Tanja Jess - Actor Profile

Tanja Jess

Acting
Freshness: Jan 13, 2026
17Total Films
7.3 Highest Rated
Born: Jan 6, 1967
Birth Place: Karlsruhe, Germany

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Tanja Jess reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 17 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Tanja Jess's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.

The "Box Office" Signature

With a 29% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Tanja Jess remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Young Kees, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Tanja Jess Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Tanja Jess's career based on audience ratings.

★7.3
Young Kees (2003) movie poster
★7.3

Young Kees — Little boy Kees is based on the famous classical masterpiece by Theo Thijssen and deals with a twelve year old Amsterdam

Young Kees

2003•Drama
★7.1
Just Friends (2019) movie poster
★7.1

Just Friends — Joris is trying to come to terms with his broken family relationships on the 10th anniversary of his father’s death when

Just Friends

2019•Romance
★7.0
Hart op de Juiste Plek (2022) movie poster
★7.0

Hart op de Juiste Plek — In the romantic comedy Hart op de juiste plek, we see how the young and successful Eve (Stijn Fransen) lives her dream l

Hart op de Juiste Plek

2022•Romance
★6.8
My Grandpa the Bankrobber (2011) movie poster
★6.8

My Grandpa the Bankrobber — In order to find her father in Surinam Grace is forced to take some desperate measures. Grace is the only black child of

My Grandpa the Bankrobber

2011•Family
★6.7
De Zitting (2022) movie poster
★6.7

De Zitting — A popular prime minister candidate and a well-known thriller book writer face each other in court after she accuses him

De Zitting

2022•TV Movie

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Tanja Jess.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2022 De Zitting Wendell Ploch Hit Similar →
2022 Hart op de Juiste Plek Anthea Hit Similar →
2022 Amsterdam Undercover: The Dead Man from the Ice Susanne Verbeek Flop Similar →
2022 Amsterdam Undercover: The Girl Without a Name Bürgermeisterin Susanne Verbeek Flop Similar →
2021 Trollie: The Great Rescue Wendelin Flop Similar →
2020 Jackie & Oopjen Tandartsassistente Average Similar →
2020 Amsterdam Undercover: The missing child Verbeek Flop Similar →
2020 Amsterdam Undercover: Death in the harbor basin Susanne Verbeek Flop Similar →
2019 House of Salt Mathilda Flop Similar →
2019 Just Friends Simone Hit Similar →
2017 Oh Baby Kinderarts Flop Similar →
2011 Penny's Shadow Daphne Flop Similar →
2011 My Grandpa the Bankrobber Elles Hit Similar →
2007 HannaHannaH José Flop Similar →
2005 Leef! Jolande Average Similar →
2004 Hush Hush Baby Maja Average Similar →
2003 Young Kees Tante Jeanne Hit Similar →

Tanja Jess - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Tanja Jess?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Tanja Jess is "Young Kees" with a rating of 7.3/10.

How many movies has Tanja Jess acted in?

Tanja Jess has been featured in at least 17 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Tanja Jess?

Other notable films include "Just Friends", "Hart op de Juiste Plek", and "My Grandpa the Bankrobber".