Henning Mankell

Swedish crime fiction author and playwright, celebrated worldwide as the creator of detective Kurt Wallander and a defining voice of Scandinavian noir.

What do we know about Henning Mankell?

Here are the key biographical details about Henning Mankell:

  • Name: Henning Mankell
  • Date of Birth: February 3, 1948
  • Place of Birth: Stockholm, Stockholms län, Sweden
  • Date of Death: October 5, 2015
  • Gender: Male
  • Job Title: Writer
  • Crew Jobs: Characters, Story, Novel, Writer, Author

What is Henning Mankell known for?

Henning Mankell is a Swedish writer whose Wallander crime series inspired a remarkable range of screen adaptations. His most recognized works include:

  • Young Wallander (2020, TV Series)
  • Wallander (2008, TV Series)
  • Wallander (2005, TV Series)
  • Wallander: Mastermind (2005, Movie)
  • Wallander: Before the Frost (2005, Movie)
  • Wallander: The Courier (2009, Movie)
  • Wallander: The Revenge (2009, Movie)
  • Wallander: The Village Idiot (2005, Movie)
  • One Step Behind (2005, Movie)
  • Wallander: The Troubled Man (2013, Movie)

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