999 Danish Films to Watch Now
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The Olsen Gang Sees RedMovie · 1976 · 100m · Family, Comedy, CrimeMastermind Egon and his team of expert robbers are hired for what seems like an easy job: steal an antique Chinese vase for a wealthy but financially struggling baron. Their detailed plan takes an unexpected turn when the nobleman betrays them.
Angered by the deception, Egon and his crew decide to get even. They plan to swap the valuable vase with a fake from Hong Kong. This sets off a series of daring heists as they navigate the baron's security and the opulent setting of Copenhagen's Royal Theater.
The team faces increasing danger as they try to pull off their elaborate scheme, evading both the baron and the police. Using their wits and humor, they must overcome challenges and outsmart their enemies in a thrilling race against time.IMDb 7.7TMDB 7.4 - 502
NeighborsMovie · 1966 · 93mOn a quiet road lined with villas, a long-standing feud between neighbors Gormsen and Sandelund escalates into open warfare. Sandelund, a meat wholesaler and capitalist, lives in a modern house with a flat roof. Gormsen, a dentist and communist, lives in a traditional half-timbered house with his much-younger wife. A third character, merchant Krause, begins as a small grocer and becomes increasingly successful throughout the story. Deeply religious and a member of the church council, he observes the conflict. The neighbors' teenage children find their parents' dispute amusing and foolish.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.1 - 503
BabyMovie · 2003In a bustling city, a group of young people chase sex, drugs, and wealth. Sisters Leni and Nova both yearn for love, but struggle to find it while defying societal norms with their impulsive natures. Nova, more daring than her sister, pushes boundaries until she crosses a line.IMDb 3.2TMDB 10.0 - 504
Once There Was a WarMovie · 1966 · 92mThe film follows fifteen-year-old Tim as he navigates the complexities of adolescence – his happiness, his sadness, and his first experience with love – against the backdrop of the German occupation of Denmark during World War II.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.1 - 505
The Olsen Gang's Big ScoreMovie · 1972 · 99m · Family, Comedy, CrimeEgon, a recently released criminal, plans a major heist: stealing over four million dollars from an armored car. He and his crew carefully hide the money. Their plan falls apart when two other criminals, Kongen and Knægten, steal the hidden cash. They enjoy the money at a luxury hotel, unaware the suitcase keeps changing hands. The story culminates when Kongen's daughter runs away with the fortune, disrupting their plans and creating unexpected problems.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.7 - 506
The Olsen Gang Runs AmokMovie · 1973 · 100m · Family, Comedy, CrimeEgon Olsen is released from prison and immediately begins planning his next heist. His usual partners, Benny and Kjeld, have decided to leave his criminal life behind and are working a regular job. But Egon is undeterred and sets his sights on making a quick profit from an international gangster, leading to a new adventure full of clever schemes and surprises.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.9 - 507
The Goldcabbage FamilyMovie · 1975The family, originally named Iversen, adopted the name Gyldenkål to escape a history of trouble with the IRS, loan sharks, and employers. They then use elaborate schemes to create an image of wealth and respectability within their community.IMDb 5.9TMDB 5.5 - 508
The Goldcabbage Family Breaks the BankMovie · 1976 · 80mThe second film in the series follows the ambitious Gyldenkål family as they've achieved social prominence. However, unexpected demands from the tax authorities threaten a forced auction, leading them to plan their most audacious scheme yet: defrauding Fidusbanken.IMDb 5.4TMDB 4.8 - 509
The Goldcabbage Family Gets the VoteMovie · 1977 · 81mThis is the concluding chapter of the Gyldenkål trilogy. Facing financial hardship, Charles Gyldenkål chooses to enter politics. He runs an unorthodox campaign and is ultimately elected to the city council, where he holds the crucial vote that determines the next mayor.IMDb 5.2TMDB 4.6 - 510
Old MaidsMovie · 1966 · 99mBettina Eriksen, who manages her Uncle Teodor's nursing home, finds herself wrongly accused of murder. To clear her name, she teams up with two elderly women to uncover the killer and discover their reason for doing it.IMDb 6.6TMDB 10.0 - 511
The DolphinMovie · 1987 · 108mIn an Amazonian legend, a Brazilian fishing village experiences a monthly visitor during the full moon: the Dolphin, who transforms into a woman to charm women and alienate men. She becomes romantically involved with the fisherman's daughter, resulting in a child. The Dolphin repeatedly seeks her out, even after she marries, angering her husband who wants to eliminate the mysterious figure.IMDb 6.0TMDB 6.1 - 512
