Erik Kühnau

Acting

Freshness: Jan 29, 2026

11Total Films

10.0 Highest Rated

Born: May 2, 1932

Birth Place: København, Danmark

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Erik Kühnau reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 11 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Erik Kühnau's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.

The "Box Office" Signature

With a 18% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Erik Kühnau remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Den dobbelte mand, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Erik Kühnau Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Erik Kühnau's career based on audience ratings.

★10.0

★10.0

Den dobbelte mand: Christian is a nice man climbing the career ladder. His brother Mikael, on the other hand, is a petty criminal who hustl

Den dobbelte mand

1976•Drama

★7.2

★7.2

Copper: After a stay in a sanatorium due to violent behavior during an arrest, Detective Karl Jørgensen is transferred to the fr

Copper

1976•Action

★6.3

★6.3

The Night Visitor: An insane Swedish farmer escapes from an asylum to get revenge on his sister, her husband and others.

The Night Visitor

1971•Thriller

★6.2

Een pige og 39 sømænd (1965) movie poster

★6.2

Een pige og 39 sømænd: This festive comedy has a theme song that was incredibly popular in its day – but which is missing a verse! The penultim

Een pige og 39 sømænd

1965•Romance

★5.8

Drømmen om det hvide slot (1962) movie poster

★5.8

Drømmen om det hvide slot: Throughout his childhood "The White Castle " stood as something special for Susanne . The towering spiers, the swans in

Drømmen om det hvide slot

1962•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Erik Kühnau.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1977	Vandalism	-	Average	Similar →
1976	Copper	Warnebues håndlanger	Hit	Similar →
1976	Den dobbelte mand	-	Super Hit	Similar →
1971	The Night Visitor	Police Doctor	Average	Similar →
1970	The Only Way	Fisker	Average	Similar →
1965	Een pige og 39 sømænd	2. Styrmanden Walther	Average	Similar →
1963	The Queen's Guardsman	-	Flop	Similar →
1962	Drømmen om det hvide slot	-	Average	Similar →
1962	The Soldier and the Woman	Officer	Flop	Similar →
1962	Weekend	-	Flop	Similar →
1961	The Musketeers	-	Flop	Similar →

Erik Kühnau - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Erik Kühnau?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Erik Kühnau is "Den dobbelte mand" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Erik Kühnau acted in?

Erik Kühnau has been featured in at least 11 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Erik Kühnau?

Other notable films include "Copper", "The Night Visitor", and "Een pige og 39 sømænd".