- “The Danish Girl” (2015) – This Oscar-winning film tells the story of artist Lili Elbe, who was one of the first known recipients of gender reassignment surgery. It features many scenes filmed in Copenhagen.
- “A Royal Affair” (2012) – Set in the 18th century, this historical drama focuses on the love affair between a young Queen Caroline Mathilde of Denmark and the royal physician, Johann Friedrich Struensee.
- “The Bridge” (2011) – While not a feature film but a crime series, “The Bridge” gained international popularity. It follows a Swedish and Danish detective who work together to solve crimes taking place on the Øresund Bridge connecting Copenhagen and Malmö.
- “Flame & Citron” (2008) – This Danish war drama is set during World War II and tells the story of two Danish resistance fighters. It offers a glimpse into Copenhagen’s wartime atmosphere.
- “Babette’s Feast” (1987) – While primarily set in a remote Danish village, parts of this Academy Award-winning film were shot in Copenhagen. It tells the story of a French refugee who prepares a sumptuous feast for a devout Danish community.
- “Pelle the Conqueror” (1987) – Set in the late 19th century, this Palme d’Or-winning film depicts the struggles of a Swedish father and son who migrate to Denmark. While most scenes take place in rural Denmark, Copenhagen is featured as well.
- “Pirates of the Baltic Sea” (1958) – This Danish family adventure film takes place in and around Copenhagen. It follows two children who team up with a group of pirates to thwart a gang of criminals.
- “The Olsen Gang” series – This long-running Danish film series (1968-1998) revolves around a group of comical, yet bumbling, criminals, led by Egon Olsen. While the series takes place in different locations, many installments have scenes set in Copenhagen.
- “Flickering Lights” (2000) – This Danish black comedy follows four small-time criminals who decide to settle down and open a restaurant in Copenhagen. It offers a look at the city through their misadventures.
- “The Keeper of Lost Causes” (2013) – Based on Jussi Adler-Olsen’s crime novel, this Danish thriller centres around a detective investigating a cold case. The movie showcases some iconic locations in Copenhagen.
WANDERLIST: Ten famous films set in Copenhagen
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