Girls at ArmsMovie · 1975 · 110mThis comedy follows Marianne, who enlists in the Danish army to continue a family tradition, a decision met with resistance from both her brother and her boyfriend. They struggle to understand her choice.IMDb 6.0TMDB 5.1 - 513
Girls at Arms 2Movie · 1976 · 101mHermann works at NATO headquarters in Brussels and is only home on weekends. He's a bit of a chauvinist, so his wife Merete has kept her career as a lieutenant in the army a secret. In Merete's regiment, a Senior Sergeant suspects she's a spy due to her talk with NATO. This leads to a humorous spy chase involving many people. When Hermann is unexpectedly called for military duty, he conveniently "forgets" to inform his wife.IMDb 5.6TMDB 6.4 - 514
Girls at SeaMovie · 1977 · 100mWhile women are now allowed in the Danish military, they are still restricted from naval service. This creates challenges for the sailors when three women unexpectedly find themselves trapped on a navy vessel during a surprise at-sea exercise. The crew's attempts to conceal the women result in a series of humorous situations.IMDb 5.6TMDB 5.3 - 515
Hooray for the Blue HussarsMovie · 1970 · 100mAdam and Ditlev both aspire to join the prestigious Guard Hussar Regiment, and Captain von Rabenberg challenges the two men, who are rivals, to prove themselves.IMDb 5.9TMDB 6.1 - 516
Friends at ArmsMovie · 1958 · 87mEach year, thousands of young men are called to a rigorous training program, a world apart from everyday life. The program demands peak physical condition and comprehensive instruction in handling contemporary weaponry.IMDb 6.3TMDB 4.2 - 517
BeastMovie · 2011 · 83mBruno cherishes his wife Maxine, but he's experiencing a gradual, unsettling change within himself – a transformation affecting both his feelings and his physical form, which he cannot control. His exploration of the darker aspects of love in pursuit of power, aggression, and hatred proves irreversible.IMDb 5.6TMDB 4.8 - 518
Friends at Arms: On a Bear RunMovie · 1968 · 92mFido, a friendly bear from Munich, has a particular fondness for Danish soldiers. He happily joins their ranks, marching alongside them and even attempting to share their sleeping quarters in this lighthearted Danish comedy.IMDb 4.9TMDB 4.7 - 519
Friends at Arms: On Autumn ExercisesMovie · 1961 · 80mA group of veteran soldiers are called back for a three-week autumn training exercise. While they typically prioritize leisure, Sergeant Vældegaard is focused on preparing them for duty. Their old friends from basic training are now leaders within the military, but their camaraderie remains strong. Even amidst the training, one soldier finds time to flirt with a fellow soldier he knows from his past.IMDb 6.0TMDB 5.4 - 520
Friends at Arms: Causing MischiefMovie · 1962 · 94mLieutenant Ras visits his old barracks and reunites with his former recruits, who have just returned from a training exercise involving their usual playful teasing of the sergeant major. As they prepare to depart, they invite Ras to join them, but he declines due to work commitments with the Ranger Corps. He suggests they take the entrance exam together, though they are hesitant, confident in their ability to pass. On their way home, they mistakenly board the wrong train and are unexpectedly dropped off in a remote forest, where they are immediately confronted by paratroopers and thrust into a test of their skills.IMDb 5.6TMDB 5.0 - 521
Rekrut 67 PetersenMovie · 1952 · 81mOver two days and two nights, an ordinary girl finds herself in difficult situations due to her compassionate nature. She faces challenges and temptations that she can't navigate without resorting to deception. While she manages to overcome most obstacles, she ultimately sacrifices her own happiness.IMDb 5.7TMDB 5.8 - 522
Moving UpMovie · 2008 · 86mWhen a position becomes available at the Institute of Psychology, faculty psychologist Manfred sees it as a chance for a career advancement, encouraged by his co-worker and girlfriend, Therese. However, the arrival of a new psychologist, Poul, threatens his plans. Manfred is deeply frustrated by Poul's effortless charm, which wins over the institute chairman. Deciding it's time to change things, Manfred resolves to take action.IMDb 5.1TMDB 6.5 - 523
Operation CobraMovie · 1995 · 90mWhen a major conference is planned in Nærum, a family finds themselves held captive in their own home. A terrorist group intends to prevent the meeting by capturing the family and their house until the conference concludes. Determined to stop them, the family's head, Frederik, enlists the aid of his friends.IMDb 5.1TMDB 3.4 - 524
Et skud fra hjertetMovie · 1986 · 77mIn a desolate, untamed future Northern Europe, a team of soldiers is tasked with transporting a high-value political prisoner south. However, their transport vehicle comes under attack.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.5 - 525
