The Last Viking 2025
What is The Last Viking?
The Last Viking is a 2025 film directed by Anders Thomas Jensen. The film is a black comedy and stars Nikolaj Lie Kaas and Mads Mikkelsen.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2025
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 116 minutes
- Release date
- Oct 9, 2025
- Original language
- DA
- Origin
- Denmark, Sweden
- Studios
- Zentropa Entertainments, Film i Väst, Zentropa International Sweden
- Genres
- Comedy, Crime, Drama
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Overview
The Last Viking is a 2025 film directed by Anders Thomas Jensen. The film is a black comedy and stars Nikolaj Lie Kaas and Mads Mikkelsen. It had its world premiere out of competition at the 82nd Venice International Film Festival. The Last Viking is a Danish film, and it is Anders Thomas Jensen's sixth long-meter film with Mads Mikkelsen. The film's runtime is 1 hour and 56 minutes, and it belongs to the comedy, crime, and drama genres.
Should you watch it?
“An ex-convict and his brother embark on a journey to recover hidden stolen money.”
- compelling character dynamics
- emotional journey
- slow pacing
- heavy subject matter
Watch it if you enjoy character-focused dramas about family bonds and redemption.
The film contains mature themes regarding mental illness and criminal history.
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Who is the protagonist?
The protagonist is Anker, a man recently released from prison.
What is the main conflict?
Anker must find stolen money that his brother knows the location of but has forgotten.
How long was Anker in prison?
Anker served fourteen years for robbery.
What is Manfred's condition?
Manfred is described as mentally ill.
What is the goal of the journey?
The brothers travel to recover the loot and confront their own identities.