Count Axel

Count Axel is a comedy that takes place somewhere in the Nordic countries in 1783. It's a classic comedy about mixed identities, with strong elements of contemporary humour and satire.

Cast

Peter Frödin

as Axel

Sofie Gråbøl

as Leonora Amalie

Nicolaj Kopernikus

as William

Lasse Lunderskov

as Poul

Ole Thestrup

as Ridefogeden

Jens Arentzen

as Richard

Tomas Villum Jensen

as Peter

Ghita Nørby

as Baronesse Gjerløv

Ole Ernst

as Kroejer

Henning Jensen

as Provsten

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