Kristofer Hivju
Known for
Kristofer Hivju is a Norwegian actor born in Norway, internationally recognized for playing Tormund Giantsbane, the boisterous wildling warrior, across the acclaimed HBO series 'Game of Thrones'. He carried that recognition into a supporting role as Jimmy in the Vin Diesel franchise entry 'The Fate of the Furious'. His Norwegian-language career includes work in Nordic film and television prior to his global breakthrough. Hivju's 'Game of Thrones' role remains the defining credit of his international career.
Kristofer Hivju
31 Movies
13 Series
Kristofer Hivju is a Norwegian actor born in Norway, internationally recognized for playing Tormund Giantsbane, the boisterous wildling warrior, across the acclaimed HBO series 'Game of Thrones'. He carried that recognition into a supporting role as Jimmy in the Vin Diesel franchise entry 'The Fate of the Furious'. His Norwegian-language career includes work in Nordic film and television prior to his global breakthrough. Hivju's 'Game of Thrones' role remains the defining credit of his international career.
Movies
Plays Axel Olsson
In the Grey
2026
Plays Krampus
Red One
2024
Plays Rhodes
The Fate of the Furious
2017
Plays Olaf
Cocaine Bear
2023
Plays General Volkov
Afterburn
2025
Plays Jonas
The Thing
2011
Plays Security Chief
After Earth
2013
Plays Dwayne
Long Distance
2024
Plays Hestepasseren
Three Wishes for Cinderella
2021
Plays Mats
Force Majeure
2014
Plays Michel
Downhill
2020
Plays Strike
In Order of Disappearance
2014
Plays Torstein
The Last King
2016
Plays Øyvind
Last Ride
2023
Plays Fangstmann
Operation Arctic
2014
Plays Tormund Giantsbane
Game of Thrones The IMAX Experience
2015
Producer
Plays Steinar Hovland
Beck 43 - Haunted by the Past
2021
Plays Steinar Hovland
Beck: The Last Day
2016
Producer
Plays Steinar Hovland
Beck 48 - Quid Pro Quo
2023
Plays Steinar Hovland
Beck 38 - The Devil's Advocate
2018
Plays Mann 2
Manhunt
2008
Plays Steinar Hovland
Beck 37 - Without Intent
2018
Producer
Plays Steinar Hovland
Beck 36 - The Thin Ice
2018
Producer
Plays Steinar Hovland
Beck 35 - Your Own Blood
2018
Producer
Plays Steinar Hovland
Beck 49 - Inferno
2023
Producer
Plays Steinar Hovland
Beck 44 - Rage Room
2022
Plays Steinar Hovland
Beck - Den förlorade sonen
2021
Plays Steinar Hovland
Beck 33 - End of the Road
2016
Plays Steinar Hovland
Beck 32 - Steinar
2016
Plays Steinar Hovland
Beck 39 - Undercover
2020
Plays Percy
The Wendy Effect
2015
TV Shows
Plays Tormund Giantsbane
Game of Thrones
2011
Plays Steinar Hovland
Beck
1999
Plays Jim Olsen
Fox Grønland
2001
Plays Andvari (voice)
Twilight of the Gods
2024
Plays Erik
TWIN
2019
Plays Professor Jensen Lind
The Iris Affair
2025
Plays Ben
Størst av alt
2007
Plays Ole Vik
Sogn Murders
2026
Plays Programleder
Olav
2021
Plays Nivellen
The Witcher
2019
Plays Florian de Groot
The Gentlemen
2024
Plays Jormungandr (voice)
DuckTales
2017
Plays Tormod
Lilyhammer
2012
Latest Trailers
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In the Grey
Full Filmography
Sogn Murders
Ole Vik · 4 episodes
2026
TV
In the Grey
Axel Olsson
2026
Film
The Iris Affair
Professor Jensen Lind · 8 episodes
2025
TV
Afterburn
General Volkov
2025
Film
Twilight of the Gods
Andvari (voice) · 8 episodes
2024
TV
The Gentlemen
Florian de Groot · 1 episode
2024
TV
Red One
Krampus
2024
Film
Long Distance
Dwayne
2024
Film
Last Ride
Øyvind
2023
Film
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Kristofer Hivju and where are they from?
Kristofer Hivju is 47 years old, born on December 7, 1978 in Oslo, Norway.
What are the most famous roles of Kristofer Hivju?
Kristofer Hivju is best known for roles in The Fate of the Furious, After Earth, The Thing.
How many movies has Kristofer Hivju been in?
Over a 21-year career (since 2005), Kristofer Hivju has appeared in 31 movies and 12 TV shows.
What was Kristofer Hivju's first movie?
The career of Kristofer Hivju began with Closework (2005).
What is Kristofer Hivju's most recent movie or series?
Kristofer Hivju's most recent release is In the Grey, which premiered on May 13, 2026.
What TV shows has Kristofer Hivju appeared in?
On television, Kristofer Hivju has appeared in Game of Thrones, The Witcher, The Gentlemen, DuckTales.
Kristofer Hivju
1978-12-07 · Oslo, Norway
Kristofer Hivju (born 7 December 1978) is a Norwegian actor. He is best known for playing the roles of Tormund Giantsbane in the HBO fantasy series Game of Thrones and Connor Rhodes in The Fate of the Furious.