Mikael Blomkvist is a co-protagonist of the Millennium series. An investigative journalist with a reputation for exposing financial crimes, he co-owns and writes for Millennium magazine in Stockholm.
When readers first meet Blomkvist in The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo, he has just lost a libel case that damaged his credibility. The Harriet Vanger investigation restores his reputation and introduces him to Lisbeth Salander, beginning a partnership that spans the entire series. Blomkvist provides traditional investigative skills, media connections, and a public face for their joint work, while Salander contributes her hacking expertise and willingness to cross legal lines.
Blomkvist has been portrayed on screen by Michael Nyqvist in the Swedish film adaptations and Daniel Craig in the American version directed by David Fincher.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Mikael Blomkvist?
Mikael Blomkvist is an investigative journalist and co-owner of Millennium magazine. He partners with hacker Lisbeth Salander throughout the series to expose corporate corruption, organized crime, and government conspiracies in Sweden.
What is Mikael Blomkvist's relationship with Lisbeth Salander?
Blomkvist and Salander have a complex professional and personal relationship. They meet when Salander researches Blomkvist for a client, then work together on the Harriet Vanger case. Their partnership combines his journalism connections with her hacking abilities.
What books feature Mikael Blomkvist?
Mikael Blomkvist appears in all seven Millennium novels, from The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo through The Girl in the Eagle’s Talons. He serves as a viewpoint character whose investigations drive the plots alongside Salander.