Director
Mads Brügger
- Born: 15 April 1975, Copenhagen, Denmark
- Estimated net worth: 5 million USD
Mads Brügger is a Danish filmmaker and actor known for his documentary work and unique storytelling style. He gained recognition for films such as 'The Red Chapel' and 'Cold Case Hammarskjöld'. Brügger is noted for his distinctive voice and often provocative…
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About Mads Brügger
Mads Brügger is a Danish filmmaker and actor known for his documentary work and unique storytelling style. He gained recognition for films such as 'The Red Chapel' and 'Cold Case Hammarskjöld'. Brügger is noted for his distinctive voice and often provocative approach to filmmaking, blending humor with serious themes.
- Born
- 15 April 1975, Copenhagen, Denmark
- Known for
- Directing
- Height
- 6 ft 0 in (1.83 m)
- Spouses
- Maja Brügger (2006-present)
- Children
- 2 children, names not publicly known
- Parents
- Jens Brügger, Helle Brügger
- Estimated net worth
- 5 million USD
Fun facts about Mads Brügger
- Mads Brügger has worked as a journalist and has a background in political science.
- He created a fictional character named 'The Ambassador' for his film 'Cold Case Hammarskjöld', which led to significant media attention.
Famous Mads Brügger quotes
“The truth is often stranger than fiction.”
“I'm not a filmmaker, I'm an artist.”
“We have a duty to tell the stories that matter.”
Mads Brügger filmography
Cast (16)
| Year | Title | Character | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | DRs bedste TV | Sig selv | |
| 2024 | The Black Swan TV | Self - Journalist | 8.0 |
| 2023 | Copenhagen Cowboy TV | Jonas | 6.8 |
| 2021 | 25 år med DR2 - fra Banjo til Bonderøven Movie | Sig selv | |
| 2020 | The Mole - Infiltrating North Korea TV | Self | 8.4 |
| 2020 | The Mole: Undercover in North Korea Movie | Self | 7.1 |
| 2020 | Brødrene ost TV | Speak | |
| 2020 | Klovn the Final Movie | Mads Brügger | 5.5 |
| 2019 | Cold Case Hammarskjöld Movie | Self - Investigator | 6.8 |
| 2017 | The John Dalli Mystery Movie | Himself | 5.3 |
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| Year | Title | Character | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | NWR Movie | Self | 7.2 |
| 2011 | The Ambassador Movie | Himself | 6.6 |
| 2010 | The Red Chapel Movie | Self | 7.2 |
| 2010 | Klown Movie | Mads Brügger | 6.5 |
| 2010 | ZULU Comedy Galla TV | Mads Brügger | 10.0 |
| 2005 | Klovn TV | Mads | 8.4 |
Crew (18)
| Year | Title | Role | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Other People's Money TV | Producer · Production | 6.9 |
| 2024 | The Black Swan TV | Creator · Creator | 8.0 |
| 2024 | The Black Swan TV | Director · Directing | 8.0 |
| 2024 | The Black Swan TV | Producer · Production | 8.0 |
| 2020 | The Mole - Infiltrating North Korea TV | Creator · Creator | 8.4 |
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| Year | Title | Role | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | The Mole - Infiltrating North Korea TV | Director · Directing | 8.4 |
| 2020 | The Mole - Infiltrating North Korea TV | Writer · Writing | 8.4 |
| 2020 | The Mole: Undercover in North Korea Movie | Writer · Writing | 7.1 |
| 2020 | The Mole: Undercover in North Korea Movie | Director · Directing | 7.1 |
| 2019 | Cold Case Hammarskjöld Movie | Writer · Writing | 6.8 |
| 2019 | Cold Case Hammarskjöld Movie | Director · Directing | 6.8 |
| 2018 | The Saint Bernard Syndicate Movie | Director · Directing | 5.3 |
| 2011 | The Ambassador Movie | Director · Directing | 6.6 |
| 2010 | The Red Chapel Movie | Writer · Writing | 7.2 |
| 2010 | The Red Chapel Movie | Director · Directing | 7.2 |
| 2007 | Yallahrup Færgeby TV | Creator · Creator | 10.0 |
| 2005 | Wulffmorgenthaler TV | Executive Producer · Production | |
| TBA | Den 11. time TV | Creator · Creator | 8.0 |
Latest releases
- 25 år med DR2 - fra Banjo til Bonderøven2021
- The Mole: Undercover in North Korea2020 / TMDB 7.1
- Klovn the Final2020 / TMDB 5.5
- Cold Case Hammarskjöld2019 / TMDB 6.8
- The John Dalli Mystery2017 / TMDB 5.3
- NWR2012 / TMDB 7.2
Questions about Mads Brügger
What are Mads Brügger's most successful films?
Mads Brügger is best known for his films 'The Red Chapel' and 'Cold Case Hammarskjöld', both of which received critical acclaim and won awards.
Has Mads Brügger won any awards?
Yes, Mads Brügger has won several awards, including the Danish Film Critics Award for Best Documentary for 'The Red Chapel'.
What was Mads Brügger's first film?
Mads Brügger's first feature film was 'The Red Chapel', released in 2009, which explored themes of North Korea and satire.
What is Mads Brügger's background?
Mads Brügger has a background in journalism and political science, which informs his documentary filmmaking style.
What are some defining characteristics of Mads Brügger's style?
Brügger's filmmaking style is characterized by a blend of humor, satire, and investigative journalism, often revealing hidden truths.
What is Mads Brügger's estimated net worth?
Mads Brügger's estimated net worth is approximately 5 million USD, reflecting his successful career in filmmaking and journalism.
What themes does Mads Brügger explore in his films?
Brügger often explores themes of power, truth, and the absurdity of human behavior in his documentaries.
What is Mads Brügger's approach to storytelling?
Mads Brügger's approach to storytelling involves combining personal narrative with broader social and political issues, often using humor to engage viewers.