Children of the WarriorsMovie · 1979 · 84mChildren escape a harsh, violent Stone Age community marked by cruelty, exploitation, and sexual abuse.IMDb 4.5TMDB 5.0 - 526
Baronessen fra benzintankenMovie · 1960 · 122mThe film opens with the funeral of Baron von Rosensteen. With no direct heirs, his ancestral castle is slated to pass to the Rabenfeldt family. A Supreme Court Attorney visits the baroness, Rosensteen's widow, regarding a document discovered among his belongings. It reveals the baron had a child born outside of marriage to a woman of lower social standing. The baroness and the attorney decide to locate the child, as she represents a potential heir to the castle. They discover the child is a girl named Anne Tofte, working at a gas station with her uncle Lars Tofte and his colleague Hans Høy. Anne is persuaded to live with the baroness, though she is resistant to the change. The baroness attempts to mold Anne into a proper lady, a stark contrast to the practical, mechanic-like upbringing Anne received from her uncle.IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.2 - 527
The Olsen Gang Long GoneMovie · 1981 · 100m · Family, Comedy, CrimeThis funny crime story follows Egon Olsen as he carefully plans a heist to steal a red suitcase valued at five million. His trusted partners, Benny and Keld, join him in Paris, and together they – known as The Olsen Gang – plot to outsmart the ruthless Bang-Johansen. The film is a lighthearted adventure showing their clever plan unfold, filled with witty dialogue and surprising turns. While navigating Paris, they face many obstacles that test their wits and their friendship, demonstrating that even the most carefully made plans can go awry.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.6 - 528
Father of FourMovie · 1953 · 97mThis is a story about a single father of four, where his eldest daughter, Søs, manages the home. Søs occasionally goes to town with Peter. Through Ole's school, she meets his teacher, Jørgen Stæhr. A relationship slowly blossoms between them, particularly after they work together on Children's Aid Day. Uncle Anders is a regular visitor, and the neighbor, Mrs. Sejersen, frequently drops by.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.4 - 529
The Olsen Gang Jumps the FenceMovie · 1981 · 100m · Family, Comedy, CrimeEgon, a brilliant criminal mastermind, plans a complex heist to steal from a powerful target. But a mistake by one of his team members triggers a dangerous series of events that threatens the entire operation and Egon's life.
News of Egon’s plan reaches other criminals, who attempt to kill him by trapping him in acid. With time running out, Egon's crew must rescue him from this deadly situation while navigating the perilous world of high-stakes crime.
This suspenseful story examines loyalty and friendship as the team fights to protect their leader during a potentially life-changing heist.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.9 - 530
A Caretaker's TaleMovie · 2012 · 88mA building maintenance worker in a public housing complex discovers that the nude, non-verbal woman he finds in one of the apartments possesses extraordinary healing abilities.IMDb 5.3TMDB 4.7 - 531
The DebtMovie · 2017 · 80mMichael is finally rebuilding his life when his older brother Johnny unexpectedly appears. Johnny is in debt to dangerous people who use violent methods to collect. Michael wants nothing to do with this, but seeing Johnny's desperation, he reluctantly agrees to help. Getting that much money quickly, however, always comes with a price...IMDb 4.4TMDB 10.0 - 532
Father of Four: In the SnowMovie · 1954 · 90mIb Schønberg is once again the good-natured father, and this time he's been declared "the ideal driver." This allows him to take all four of his children on a winter vacation to Norway.IMDb 6.2TMDB 5.8 - 533
The CommuneMovie · 2016 · 111m · DramaThis is a humorous and heartfelt story about family and open relationships, set in a vibrant 1970s commune. Anna and Erik inherit a large house and invite a diverse group of people to live with them, hoping to refresh their lives. This experiment challenges them to integrate their evolving beliefs with their established ways of doing things.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.4 - 534
Father of Four: The Whole ShebangMovie · 1961 · 95mNow school-aged, Tiny Per remains as spirited as ever. He's joined a soccer team, and they're about to face off against the Swedish team.IMDb 5.8TMDB 4.9 - 535
Mini and the MozziesMovie · 2014 · 74mMini, a small beetle, joins Egon and Dagmar in a flea circus. Miranda, a mean flea-girl, bullies Mini and manipulates him into disrupting Dagmar’s dance, causing her to injure her foot. Feeling ashamed, Mini flees and encounters a gang of robbers led by the tough beetle, Basse. Basse orders Mini to break into the bees' honey supply, but is caught by bee soldiers and sentenced to hard labor. Meanwhile, Miranda regrets her actions and teams up with Mini, who has escaped, and their ant friends to retrieve Egon’s stolen racing bike.IMDb 5.5TMDB 10.0 - 536
