Kristofer Hivju and Tom Wlaschiha, both known for their roles in Game of Thrones, are collaborating for the first time in a Norwegian-language road movie titled Uncle Egg. The film follows a young boy from northern Norway named Hauk who travels to Germany with his eccentric uncle to locate his biological father.
Tormund and Jaqen finally share a scene in Uncle Egg
For fans of Game of Thrones, the pairing of Kristofer Hivju and Tom Wlaschiha is a long-overdue cinematic meeting. while both actors were staples of the HBO series, their characters—the wildling Tormund Giantsbane and the Faceless Man Jaqen H'ghar—never actually crossed paths in Westeros. According to the soource, Wlaschiha's character was headed toward the Wall in season 2, but the plot diverted him to Harrenhal, while Hivju did not debut until season 3.
In Uncle Egg, the two actors move away from the high-fantasy violence of their previous collaboration. kristofer Hivju takes on the title role of the eccentric uncle, while Tom Wlaschiha portrays a character named Martin Möller.. This shift from supernatural assassins and giant-slayers to a grounded family drama marks a significant tonal departure for both performers.
A 'Rain Man for kids' journey to Germany
The narrative of Uncle Egg centers on a quest for identity, as the character Hauk embarks on a trip from northern Norway to Germany. The film is described as a road movie that tests the bond between the boy and his uncle as they encounter various obstacles. Kristofer Hivju has explicitly compared the premise to the classic film Rain Man, describing the project as "Rain Man for kids" in a social media video.
The production is a lean operation with a 90-minute runtime, focusing on the intimate chemistry between the leads. As the report says, the film also features Mikkel Knutsen Bjaadal as Hauk, who Hivju jokingly noted is "number one on the call sheet," effectively relegating the two veteran stars to the role of supporting players in the boy's journey.
The Norwegian Film Institute's Q3 2027 release window
Production for Uncle Egg is currently underway in Germany under the direction of Torfinn Iversen. The project is a collaborative effort produced by Julia Andersen, Fjordic Film, and Mideu Films. While the actors have vaguely described the release as happening "soon-ish" in promotional clips, official data provides a more distant timeline.
According to the Norwegian Film Institute, which has provided support for the project, the film is slated for release in the third quarter of 2027. The institute's records also confirm the original Norwegian title of the film is Onkel Egg, with "onkel" translating directly to "uncle" in English.
Moving beyond the spinoffs of Game of Thrones and Stranger Things
The decision for Kristofer Hivju and Tom Wlaschiha to lead an independent Norwegian production reflects a broader trend of ensemble stars from "mega-franchises" seeking smaller, character-driven work. Both actors have been part of massive global hits—Wlaschiha also appeared as Dmitri Antonov in season 4 of Stranger Things—yet neither has been integrated into the various spinoffs currently expanding the Game of Thrones universe.
By pivoting to a regional language film, these actors are leveraging their international profiles to bring attention to Norwegian cinema. This move mirrors a pattern where actors from high-budget American productions return to their native cinematic roots to explore roles that offer more emotional depth than the archetypal characters found in genre television.
Who is the biological father Hauk seeks?
Despite the available synopsis, several key plot points remain shrouded in mystery. The source does not reveal the identity of the biological father Hauk is searching for in Germany, nor does it specify the nature of the "challenges" the duo faces on the road. Furthermore, the report only presents the optimistic view of the actors and the production house; there is currently no critical feedback or third-party preview of the footage to indicate if the Rain Man comparison holds water.
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