The outstanding true story of Gustaf Håkansson, affectionately known as "Stålfarfar" or "Steel Grandpa", the Stockholm-based production company Trive Stories brings best-selling writer Jens Lapidus and award-winning producer Nicklas Wikström Nicastro to the big screen.

Title Steelgrandpathe feature film will be filmed in Sweden and will be filmed by famous director Mårten Klingberg ("Off Track"). The script, by Gudrun Giddings ("Secret World") and Cameron Johann ("A American in Austin"), tells the inspiring and humorous story of Håkansson, who were 65 years old, violated the competition officials who banned him from attending the first Sverigeloppet in 1951 because his age was because of his age. Anyway, he was uncomfortable riding this 6-day national bicycle tour without formal entry, eventually surpassing many competitors and becoming a Swedish beloved folk hero.

“This story is full of heart, just a story we want to advocate,” said Nicastro, whose film A Man named Ove is both a hit Swedish box office award and an Oscar nominee. He also co-produced "The Happiest Day in Olli Mäki's Life", winning a certain award in Cannes.

Joining the production was the producer Giddings, known for “fly paper and mercy”, Tora Greiff Bergström (“Paradis City”). The executive production team features industry veterans Jeff ("Crow") and Brent Shields ("The Magic of Ordinary Days"). Distribution in the Nordic region will be handled by Scanbox Entertainment.

Director Mårten Klingberg expressed his enthusiasm for the project: “I am very pleased and grateful to be asked to direct an exciting and inspiring person based on such exciting and inspiring people as Stålfarfar. As with my previous spirit, I hope to make a fun film with talented screenwriters, dedicated producers and distributors.”

For Giddings, the emotional depth of the story is key: “It is an honor to enter Stålfarfar’s world. Following his journey, from the midnight sun in the Arctic Circle to the southern coverage of Sweden, has been very touching. It is a true story that only makes it stronger, which makes it stronger. Mårten Klingberg’s vision and support of victory, we will bring this story to make this story a reality.

Wikstrom Nicastro added: “Based on the true story of Stålfarfar, the script has a lot of hearts and we work hard to produce and bring to local and global audiences. With this universal theme of Swedish story, we hope everyone has the opportunity to experience the intense spirit of Stålfarfar.”

"Steelgrandpa" will not only capture the exciting journey of a man who will not resign, but also capture the universal message of resilience, spirit and follow your passion at any age. The film is designed to attract local and global audiences with a creative team that combines Swedes and international talents.