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Headhunter 2009

★ 6.057 votes102 min📅 2009-08-28

In *Headhunter (2009)*, former investigative journalist Martin Vinge trades his microphone for a corporate hunting rifle when he's recruited by N.F. Sieger, the enigmatic 85-year-old patriarch of Denmark's largest shipping and oil empire.

Director: Rumle Hammerich

Cast

Lars Mikkelsen
Lars Mikkelsen
Martin Vinge
David Bateson
David Bateson
Dr. Liebmann
Charlotte Fich
Charlotte Fich
Pernille
Samuel Fröler
Samuel Fröler
Roland Berger
Andrea Vagn Jensen
Andrea Vagn Jensen
Anne Louise Sieger
Henning Moritzen
Henning Moritzen
Niels Frederiks Sieger
Charlotte Munck
Charlotte Munck
Nina
Burkhard Forstreuter
Burkhard Forstreuter
Christian Vestergaard
Søren Spanning
Søren Spanning
Vestergaards stemme (voice)
Troels Lyby
Troels Lyby
Troels

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Headhunter (2009) about?

The film follows Martin Vinge, a disgraced journalist turned headhunter, who's hired to secretly find a successor to the aging CEO of Denmark's largest shipping empire. As he searches for the perfect candidate, Martin uncovers sinister family secrets and corporate conspiracies that threaten to consume him.

Who directed Headhunter?

Rumle Hammerich directed *Headhunter (2009)*, bringing a sharp, atmospheric style to this corporate thriller.

Who stars in Headhunter?

The film stars Lars Mikkelsen as Martin Vinge, alongside David Bateson, Charlotte Fich, Samuel Fröler, and Andrea Vagn Jensen in pivotal roles.

Is Headhunter (2009) worth watching?

With its tight plot and stellar cast, *Headhunter (2009)* delivers a gripping take on power and deception in the corporate world. Though not widely rated, its tense pacing and moral ambiguity make it a solid pick for thriller fans.

How long is Headhunter?

The film runs for 102 minutes, offering a compact but intense viewing experience.

About Headhunter (2009) — A Danish corporate thriller on ambition and betrayal

In *Headhunter (2009)*, former investigative journalist Martin Vinge trades his microphone for a corporate hunting rifle when he's recruited by N.F. Sieger, the enigmatic 85-year-old patriarch of Denmark's largest shipping and oil empire. Tasked with discreetly identifying a successor to Sieger's son—who's deemed unfit to lead—Martin dives into the murky waters of power, legacy, and betrayal. As he uncovers the hidden ambitions and dark secrets lurking beneath the polished surface of the Sieger dynasty, Martin finds himself entangled in a high-stakes game where loyalty is currency and every deal could be a trap.

Rumle Hammerich crafts this slick Scandinavian thriller with a gritty edge, blending corporate intrigue with the personal demons of its protagonist. The film crackles with tension as Martin navigates a world where ambition and morality blur, anchored by Lars Mikkelsen's brooding intensity and a cast that delivers sharp, nuanced performances. Atmospherically charged and morally ambiguous, *Headhunter (2009)* is a pulse-pounding exploration of ambition, family, and the price of influence.