Father of Four: In the CountrysideMovie · 1955 · 97mIt's summertime, and a group of people are traveling to a small fishing town in Jutland for their vacation.IMDb 6.0TMDB 5.8 - 537
People Meet and Sweet Music Fills the HeartMovie · 1967 · 95mOn a train, a dancer and a Danish student connect. She's traveling to Rio for a tour, and he impulsively decides to join her. Based on the novel by Jens August Schade.IMDb 5.2TMDB 4.5 - 538
Father of Four: And Uncle SofusMovie · 1957 · 100mLife in the close-knit family is always eventful. Little Per stirs up trouble at school, Sister faces heartbreak, and Mie and Ole are involved in the school play. Then, unexpectedly, their Uncle Anders reveals he has a twin brother, Sofus, living in the United States. He returns home for Uncle Anders' 70th birthday, and proves to be even more of a handful than he was before.IMDb 6.0TMDB 6.2 - 539
ParentsMovie · 2016 · 86mA couple struggles with the emptiness left after their child leaves home. Seeking to recapture their lost spark, they revisit their old apartment, the place where they first fell in love. One morning, they wake up feeling decades younger, forcing them to confront the realization that the past they remember may be gone forever.IMDb 5.4TMDB 4.1 - 540
Father of Four: On BornholmMovie · 1959 · 100mA Danish family on vacation on Bornholm finds themselves without hotel reservations. Tiny Per, ever resourceful, suggests they camp instead. While the father and Uncle Anders are hesitant, they have no other option.IMDb 6.0TMDB 5.6 - 541
Father of Four and the Wolf CubsMovie · 1958 · 93mTiny Per achieves his dream of becoming a scout, while his sister prepares for her wedding. Consequently, Mie assumes responsibility for the household, and the transition is far from peaceful.IMDb 5.8TMDB 6.5 - 542
Father of Four: In High SpiritsMovie · 1971 · 96mUncle Anders and little Per win a caravan in a competition. During summer vacation, the family happily travels to Jutland with their new caravan hitched to the car. One morning, they find that the Benneweis circus is establishing its tents nearby the campsite.IMDb 3.5TMDB 4.9 - 543
AntiMovie · 2016In 1991, in a quiet village south of Copenhagen, Simon feels stifled by the limited options available to him. He's a talented artist, but constantly told his skill is pointless. An American graffiti video sparks his interest in a vibrant subculture, and a visit to Copenhagen deepens his fascination. He convinces his friend Frede to join him in the capital, where they connect with the graffiti group CHAOZ.IMDb 4.5TMDB 7.3 - 544
Den opvakte jomfruMovie · 1950In 1520, a fierce storm rages in the North Sea, threatening a ship. The sailors, believing the abbot on board is responsible for the tempest, cast him and his religious texts into the ocean.IMDb 5.0TMDB 5.0 - 545
Iqbal & the Jewel of IndiaMovie · 2018 · 76mExcited by his Aunt Fatwa's honor, the Jewel of India, Iqbal sees a chance to escape his school and persuades his father to bring the family to India for the ceremony. However, an accident results in Iqbal's expulsion. His father insists Iqbal find his own school. Iqbal then contacts his aunt, requesting enrollment in an Indian school.IMDb 5.6TMDB 6.0 - 546
Father of Four - On the Sunny Side!Movie · 2018 · 90mThe kids and Uncle Anders want their family to compete for the title of "The Sunny Family of The Year," but their father initially refuses, insisting they're already fine. He changes his mind when he recognizes the competing family's father as a former bully who tormented him in school for being physically weaker. The father then throws himself into the competition, turning what should have been a lighthearted contest into a battle for pride and self-worth. It’s only through the loving efforts of his children that he finally understands they don’t need to go to such lengths and that they are good enough just as they are.IMDb 3.5TMDB 4.5 - 547
Speed WalkingMovie · 2014 · 108m · DramaIn a secluded, small town in 1976, 14-year-old Martin prepares for his communion, a significant step into adulthood amidst a vibrant musical backdrop and burgeoning emotions. However, his mother's unexpected death triggers a chain of events that profoundly alters Martin's life and impacts the entire community. Unable to offer comfort, Martin’s father and brother leave him to grapple with grief. He navigates adulthood through a blend of celebratory moments and deep sorrow over losing his mother, leading to the end of his relationships with his friend Kim and girlfriend Kristine.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.4 - 548
SyrupMovie · 1990 · 114mThis witty comedy follows Lasse (Peter Hesse Overgaard), a charming but essentially lazy young man living off his girlfriend in bohemian Copenhagen. He engages in minor scams against those around him, all while convincing himself he's a successful art promoter or video artist.IMDb 5.9TMDB 4.3 - 549
