Tommy Wirkola
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Tommy Wirkola (born 6 December 1979) is a Norwegian film director, screenwriter, editor and producer. He is known for his film work in hybrid thrillers that combine horror, action and satire. For his hybrid genre-focused work, he has won numerous awards and nominations. Dead Snow (2009) and Dead Snow 2: Red vs. Dead (2014) were selected by the Sundance Film Festival. Dead Snow won the Toronto Dark Film Festival Audience Award and was nominated for four Scream Awards including Best Horror Film. Dead Snow 2 won him Best Film at the Horror Film Festival, Best Director at the International Fantastic Film Festival and Best Screenplay, and Best Film at Alamo Drafthouse's Fantastic Festival in 2014. What Happened to Monday was nominated for Variety's Piazza Grande Award at the Locarno International Film Festival in 2017. Hansel & Gretel: Witch Hunters (2013) was nominated for the People's Choice Award for Best Horror Film. Violent Night (2022) was nominated for Most Outstanding Stunt Performance at the ACTRA Awards, as well as for Best Original Score at the International Film Music Critics Awards and at the Reel Music Film Festival. Description above from the Wikipedia article Tommy Wirkola, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Tommy Wirkola reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 9 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Tommy Wirkola's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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 0% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Tommy Wirkola remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Hansel & Gretel: Witch Hunters, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Tommy Wirkola Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Tommy Wirkola's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Tommy Wirkola.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | Kill Buljo 2 | Sid Wisløff | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | Hansel & Gretel: Witch Hunters | Deputy #4 (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | Kurt Josef Wagle and the Legend of the Fjord Witch | Pablo (voice) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | Empty Barrels | Gjørme-Knut | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Dead Snow | Dying Zombie (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | Kill Buljo | Sid Wisløff | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | Kill Buljo: The Beginning | Various Characters | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | Remake | Attendant #2 | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Prosjekt Adonis | - | Flop | Similar → |
Tommy Wirkola - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Tommy Wirkola?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Tommy Wirkola is "Hansel & Gretel: Witch Hunters" with a rating of 6.1/10.
How many movies has Tommy Wirkola acted in?
Tommy Wirkola has been featured in at least 9 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Tommy Wirkola?
Other notable films include "Kill Buljo", "Kill Buljo: The Beginning", and "Dead Snow".