Stockholm Bloodbath (film)

The Stockholm Bloodbath is a 2024 Swedish historical action film directed by Mikael Håfström. It dramatizes the events leading up to and including the Stockholm Bloodbath of 1520, a series of events where numerous Swedish nobles were executed by the Danish King Christian II following his reconquest of Sweden. The film focuses on the political machinations and personal stories surrounding the conflict between Swedish independence supporters and the Danish crown. The cast includes notable Swedish and Danish actors portraying historical figures such as King Christian II, Kristina Gyllenstierna, and Gustav Vasa. The film has been subject to discussion regarding its historical accuracy and artistic license in portraying a significant event in Swedish history.