John and IreneMovie · 1949 · 81mA professional dancing couple struggles to survive as they tour the country. Ebbe Rode is the idealistic dreamer, while Bodil Kjer is the practical realist. As the tour progresses, Bodil Kjer portrays a more world-weary version of herself, reflecting her own difficult past. Ebbe Rode's hopeful outlook gradually deteriorates, culminating in a violent outburst with serious repercussions.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.7 - 550
Pure HeartsMovie · 2006 · 82mFor Kriss, a patient with mental illness, the world is a simple battle between good and evil, much like the black and white melodrama "Pure Hearts," which he and his fellow patient, Willy, watch endlessly at the psychiatric hospital. The film is his guiding principle. When their viewing privileges are taken away after an altercation with another patient, Kriss is devastated. However, he becomes convinced that Linda, the film's innocent heroine, is embodied by Ulla Vilstrup, the actress who starred in it. Determined to find her and believing life is self-determined, Kriss and Willy set fire to the hospital and escape into the night.IMDb 6.3TMDB 5.7 - 551
No Time for LoveMovie · 2009 · 90mA free-spirited Danish novelist named Simon, who lives a somewhat chaotic life, is unexpectedly sharing his Copenhagen apartment with Malou, a highly organized and attractive Swedish lawyer. Simon longs for a family, while Malou is completely dedicated to her career. Though they are very different, they begin to connect. But can these opposites truly live together? Their chance encounter sparks a series of events that will dramatically alter both of their futures.IMDb 5.9TMDB 5.0 - 552
Ivan the IncredibleMovie · 2012 · 80mIvan Olsen faces relentless bullying at school and constant harassment from a gang. At home, his father's obsession with Tarzan leaves Ivan feeling unappreciated. But when an opportunity arises, Ivan can finally prove himself to his father and teach his tormentors a lesson. The film explores whether extraordinary abilities truly make life better.IMDb 4.3TMDB 5.5 - 553
Circleen - City MouseMovie · 1998 · 62mThe little elf who lives in a matchbox on the artist's desk is returning, along with her friends, the comical mouse couple Fredrik and Ingolf. The trio are relocating to the city, a significant change with both advantages and challenges. While the city presents dangers, it also offers new, entertaining companions like Sidse, whose family includes a pirate, and Hassan's family, who introduce food-loving Ingolf to feta cheese and belly dancing.IMDb 6.4TMDB 5.3 - 554
The Flying GrannyMovie · 2001 · 82mEva's parents, working long hours at the airport, can't take her on a summer vacation. Instead, she goes with her grandmother to find Eva's grandfather, Åge, who was a pilot.IMDb 5.3TMDB 4.1 - 555
Hugo the Movie StarMovie · 1996 · 72mHugo, a unique jungle creature, is captured again, this time in a renewed effort to make him a movie star. He reconnects with Rita, a compassionate and resourceful fox. Discovering he enjoys the world of acting, Hugo becomes increasingly detached from his wild nature and gradually strains his friendship with Rita after escaping.IMDb 5.5TMDB 5.8 - 556
The MiracleMovie · 2013 · 90mYears after leaving, a dancer returns to his rural hometown for his mother's funeral. He finds his past love still there, now married to the local priest. The dancer and his former lover begin a secret affair, slowly rebuilding their lost romance.IMDb 5.4TMDB 4.7 - 557
LimboMovie · 2014 · 80mIn autumn, the small Danish port town of Nakskov sets the stage for Sara and her friends as they face their final year of high school and dream of moving to a larger city. Karen has recently relocated to the island to teach at their school, and Sara finds herself captivated by her during class.IMDb 5.9TMDB 5.0 - 558
Karla's WorldMovie · 2007 · 90mKarla's Game is a comedy family film about the challenges of a contemporary family. The story unfolds through the perspective of 10-year-old Karla, who tries to hold her family together during the Christmas holidays. This is difficult with divorced parents, a new stepdad, a bothersome brother, and a father who frequently breaks his promises.IMDb 5.7TMDB 5.4 - 559
Odds 777Movie · 1932 · 94mAfter winning the lottery, Hansy Hansen finds a room at a luxurious seaside hotel, where the widowed landowner Rosen falls for her. Rosen is struggling financially due to a lawyer who broke a promise to marry his daughter. He pours all his resources into her horse, hoping it will win a race.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.7 - 560
The HuntMovie · 2012 · 116m · DramaA solitary teacher battles for custody of his son. His life begins to improve with the arrival of love and encouraging news from his son, but this newfound happiness is threatened when a simple untruthderails everything.IMDb 8.3TMDB 8.1 - 561
