Updated Feb 20, 2026
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Actor
Occupations
Film actor, Screenwriter, Television actor, Film director, Director
Birthday
(Tuesday)
Died
Nationality
Citizenship
France
Languages
French
Children
2 children
Zodiac Sign
♒ Aquarius
Chinese Zodiac
牛 Ox
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Niels Arestrup is known for acting.
Born in Montreuil, Seine [now Seine-Saint-Denis], France (died at age 75).
4 awards including César Award for Best Supporting Actor.
Niels Arestrup has 36 credits in our database.
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Filmography (36)
AWARDS (7)
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Officer of the Legion of Honour
2016
WON
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Officer of the National Order of Merit
2011
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César Award for Best Supporting Actor
2010
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Knight of the Legion of Honour
2006
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Biography
Niels Arestrup was a French actor, film director and screenwriter. His father was Danish and his mother was French. He has won two César Awards for Best Supporting Actor for De battre mon cœur s'est arrêté and Un prophète, both films where he was directed by Jacques Audiard.
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How old was Niels Arestrup?
Niels Arestrup was born on and passed away on at the age of 75.
Where was Niels Arestrup born?
Niels Arestrup was born in Montreuil, Seine [now Seine-Saint-Denis], France.
What movies or shows has Niels Arestrup been in?
Niels Arestrup has 36 credits in our database. Notable titles include Divertimento (2023), Return to Montauk (2017), Baron noir (2016), Papa lumière (2015), 96 hours (2014).
What is Niels Arestrup known for?
Niels Arestrup is primarily known as an actor. Niels Arestrup was a French actor, film director and screenwriter. His father was Danish and his mother was French. He has won two César Awards…
Where can I find more information about Niels Arestrup?
You can find more about Niels Arestrup on IMDB, TMDB, Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.
