By DAILY MAIL REPORTER
So he can do nice: Alexander Skarsgard on the set of his new movie What Maisie Knew today in New York
His blood-sucking vampire character Eric Northman would be enough to strike the fear of God into any young child.
But True Blood star Alexander Skarsgard is seen here in a role which could not be any more incongruous - as a doting daddy.
The 34-year-old actor was on the set of his new movie, What Maisie Knew, shooting scenes with his on-screen daughter in New York today.
Fun times: He was shooting scenes with his on-screen daughter and was the epitome of a doting father
In one shot, he is seen lifting the little girl up by her hands, while in another she swings off his arms with a huge grin on her face.
Alexander plays the role of an art dealer going through a tumultuous divorce with his rock star wife.
What a difference: As evil Vampire Eric Northman in True Blood
The film follows the story of how their split impacts on their six-year-old daughter.
It has only just started filming and there are few details on the movie, which is set for release next year.
Toned torso: The 34-year-old actor has a microphone attached by a set worker, revealing his trim physique
It will also feature Julianne Moore, Steve Coogan and little-known Scottish actress, Joanna Vanderham.
The 20-year-old blonde was also spotted on location, shooting scenes where she was holding the little girl's hand while talking on her phone.
Swedish actor Alexander - best known for his role in True Blood alongside the likes of Anna Paquin - is the son of veteran actor Stellan Skarsgard.
Hand in hand: His on-screen daughter with Scottish actress Joanna Vanderham, who was also on set
Quick break: Skarsgard takes a seat as he has some time out between takes
source: dailymail