Who is Niko in Niko: Beyond the Northern Lights?

Young reindeer protagonist with a fear of heights, determined to join Santa's Flying Forces.

Who plays Niko in Niko: Beyond the Northern Lights?

Niko is played by Matthew Whelan.

Niko's abilities include reindeer agility, flying determination, leadership, courage.

Niko has 9 mapped relationships in Niko: Beyond the Northern Lights. Explore the interactive relationship map for details.

Niko — professional — Joulupukki (Veikko Honkanen)
Niko dreams of joining Joulupukki's Flying Forces and seeks his approval
Niko — alliance — Lemming (voice) (Doireann Ní Chorragáin)
Lemming is Niko's loyal friend and companion throughout the first film
Niko — alliance — Stella (Emma Jenkins)
Teammates searching for Santa's sleigh in the sequel
Niko — conflict — Blitzen / Donner / Nillá (Brenda McDonald)
Initial rivalry and competition for Santa's team selection before becoming teammates
Niko — Social Friend — Jonni (Harry Weld-Moore)
Friend in the reindeer community
Niko — Social Friend — Lilli (Lucy Smith)
Friend in the reindeer community
Niko — Alliance Teammate — Prancer / Cupid / Siigur / Leo Lemming / Lasse Lemming / Lemmings (Paul Tylak)
Fellow reindeer in Santa's Flying Forces
Niko — Alliance Teammate — Stella (Emma Jenkins)
Fellow reindeer in Santa's Flying Forces
Niko — Family Father — Einar / Dasher (Roger Gregg)
Niko's father who trains him in Santa's Flying Forces