Erling Haaland to make film acting debut – as a Viking called Haaland
Summary
Manchester City soccer player Erling Haaland will voice an animated version of himself in a new film called Viqueens. The movie tells a story about two Viking girls who travel from Norway to China and explore new skills and friendship.Key Facts
- Erling Haaland will act as the voice of an animated Viking named Haaland in the film Viqueens.
- The film is directed and co-written by Harald Zwart, who also directed The Karate Kid.
- The story follows two Viking girls traveling from Norway to China, learning about dragon kites, fireworks, and kung fu.
- The film includes actress Rita Ora and Ella Purnell as lead characters, and Alan Carr in a smaller role.
- Haaland joined Manchester City in 2022 and is currently the top scorer in the 2025-26 Premier League season with 26 goals.
- The movie is planned to be released around Christmas.
- Director Zwart said Haaland is seen as a modern Viking icon for his strength and Norwegian heritage.
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