (2024) by Bille August.
Følsgaard also remains faithful to Danish theater, performing in Shakespearean plays and contemporary adaptations. He has been married to Freja Friis since 2016, with whom he has two children.
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Filmography
🎬 Cinema – Feature films
- 2024 – Le Comte de Monte-Cristo
Rôle : Gérard de Villefort
Synopsis : Bille August presents an ambitious new adaptation of Alexandre Dumas’s novel. Følsgaard plays a previously undisclosed role in this international production. - 2023 – Ehrengard: Forførelsens kunst (Ehrengard: The Art of Seduction)
Rôle : Cazotte
Synopsis : In this period romantic comedy, a seduction expert is tasked with teaching a shy prince about love, but falls in love himself. - 2020 – Vores mand i Amerika (The Good Traitor)
Synopsis : Historical drama about Danish ambassador Henrik Kauffmann, who defied the Nazi government during World War II. - 2020 – En helt almindelig familie (A Perfectly Normal Family)
Rôle : Thomas / Agnete
Synopsis : A father announces his gender transition to his family. Følsgaard delivers a sensitive performance in this intimate portrait of a family in turmoil. - 2017 – Den bedste mand (Pound for Pound)
Rôle : Jørgen Hansen
Synopsis : A biopic inspired by the life of Danish boxer Jørgen “Gamle” Hansen, chronicling his career and his fights both inside and outside the ring. - 2017 – Du forsvinder (You Disappear)
Rôle : The prosecutor
Synopsis : A man is accused of embezzlement. The defense claims a brain tumor. Følsgaard plays the prosecutor in charge of the case. - 2017 – De standhaftige (Walk with Me)
Rôle : Thomas
Synopsis : An amputee soldier learns to live and love again. Følsgaard plays the main character with intensity. - 2016 – Fuglene over sundet (Across the Waters)
Rôle : Jørgen
Synopsis : The true story of a Danish Jewish family fleeing the Nazis in 1943. Følsgaard plays the father in this dramatic odyssey. - 2016 – Den allvarsamma leken (A Serious Game)
Rôle : Carl Lidner
Synopsis : In early 20th-century Stockholm, a journalist falls in love with a married woman. Følsgaard plays a romantic rival in this passionate drama. - 2015 – Sommeren ’92 (Été 1992)
Rôle : Kim Vilfort
Synopsis : The story of Denmark’s surprise victory at Euro 1992. Følsgaard plays footballer Kim Vilfort, a national hero despite personal tragedy. - 2015 – Rosita
Rôle : Johannes
Synopsis : When an immigrant woman is invited to Denmark to marry a man, it is her son who falls in love with her. Følsgaard plays this torn son. - 2015 – Under sandet (Les Oubliés / Land of Mine)
Rôle : Lieutenant Ebbe Jensen
Synopsis : After World War II, young German soldiers are forced to defuse mines. Følsgaard plays the officer in charge. - 2013 – Kvinden i buret (Miséricorde / The Keeper of Lost Causes)
Rôle : Uffe Lynggaard
Synopsis : A crime thriller adapted from the book series by Jussi Adler-Olsen. Følsgaard plays a supporting role in a cold case. - 2012 – En kongelig affære (A Royal Affair)
Rôle : King Christian VII
Synopsis : A critical triumph, this Danish historical drama chronicles the relationship between the mad King Christian VII, his wife Caroline Mathilde, and the physician Struensee. Følsgaard received the Silver Bear for Best Actor at the Berlinale for his role.
🎭 Theater
- 2012 – Roméo og Julie
Rôle : Mercutio
Synopsis : A contemporary adaptation of Shakespeare’s tragedy. Følsgaard plays the insolent and charismatic Mercutio. - 2010 – Mænd der hader kvinder (Men who didn’t like women)
Synopsis : Stage version of the novel by Stieg Larsson. - 2010 – Melampe
Rôle : Sganerel
Synopsis : A comic play performed at Grønnegårds Teatret. - 2010 – Metamorphoser
Synopsis : School work exploring transformation and myth.
📺 Television – Series
- 2022 – Borgen – Riget, Magten og Æren (Borgen – A woman in power)
Rôle : Asger Holm Kirkegaard
Synopsis : A senior official in charge of Greenlandic affairs, he finds himself embroiled in a diplomatic crisis. His role illustrates the geopolitical tensions linked to climate and resources. - 2021 – Kastanjemanden (Octobre / The Chestnut Man)
Rôle : Mark Hess
Synopsis : Danish thriller on Netflix. An investigator hunts for a serial killer who leaves a chestnut tree figurine near the bodies. Følsgaard forms a charismatic duo with Danica Curcic. - 2018 – Selfiestan
Rôle : Sandy
Synopsis : Satirical series on the excesses of influencers. - 2018–2020 – The Rain
Rôle : Martin
Synopsis : Netflix post-apocalyptic series. Følsgaard plays a former soldier turned protector and guide in a world ravaged by a rain-borne virus. - 2014–2017 – Arvingerne (Les Héritiers / The Legacy)
Rôle : Emil Grønnegaard
Synopsis : After the death of a famous artist, her children are torn apart over her legacy. Følsgaard plays the rebellious and emotional son. - 2013 – Dicte
Rôle : Cato Vinding
Synopsis : Danish crime series following a journalist. Følsgaard appears in an intense episode. - 2011 – Den som dræber (Traque en série / Those Who Kill)
Rôle : Oleg
Synopsis : Psychological detective series. Følsgaard plays a troubled character in a dark episode. - 1997 – Bryggeren
Rôle : Carl Jacobsen (child)
Synopsis : Historical miniseries about the Carlsberg brewing dynasty. Følsgaard’s first screen appearance was at the age of 13.
FILMS AT THE FESTIVAL
Awards
Reviews
“I want to tell stories, embody characters, and entertain the audience. It doesn’t matter what genre the film is, as long as the story fascinates me.”
Mikkel Boe Følsgaard – Cafébabel.
“Two days after receiving the Silver Bear, I returned to school. This award didn’t change me, but it did give me opportunities.”
Mikkel Boe Følsgaard – Cafébabel.
“When I speak another language, I feel different. The viewer should feel it.”
Mikkel Boe Følsgaard – Cafébabel.
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