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Sven-Ole Thorsen
★ Acting

Sven-Ole Thorsen

Born 1944 · København, Danmark · Active 1975–2025

Born in 1944 in Denmark, Sven-Ole Thorsen is an actor and former strongman who made his mark in the action genre. He appears as a formidable presence in Red Heat (1988), where his physicality complements the film's explosive energy. Thorsen also showcases his skills in Nemesis (1992) and Cyborg 2 (1993), both of which highlight his ability to navigate the gritty landscapes of cult cinema. His background as Denmark's Strongest Man in 1983 adds an intriguing layer to his roles, making him a notable figure in the realm of exploitation and action films.

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Nemesis

Nemesis

1992 ★ 5.4
as Interrogation Cyborg (uncredited)

In the future, chaos is rampant as 'information terrorists' threaten to destroy order in society. Alex is a part-man, part-machine LAPD cop who is the best at what he does. When one of the terrorists calls him a machine, Alex questions his humanity and decides to leave the force. His final assignment is to apprehend an old colleague who has stolen some data. However, there is more than meets the eye and Alex must question his allegiance.

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Filmography

87 credits
2020s 2 credits
2023
Agnes II as Sexet 6-tal (voice)
TV
2010s 2 credits
2011
Ronal the Barbarian as Generalen (stemme)
Movie ★ 6.1
2010
TV ★ 1.0
2000s 16 credits
2009
Kristian as Sven Ole
TV ★ 4.8
2007
TV ★ 7.3
2005
Movie ★ 6.4
2004
Movie ★ 5.8
2004
The Gristle as Butcher Boy
Movie ★ 6.3
2003
The Rundown as Goon (uncredited)
Movie ★ 6.5
2003
Charlie's Angels: Full Throttle as Machine Gun Mongol (uncredited)
Movie ★ 5.5
2003
Movie ★ 5.6
2002
Ultimate Fights from the Movies as Tigris of Gaul (Gladiator) (archive footage)
Movie ★ 5.1
2002
Movie ★ 6.4
2001
Extreme Honor as Baker's Bodyguard #1
Movie ★ 4.4
2001
Route 666 as Russian Hitman
Movie ★ 5.1
2000
Gladiator as Tiger
Movie ★ 8.2
2000
Conan Unchained: The Making of 'Conan' as Thorgrim (archive footage)
Movie ★ 6.8
2000
The Alternate as Secret Service Agent
Movie ★ 3.2
1990s 36 credits
1999
Foolish as Paris
Movie ★ 6.0
1999
Movie ★ 6.1
1999
Facade as General Schweinkopf (as Sven Ole-Thorsen)
Movie ★ 3.9
1999
The 13th Warrior as Would Be King
Movie ★ 6.7
1998
Movie ★ 5.9
1998
Winchell as German Man
Movie ★ 6.3
1997
Kull the Conqueror as King Borna
Movie ★ 5.0
1997
Movie ★ 4.0
1997
The Undercover Kid as Terrorist #1
Movie ★ 4.7
1997
Movie ★ 5.7
1997
Movie ★ 10.0
1996
Bulletproof as Gunman at Motel (uncredited)
Movie ★ 5.7
1995
Mallrats as La Fours
Movie ★ 6.8
1995
No Exit as Darcona
Movie ★ 4.7
1995
Movie ★ 5.2
1995
Movie ★ 3.6
1995
Movie ★ 6.5
1995
TV ★ 6.3
1994
Movie ★ 5.2
1994
A Low Down Dirty Shame as Mob Boss Bodyguard (uncredited)
Movie ★ 5.7
1994
Aaahh!!! Real Monsters as Lars Halverson (voice)
TV ★ 7.8
1993
Hard Target as Stephan
Movie ★ 6.5
1993
Cyborg 2 as Doorman
Movie ★ 4.3
1993
Movie ★ 6.9
1993
Nowhere to Run as Prisoner
Movie ★ 6.5
1993
Movie ★ 6.5
1993
Walker, Texas Ranger as Gym Fighter
TV ★ 7.0
1992
Nemesis as Interrogation Cyborg (uncredited)
Movie ★ 5.4
1992
Dead On: Relentless II as Mechanic (as Patrick Vergano)
Movie ★ 5.5
1992
Lethal Weapon 3 as Henchman #2
Movie ★ 6.7
1991
Movie ★ 6.3
1991
Terminator 2: Judgment Day as Mall Security Guard (uncredited)
Movie ★ 8.2
1991
Captain Power: The Beginning as Lieutenant Michael 'Tank' Ellis
Movie ★ 6.7
1990
Movie ★ 3.5
1990
The Hunt for Red October as Russian COB (Red October)
Movie ★ 7.4
1990
The Flash as Omega
TV ★ 7.4
1980s 17 credits
1989
Pink Cadillac as Birthright Thug
Movie ★ 5.5
1989
TV ★ 6.0
1988
Twins as Sam Klane
Movie ★ 6.0
1988
Red Heat as Nikolai
Movie ★ 6.2
1987
Movie ★ 6.5
1987
Overboard as Olaf, Stayton Flunky (uncredited)
Movie ★ 6.8
1987
Predator as Russian Officer (uncredited)
Movie ★ 7.6
1987
Lethal Weapon as Mercenary
Movie ★ 7.3
1987
Movie ★ 8.0
1987
Movie ★ 8.0
1987
TV ★ 7.5
1986
Raw Deal as Patrovita's Bearded Bodyguard (uncredited)
Movie ★ 5.8
1986
Raw Deal as Mike Johnson
Movie ★ 5.8
1985
Red Sonja as Bodyguard of Lord Brytag (uncredited)
Movie ★ 5.4
1984
Movie ★ 6.1
1983
The A-Team as Rolf
TV ★ 7.5
1982
Movie ★ 6.8
1970s 2 credits
1977
Watch Your Back, Professor! as (Russisk) Håndlanger
Movie ★ 5.0
1975
Movie ★ 5.1
Crew Credits
2000s 1 credit
2001
Movie ★ 5.6
1990s 10 credits
1999
End of Days Utility Stunts
Movie ★ 6.1
1998
Soldier Stunts
Movie ★ 6.4
1997
Movie ★ 6.9
1996
Eraser Stunts
Movie ★ 6.1
1996
Movie ★ 5.7
1995
Mallrats Stunts
Movie ★ 6.8
1994
Movie ★ 5.7
1992
Movie ★ 7.5
1992
Movie ★ 5.5
1992
Movie ★ 5.4
1980s 1 credit
1989
Movie ★ 6.6