The DetectivesMovie · 2013Three 13-year-olds launch their own detective agency and, while working on their first case, discover the importance of friendship and bravery.IMDb 5.7TMDB 6.0 - 562
Han, hun og StrindbergMovie · 2006 · 79mPeter, a theater director, is deeply unhappy about being unemployed, and it's straining his relationship with his girlfriend, Marie, an actress. To help, she suggests they collaborate on a production of a Strindberg play, with Marie’s renowned friend, Liza, joining them. The plan quickly goes awry as Liza schemes to steal the lead role and Peter from Marie, who refuses to let her go easily.IMDb 4.7TMDB 4.2 - 563
Want to Bet a Million?Movie · 1932 · 87mConsul General Winterfeld disapproves of his son Jørgen's choice to marry showgirl Aurora. He offers Jørgen a million dollars if he can stay with Aurora for a month without them arguing.IMDb 5.8TMDB 7.0 - 564
Lost and FoundMovie · 2005 · 84mElias is at a toy fair in Paris while his wife Ingrid and their family await his return for his 60th birthday surprise party. Instead of coming home, Elias decides to stay in Paris and celebrate alone. This choice sets off a chain of events that exposes family tensions, but also leads to reconciliation.IMDb 5.4TMDB 3.6 - 565
Eye for EyeMovie · 2008 · 79mSung-chan, a highly respected detective in the special crime squad, is known for relentlessly pursuing those who challenge him. When Hyun-min impersonates Sung-chan and successfully robs a cash transport, stealing $10 billion in smuggled gold right in front of him, Sung-chan is furious and determined to bring him to justice. He relentlessly hunts Hyun-min, but the criminal cleverly manipulates the investigation, deliberately leaving clues to bait and provoke Sung-chan.IMDb 3.1TMDB 2.5 - 566
AllegroMovie · 2005 · 88mRenowned pianist Zetterström travels back to his homeland, Denmark, for a performance and discovers that his life decisions have significantly impacted his romantic relationships.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.8 - 567
Grey GoldMovie · 2013 · 92mThree elderly people, feeling forgotten and financially ruined after being abandoned by their bank and losing their homes, decide to rob a bank to regain control of their lives. However, their carefully laid plans quickly fall apart.IMDb 5.0TMDB 5.6 - 568
Winter BrothersMovie · 2017 · 100mDuring a harsh winter in a working-class community, the lives of two brothers are explored – their daily routines, familiar habits, and established rituals. Their world is disrupted by a violent feud that ignites with another family.IMDb 6.3TMDB 5.9 - 569
The DanceMovie · 1998 · 83mSet on an Icelandic island in 1913, this period drama follows Pétur (Gunnar Helgason) as he remembers the arrival of mainlanders for a wedding. Flirtatious Sirsa (Pálína Jónsdottir) marries Harald (Dofri Hermannsson), the son of a wealthy local landowner.
Meanwhile, a ship is sinking offshore, prompting the men to form a rescue party. They return with the captain, the engineer, and other sailors. As a storm approaches, the engineer dies, and the clergyman asks for the festivities to end. Sirsa objects, but Harald brings the celebration to a halt. The group disperses, and Sirsa becomes increasingly drawn to the handsome Ívar (Baldur Trausti Hreinsson).
The film features a score of traditional folk music.IMDb 6.9TMDB 5.5 - 570
On Our OwnMovie · 1998 · 75mTo avoid a children's home while their mother serves time for shoplifting, three siblings concoct a plan. They invent a father figure who is supposedly caring for them, preventing the authorities from intervening and escorting them away.IMDb 5.5TMDB 6.8 - 571
På'en igen AmalieMovie · 1973While walking along a Copenhagen canal, Amalie witnesses a woman fall into the water. Attempting to save her, Amalie drowns. Awakening in the hospital, she learns the other woman is dead and authorities believe Amalie perished as well. Amalie then faces a difficult struggle against the Danish social system. Ultimately, she chooses a path of escalating crimes, culminating in an attempt to steal the crown jewels.IMDb 5.2TMDB 5.7 - 572
Violets Are BlueMovie · 1975 · 120mMille, a TV reporter, feels trapped by marriage and desires a life with multiple partners. She connects with her friends, the bisexual intellectual Suzanne and the prostitute Lise. Their conversations primarily revolve around men, women's liberation, and their own experiences.IMDb 4.6TMDB 5.3 - 573
All I Want for ChristmasMovie · 2018 · 92mTwelve-year-old Lucia strives to become the first girl ever admitted to Santa's school. Her path is blocked by a strange illness, a curse from the devilish Krampus, which she must overcome to achieve her dream.IMDb 5.7TMDB 6.2 - 574
