Gustaf Skarsgård Movies and TV Shows
Gustaf Skarsgård’s selected roles span historical television, speculative drama and Swedish features. His characters are not interchangeable with those played by other members of the Skarsgård family; this guide identifies the performer and credited role alongside each title.
Selected screen credits at a glance
| Title | Credited character or appearance |
|---|---|
| Vikings (2013–2020 appearances) | Floki |
| Westworld (2018 appearances) | Karl Strand |
| Cursed (2020) | Merlin |
| Kon-Tiki (2012) | Bengt Danielsson |
| Oppenheimer (2023) | Hans Bethe |
What to watch and why
Vikings (2013–2020 appearances)
The long-running series offers an extended character journey in a historical-adventure setting. Start with the early seasons to understand the friendships and loyalties around Floki rather than jumping to later developments.
Westworld (2018 appearances)
The science-fiction series places him in a very different institutional role. It belongs to the second-season story, so use season-specific credits rather than assuming a character from the first episode of the show.
Cursed (2020)
An Arthurian fantasy interpretation rather than a historical figure. The series changes the storytelling frame around familiar legendary names, making it a useful contrast with Vikings.
Kon-Tiki (2012)
The expedition feature provides a film-length ensemble role. It is a dramatic account of a real voyage, distinct from the earlier documentary also called Kon-Tiki.
Oppenheimer (2023)
A supporting portrayal within a large historical ensemble. Match actor and scientist carefully: a brief appearance in an extensive cast should not be presented as the film’s lead performance.
Where to start with Gustaf Skarsgård
Vikings is the clearest starting point for sustained character development. Kon-Tiki offers a more contained feature, while Westworld and Cursed show different speculative worlds. Oppenheimer is useful for a historical ensemble comparison, with the understanding that supporting screen time differs from a multi-season role. Choose the format and context you want rather than assuming a shared tone across the titles.
Credit sources and viewing options
This is a selected filmography, not an exhaustive list of every guest appearance. Character names identify the role; a documentary appearance as oneself and a voice performance are different credit types. Check the release year and episode before choosing a provider.
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