Films:
* Casino Royale (2006): Perhaps his most well-known role, he played the iconic villain Le Chiffre, a ruthless banker who bonds with James Bond.
* The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo (2011): He reprised his role as the enigmatic and dangerous villain, Alexander Zalachenko, from the first novel in Stieg Larsson's Millennium trilogy.
* The Girl Who Played with Fire (2009): Another appearance as Zalachenko in the sequel to "The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo."
* The Killing (2007): He played a pivotal role in this Danish crime drama as the father of a murdered girl.
* The Green Knight (2021): Christensen took on the role of the enigmatic and powerful sorcerer, the Lord.
* The Salvation (2014): A Western film where Christensen plays the antagonist, a ruthless outlaw named Major Devereux.
* The Hunt (2012): He portrays the father of the young victim in this controversial drama about a man falsely accused of child abuse.
* Dark Water (2005): Christensen played the role of the building's mysterious superintendent in this American horror film.
* Flame & Citron (2008): He had a supporting role in this historical drama about two Danish resistance fighters during World War II.
* The Bridge (2011): He appeared in this Swedish-Danish crime thriller as a key character involved in the investigation of a serial killer.
Television:
* Borgen (2010-2013): Christensen played the role of the enigmatic and powerful spin doctor, Birger.
* The Killing (2011-2014): He appeared in the American adaptation of the Danish crime drama, playing the same role as he did in the original series.
* The Crown (2016): Christensen played the role of the powerful and influential Danish Prime Minister, Poul Schlüter, in this historical drama series.
* The Last Kingdom (2015-2020): He had a recurring role as the ambitious and cunning King Cnut the Great in this historical drama series.
* The Witcher (2019-present): Christensen played the role of the mysterious and ancient mage, Hemrik, in this fantasy series.
Other Notable Projects:
* Hamlet (1990): Christensen played the role of the treacherous Polonius in this critically acclaimed film adaptation of Shakespeare's famous play.
* The Idiots (1998): He starred in this Danish comedy-drama film directed by Lars von Trier, earning international acclaim for his performance.
Jesper Christensen has a long and varied career, playing a wide range of characters, from complex villains to memorable supporting roles. He has become a highly respected and sought-after actor, recognized for his versatility and ability to inhabit each role with nuance and authenticity.