NinnaMovie · 2019 · 90m"Ninna" is a comedy about the title character, who lives with her son Dennis in Præstø and works at the local takeaway. Ninna’s world falls apart when Dennis announces his plans to move away after he turns 18, so she devises a plan to bring him back home. Along the way, Ninna is forced to confront her own past. "Ninna" is a comedy that tackles serious subjects with humor.IMDb 5.9TMDB 8.8 - 575
Familien SwedenhielmMovie · 1947 · 93mEngineer Rolf Swedenhielm is a highly respected Swedish scientist, known for his cheerful personality and strong moral code. His sister-in-law, Boman, manages his home and cares for his three children. After years of devoted work, Swedenhielm is nominated for the Nobel Prize. However, questions arise about the nomination – could something be amiss?TMDB 8.0 - 576
A Gentleman in Top Hat and TailsMovie · 1942 · 95mIn the middle of the day, a man sprints across the Town Hall Square, dressed in a dress and white clothing. Onlookers watch in disbelief as he attempts to get inside a phone booth to make a call. But his reason for doing so is far more extraordinary than anyone could have predicted.IMDb 7.0TMDB 7.7 - 577Smile, EmilMovie · 1969 · 94mKatja and Emil are a young couple enjoying life together. Emil spends his time meditating, writing, and drawing, often lost in his own imaginative world. Katja, a working single mother, has a disciplined routine. She's drawn to Emil's fantastical perspective, wanting to connect with it. When Emil departs for a six-month backpacking trip, Katja remains at home. They each navigate new people and experiences independently.IMDb 7.5TMDB 10.0
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Above the Street, Below the WaterMovie · 2009 · 85mA group of people's lives shift dramatically. Their comfortable routines begin to unravel. Anne and Ask's relationship weakens, while Charlotte questions her marriage to Carl. Bente struggles with whether to continue waiting for her lover, and her ex-husband Bjørn must accept her moving on. The characters and their families are caught in escalating drama, culminating on the opening night of Hamlet. Anne plays Ophelia, and the film explores the question of personal happiness: to be or not to be responsible for it.IMDb 5.5TMDB 4.8 - 579
HamsunMovie · 1996 · 159mKnut Hamsun is Norway's most celebrated writer. A lifelong resentment of the English for their role in the starvation of Norway during World War I fuels his feelings. When Germany occupies Norway on April 9, 1940, he welcomes them, seeing them as protection from Great Britain. He embraces the national socialist ideals but disapproves of the harsh reality – the imprisonment and execution of Norwegians. His wife, Marie, journeys to Germany during the war as a demonstration of solidarity with Knut and his beliefs.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.2 - 580
Happy EndingMovie · 2018 · 96mHelle has longed for her workaholic husband Peter's retirement so they can finally travel the world together. However, on his last day of work, Peter unexpectedly reveals he's embarked on a new career as a wine importer and invested their entire savings in a vineyard in Austria. This revelation leads to their separation, and Helle and Peter each begin a journey of self-discovery filled with new possibilities, challenges, and aspirations. Can they find new beginnings after 50 years of marriage? And can they truly live apart?IMDb 5.9TMDB 5.1 - 581
Checkered NinjaMovie · 2018 · 83m · Animation, Comedy, AdventureA possessed Ninja doll joins forces with a teenage boy to avenge the death of a young factory worker.IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.4 - 582
One-Two-Three Now!Movie · 2016 · 109mJeppe develops feelings for a captivating girl he knows from school, but their connection is fragile and unlikely to last.IMDb 6.0TMDB 6.2 - 583
Winnie & Karina - The MovieMovie · 2009 · 75mWinnie and Karina are about to be released from Vestre Prison, much to the warden's relief. The Christian TV channel HKK, facing financial difficulties, welcomes a government payment intended for the girls’ rehabilitation. Winnie and Karina are under the impression they will each earn a million kroner for working at the channel. This sets off a chain of unforeseen problems and escalating chaos.IMDb 3.0TMDB 8.7 - 584
Team AlbertMovie · 2018Albert rejects the idea that people must follow a predetermined path to succeed. He rebels against traditional schooling, his family, and societal expectations, determined to pursue his passion for entertaining others through YouTube. However, his pursuit of online fame costs him his closest friends and, most painfully, the affection of the girl he cares about, someone he believes he doesn't love.IMDb 2.6TMDB 8.8 - 585
AnnaMovie · 2000 · 86m · DramaIn Rome, a woman assists a prisoner in escaping from the airport, and they develop a romantic relationship.IMDb 4.6TMDB 4.5 - 586
