Nils Landgren
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- February 15, 1957 in Degerfors, Västerbottens län, Sweden
- Active Years
- 1974–2023 (50 Years)
- Total Credits
- 21 credits in database
Biography
Nils Landgren is an actor and composer born in Degerfors, Sweden. He began playing drums at age six and started playing the trombone at age 13. Between 1972 and 1978, he studied classical trombone at the music college in Karlstad under David Maytan and at the University in Arvika under Ingemar Roos. His transition from classical studies to improvisation was influenced by Swedish folk-jazz pioneer Bengt-Arne Wallin and trombonist Eje Thelin. As an actor and composer, Landgren is known for his work on Macken, Råttornas vinter, and The Slingshot. He has been married to Beatrice Järås since 1979. He is also known by the name Nisse Landgren and has 20 known credits in the film and television industry.
Career overview
Nils Landgren is a Swedish actor and composer born in Degerfors, Västerbottens län. His musical background began at age six with the drums, followed by the trombone at age 13. Between 1972 and 1978, he pursued classical trombone studies at the music college in Karlstad under the instruction of David Maytan, and at the University in Arvika with Ingemar Roos. His transition from classical music toward improvisation was influenced by his meetings with Swedish folk-jazz pioneer Bengt-Arne Wallin and trombonist Eje Thelin, which helped him develop his own musical approach.
In his professional career, Landgren has been credited for his work as an actor and composer in film and television. His known credits include appearances in the 1986 production Macken, the 1988 film Råttornas vinter, and the 1993 film The Slingshot. He is also known by the name Nisse Landgren. Outside of his professional endeavors, he has been married to Beatrice Järås since 1979.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
21 titles- Konsert Delux (2023) as Self
- China Moses, Nils Landgren, Salvador Sobral & Co Elbjazz Festival 2021 - Highlights (2021) as Self
- Nils Landgren Funk Unit & NDR Bigband - Jazz Baltica 2010 (2010)
- A Summer (2008) as Himself - Guest
- Doobidoo (2005) as Self
- Esbjorn Svensson Trio & Schelswig-Holstein Chamber Orchestra feat. Pat Metheny - Jazz Baltica (2003) as Self - Vocals
- Best Of Jazz Open 1998 (2003) as trombone, voce
- Så ska det låta (1997) as Self
- Lill-Babs 40 år som artist (1994) as Self
- Morgenmagazin (1992) as Self
- Rat Winter (1988) Original Music Composer
- På spåret (1987) as Tävlande
- Macken (1986) Theme Song Performance
- Sista svängen med gänget (1986) as Self
- Skifs på Börsen (1986) as Trombone
- Skifs på Börsen (1986) Musician
- Björn Skifs - På Hamburg Börs (1986) as Self - Trombone
- Hassel - Beskyddarna (1986) as Sten Sjöder
- Allsång på Skansen (1979) as Self - Guest
- 3 nach 9 (1974) as Self
- Nils Landgren Funk Unit: Elbjazz 2021 as Nils Landgren
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Nils Landgren best known for?
Nils Landgren is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Doobidoo (2005), Så ska det låta (1997), Morgenmagazin (1992), På spåret (1987).
When and where was Nils Landgren born?
Nils Landgren was born on February 15, 1957 in Degerfors, Västerbottens län, Sweden.
How many credits does Nils Landgren have?
Nils Landgren has accumulated over 21 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1974 to 2023.
What is Nils Landgren's background in cinema and television?
Nils Landgren is an actor and composer born in Degerfors, Sweden. He began playing drums at age six and started playing the trombone at age 13. Between 1972 and 1978, he studied classical trombone at the music college in Karlstad under David Maytan and at the University in Arvika under Ingemar Roos. His transition from...
Nils Landgren by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- 3 nach 9 (1974) as Self — aged about 17
- På spåret (1987) as Tävlande — aged about 30
- Så ska det låta (1997) as Self — aged about 40
- Doobidoo (2005) as Self — aged about 48
- Allsång på Skansen (1979) as Self - Guest — aged about 22
- Morgenmagazin (1992) as Self — aged about 35
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