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Virtuality

Nikolaj Coster-Waldau has not appeared in the 2009 television movie Virtuality.

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Firewall

Nikolaj Coster-Waldau played the role of Jack Stanfield in the 2006 suspense thriller Firewall. Stanfield is a successful bank security expert who is forced to use his own security system to gain access to his employer's funds in order to save his family from a gang of criminals.

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Small Crimes

Nikolaj Coster-Waldau stars as "Joe Denton," a recently released convict who attempts to turn his life around by taking a job as a private investigator. Despite his best intentions, his past catches up to him and he finds himself in the middle of a crime involving a local crime boss.

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The Other Woman

Nikolaj Coster-Waldau plays the role of Mark King in the 2014 romantic comedy The Other Woman. Mark is the philandering husband of Kate (Leslie Mann), who is unaware of the fact that his wife is having an affair with Carly (Cameron Diaz). Mark is oblivious to all the drama that is unfolding around him until it all comes to a head.

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Mama

Mama
Nikolaj Coster-Waldau stars as Lucas, a man whose daughter is taken away by a malevolent entity known as Mama. He desperately searches for his daughter and must confront the supernatural force that is determined to keep her.

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The Silencing

The Silencing
Nikolaj Coster-Waldau stars in The Silencing as Rayburn Swanson, a former hunter and war veteran who is trying to put his troubled past behind him. He is called back into action when a young girl is kidnapped and he must hunt down her captors. Coster-Waldau gives a powerful performance as Rayburn, a man who must confront his own inner demons in order to save the girl.

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The Baker

The Baker
Nikolaj Coster-Waldau's acting as Bjorn in the 2007 film "The Baker" is both impressive and memorable. Coster-Waldau skillfully showcases Bjorn's conflicted nature as a hitman seeking a fresh start, infusing the role with depth and nuance. His portrayal of Bjorn further demonstrates his range as an actor and his ability to bring complex characters to life on screen.

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Enigma

Enigma
Nikolaj Coster-Waldau stars as Tom Jericho in the 2001 film Enigma. Jericho is a British cryptographer who is tasked with breaking a secret code that is preventing the British from deciphering the German's plans for a surprise attack during World War II.

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Blackthorn

Blackthorn
Nikolaj Coster-Waldau stars in the 2011 movie Blackthorn. He portrays the character of Butch Cassidy, an aging outlaw who had been living in Bolivia for decades since the end of his career as a bank and train robber. In the movie, Butch returns to the US to reclaim a hidden loot and to reunite with his former partner, the Sundance Kid. The movie also stars Sam Shepard and Stephen Rea.

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Against the Ice

Against the Ice
"Against the Ice" is a gripping film, based on a true story. The movie follows the harrowing journey of Captain Ejnar Mikkelsen and his inexperienced crew member, Iver Iversen.

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A Second Chance

A Second Chance
Nikolaj Coster-Waldau stars as Andreas, a police officer struggling to balance his job and family life. When he and his partner Simon (Nikolaj Lie Kaas) are called to a domestic disturbance, they find themselves in a situation that will change their lives forever. . Coster-Waldau's portrayal captures the emotional complexity of his character, showcasing his talent for bringing depth and nuance to the screen. "A Second Chance" is a thought-provoking drama that showcases Coster-Waldau's versatility and acting prowess.

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Oblivion

Oblivion
Nikolaj Coster-Waldau plays the role of Sykes in the 2013 science fiction film Oblivion, starring Tom Cruise. Sykes is a gruff and pragmatic survivor of a post-apocalyptic Earth who helps Cruise's character Jack Harper in his mission to save the last human survivors.

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Nightwatch

Nightwatch
  Nikolaj Coster-Waldau delivers a captivating performance in the film "Nightwatch." Released in 1994, this Danish thriller follows the story of Martin, played by Coster-Waldau, who takes up a job as a night watchman at a morgue. As he begins his unsettling new role, strange and gruesome events unfold, linking him to a series of murders. Coster-Waldau's portrayal of Martin showcases his versatility as an actor, effectively capturing the character's growing sense of dread and unraveling sanity.

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Shot Caller

Shot Caller
Nikolaj Coster-Waldau stars as Jacob Harlon in the 2017 crime thriller Shot Caller. He portrays a successful businessman who is sent to prison after a tragic car accident and is forced to join a prison gang in order to survive. The film follows his transformation from an innocent man to a hardened criminal, and his struggle to regain his freedom.

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Headhunters

Headhunters
Nikolaj Coster-Waldau delivers a standout performance in the film "Headhunters." Released in 2011 and based on the novel by Jo Nesbø, the movie follows the story of Roger Brown, played by Aksel Hennie, a corporate headhunter who leads a double life as an art thief. Coster-Waldau portrays Clas Greve, a charismatic and mysterious executive whose arrival disrupts Roger's carefully orchestrated schemes. Coster-Waldau brings a mix of charm and menace to the character, adding a layer of unpredictability to the film.