
Bent Christensen
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Bent Christensen (28 May 1929 – 6 January 1992) was a Danish film director, actor, film producer and screenwriter. His film Harry and the Butler (1961) was named Best Film at the Bodil Awards and was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film. His 1966 film Neighbours was entered into the 5th Moscow International Film Festival.
Bent Christensen Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Bent Christensen reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 18 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Bent Christensen's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 28% of Bent Christensen's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains South of Tana River, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Bent Christensen Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Bent Christensen's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Bent Christensen has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | The Five Obstructions | Gangster (from Det gode og det onde) (segment "Cartoon") | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Manden der ville være skyldig | FBS 1 | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | The Ghost Train | Stationsfunktionær | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | Hjerter er trumf | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | Z.P.G. | Baby Shop Salesman | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | Med kærlig hilsen | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1971 | I morgen, min elskede | - | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | Thomas er fredløs | Hitler | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | People Meet and Sweet Music Fills the Heart | Falconetti | Flop | Similar → |
| 1963 | South of Tana River | Dupont | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | 6-Day Race | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Mig og min familie | Danseinstruktør | Flop | Similar → |
| 1957 | Sin Alley | Kaj | Flop | Similar → |
| 1957 | Be Dear to Me | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Der kom en dag | Johan Ludvig Sørensen | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Jan går til filmen | Instruktørassistent | Flop | Similar → |
| 1954 | Kongeligt besøg | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Vi som går køkkenvejen | Erik | Flop | Similar → |
Bent Christensen - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Bent Christensen?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Bent Christensen is "South of Tana River" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Bent Christensen acted in?
Bent Christensen has been featured in at least 18 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Bent Christensen?
Other notable films include "6-Day Race", "The Five Obstructions", and "Be Dear to Me".