PortlandMovie · 1996 · 103mA young criminal, struggling with his own image of indifference, attempts to leave his life of crime, bringing his younger brother along. The premise has potential, but the execution falls short. Like many Danish films, it lacks attention to detail, resulting in dialogue that sounds unnatural for the characters. The dialects are inconsistent, and the biker characters feel underdeveloped. An increasingly surreal ending doesn't compensate for the film's slow pace, though it hints at a more compelling story.IMDb 5.8TMDB 4.3 - 587
Katja's AdventureMovie · 1999 · 80mWhile on vacation in Italy, Katja, a Danish woman, searches for a falcon that has gone missing.IMDb 5.5TMDB 6.9 - 588
Komtessen på SteenholtMovie · 1939 · 99mAfter three years in America, Countess Ellie Stenholt (Marguerite Viby) returns to her family estate in Denmark. She discovers that things are not as they should be: the estate is in disrepair and the family is facing financial difficulties.IMDb 5.8TMDB 4.5 - 589
In the BloodMovie · 2016 · 105mSummer in Copenhagen brings endless days and nights of carefree living. Simon, a 23-year-old medical student, spends his time partying with friends, enjoying casual relationships, and repeating the cycle day after day. However, this period of youthful freedom is also marked by growing uncertainty among the group. Dreams are dashed, romantic relationships end badly, and friendships face strain.IMDb 6.0TMDB 5.8 - 590
A Horrible WomanMovie · 2017 · 86m · DramaRasmus is instantly smitten with Marie, convinced she's his soulmate. But his idealized view quickly shatters as he discovers her controlling and manipulative nature. She systematically undermines him, piece by piece.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.3 - 591
I, a Woman Part IIMovie · 1968 · 88mNewly married to a wealthy German man with disturbing sexual interests, Siv endures constant humiliation. However, she begins to uncover a sinister secret her husband is hiding.IMDb 4.2TMDB 4.3 - 592
TineMovie · 1964A Danish drama follows a housemaid as she navigates the challenges of finding peace and love during wartime.IMDb 5.9TMDB 7.5 - 593
Samson & SallyMovie · 1984 · 63mSamson, a young whale with no friends, often listens to his mother recount tales of the legendary whale Moby Dick. Captivated by these stories, Samson resolves to embark on a journey to find Moby Dick.IMDb 7.0TMDB 5.8 - 594
Held for RansomMovie · 2019 · 138m · DramaHELD FOR RANSOM tells the true story of Danish photojournalist Daniel Rye, who spent 398 days held hostage in Syria by ISIS, alongside other foreign nationals including American journalist James Foley. The film follows Daniel's fight to survive captivity, his bond with James, and the desperate efforts of his family in Denmark to secure his freedom. A hostage negotiator named Arthur becomes central to the crisis, playing a key role in Daniel’s eventual release.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.1 - 595
Leave Us AloneMovie · 1975 · 82mWhen summer camp counselors strike, the campers find themselves unsupervised and descend into a series of thefts and looting. They steal a boat and sail to a deserted island, but when the boat drifts away, the stranded children must learn to survive on their own.IMDb 5.8TMDB 6.0 - 596
Love Is All You NeedMovie · 2012 · 116m · Comedy, Romance, DramaIda, a Danish hairdresser who has lost her hair to cancer, returns home from the hospital to find her husband is unfaithful. She travels to Italy alone for her daughter's wedding, only to discover the celebration will bring unexpected difficulties.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.0 - 597
Queen of HeartsMovie · 2019 · 127m · DramaAnne is a highly skilled lawyer who dedicates her career to helping children and young adults. She seems to have a perfect life with her doctor husband, Peter, and their twin daughters. However, when her teenage stepson, Gustav, comes to live with them, Anne’s growing obsession leads her into a dangerous situation. Once revealed, this situation sets off a chain of events that threatens to ruin everything she has.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.9 - 598
A Fortunate ManMovie · 2018 · 162m · DramaA talented engineer leaves behind his strict upbringing to seek fortune and status in Copenhagen's upper circles. His ascent in society is fueled by ambition, but that same ambition risks destroying him.IMDb 7.2TMDB 6.8 - 599
Ditte & LouiseMovie · 2018 · 90mDitte and Louise, two actresses in their middle years, feel the acting world is now only offering them stereotypical roles – mothers or older sex workers. Faced with this, Ditte makes a bold choice: she begins dressing as a man.IMDb 6.3TMDB 5.4 - 600
PsychosiaMovie · 2019 · 87mViktoria, a highly disciplined researcher specializing in suicide, is asked to work with Jenny, a deeply suicidal patient in a psychiatric ward. They develop a close relationship through late-night talks. Viktoria, who has never experienced intimacy, begins to feel a connection with Jenny. However, as their bond deepens, it becomes increasingly apparent that something is amiss.IMDb 5.3TMDB 5.8