Mads Mikkelsen birthday special screenings announced in Japan

A series of special theatrical screenings celebrating the career of Danish actor Mads Mikkelsen will begin in Japan on November 20, 2026. The event commemorates his birthday by revisiting seven acclaimed films that were part of his successful 60th anniversary festival.

The lineup includes: “Bakers Dozen” (2000), “Fresh” (2003), “Adams Apple” (2005), “After the Wedding” (2006), “A Royal Affair” (2012), “The Hunt” (2012), and “Men and Chicken” (2015). The selection highlights his range, from early Danish hits to his Cannes Film Festival Best Actor winning performance in “The Hunt”.

To mark the occasion, a special poster featuring various expressions of the actor from these seven roles has been released. Attendees will also receive limited-edition flyers featuring the same artwork. Screenings will take place at various locations including kino cinéma Shinjuku, Human Trust Cinema Shibuya, and Theatre Umeda, with Cinema KOBE starting on November 21.