Lars Simonsen

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Characters played by Lars Simonsen

Sten Rasmussen — The Price of Peace (2026)

Minor character in the second film.

Sten — Into the Darkness (2020)

Cameo character in the first film.

Sten — Out of the Darkness (2022)

Cameo role, brief appearance in a wartime social or professional setting.

Erik — Twist and Shout (1984)

Erik is one of the two best friends at the center of the story and is portrayed as somber and burdened by family life. He cares for his home-bound mentally ill mother while his strict father rules his life. Erik also desires an unattainable girl, linking his private longing to the wider conflict with controlling adults.

Poul Aggersoee — Barbara (1997)

The new pastor for the Vágar parish. Despite warnings about Barbara, he marries her. He prioritizes his religious duty during a Christmas visit to Mykines, which indirectly causes Barbara to leave him for Andreas. He later confronts Andreas over the situation.

Career Overview

Lars Simonsen has 28 screen credits in a career dating back to 1984. Their work spans 3 cinematic universes — most prominently Into the Darkness with 3 titles. Signature works include In the Sun, Twist and Shout, Barbara. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
Acting
Gender
male
Known Credits
28
Birth Date
1963-09-19
Birth Place
Odense, Danmark

Known For

Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 3 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q1797678), public domain (CC0).