
Emil Johnsen
ActingAbout Emil Johnsen
A Scandinavian actor known for Corridor (2012) Ego ( 2013 ) and Guidance ( 2009 ). He grew up in Botswana, Africa with five elder siblings, and parents working as doctors. His English/German/Jewish mother, and Norwegian father, brought their big family from urban city life to the rural African villages of Maun and Molepolole, where Emil spent most of his childhood and early teenage years. His interest for acting started already as a young boy when he starred in the school theatre plays and his mother came from a family of Jewish actors, artists and musicians, but after the war they were spread all over the world. Coming back to Norway as a teenager, Emil started to pursue his acting career, and he left for New York City and Lee Strasberg Theatre Institute.
Emil Johnsen Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Emil Johnsen reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 21 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Emil Johnsen's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 10% of Emil Johnsen's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Narvik, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Emil Johnsen Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Emil Johnsen's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Emil Johnsen has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Kalak | Jan | Average | Similar → |
| 2022 | Narvik | Ordføreren | Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | BBQ & Apocalypse | Sofus | Flop | Similar → |
| 2021 | HIM | Eirik | Average | Similar → |
| 2020 | Post-War | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2020 | The Cock-Swan | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2017 | The Ice Cream Truck | The Ice Cream Man | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | Framing Mom | Mikkel | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | All the Beauty | David (33) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | Ego | Erik | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | All That Matters Is Past | Mads | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | Varg Veum - Black Sheep | Hans Hauge | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | Cornelis | "Eva" | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | Norwegian Ninja | Linsa | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | Corridor | Frank | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | Guidance | Carl | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Upperdog | Jonas | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | 1944 The Final Defence | Soldier | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | Before You Hit the Ground | Aston | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | Kim Novak Never Swam in Genesaret's Lake | Lasse Schiefmaul | Average | Similar → |
| 2004 | Softcom Worldwide | - | Flop | Similar → |
Emil Johnsen - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Emil Johnsen?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Emil Johnsen is "Narvik" with a rating of 6.8/10.
How many movies has Emil Johnsen acted in?
Emil Johnsen has been featured in at least 21 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Emil Johnsen?
Other notable films include "Framing Mom", "Upperdog", and "Ego".




