Essy Persson
ActingAbout Essy Persson
Essy Ingeborg Vilhelmina Persson is a Swedish stage and film actress most noted for her role in "I, a Woman" (1965). She started out on the theatre before being discovered by Swedish film director and cinematographer Mac Ahlberg. Later American producer Radley Metzger offered Essy a string of parts in international erotic films. She studied at the Art Academy Valand and Konstfack, University of Arts, Crafts and Designs, from 1981 to 1984 and became an artist.
Essy Persson Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Essy Persson reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 14 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Essy Persson's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 57% of Essy Persson'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 Love Is Not a Game, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Essy Persson Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Essy Persson's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Essy Persson has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | Blomstrande tider | Doris | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Väckning kl. 06.00 | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Love Is Not a Game | Agneta | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | Söderkåkar | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | Cry of the Banshee | Lady Patricia Whitman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | Therese and Isabelle | Therese | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | Vibration | Eliza | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | Mission Stardust | Thora | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | Devil's Girls | Betty Williams | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | Åsa-Nisse in Rocket Form | Journalist | Flop | Similar → |
| 1966 | Sadist | Nurse Berit | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | Strike First Freddy | Sonja | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | I, a Woman | Siv | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | Flygplan saknas | Eva | Super Hit | Similar → |
Essy Persson - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Essy Persson?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Essy Persson is "Love Is Not a Game" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Essy Persson acted in?
Essy Persson has been featured in at least 14 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Essy Persson?
Other notable films include "Blomstrande tider", "Flygplan saknas", and "Devil's Girls".