Gösta Ekman
ActingAbout Gösta Ekman
Frans Gösta Viktor Ekman (28 December 1890 – 12 January 1938) was a Swedish actor. Generally spoken of as Swedish theatre's most legendary stage actor, Gösta Ekman enjoyed a prolific stage career during his short life, becoming the first real star of Swedish theatre. His boyish good looks attracted both sexes, helping to create a massive cult following and elevating him to the status of a living legend. Combined with a beautiful voice and a powerful stage presence, Ekman was able to captivate his audiences.
Gösta Ekman Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Gösta Ekman reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 43 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Gösta Ekman's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 60% of Gösta Ekman'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 Stjärnbilder, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Gösta Ekman Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Gösta Ekman's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Gösta Ekman has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | Los 5 Faust de F. W. Murnau | Himself / Faust (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Ingrid Bergman Remembered | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Stjärnbilder | (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Minns ni? | (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Gösta Ekman - En levande legend | Various (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | Only a Dream | Konrad von X | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Än en gång Gösta Ekman | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Witches' Night | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Intermezzo | Professor Holger Brandt | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Johan Ulfstjerna | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Longing | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Kungen kommer | Leonard Pettersson / Carl XV | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Swedenhielms | Rolf Swedenhielm | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Do You Remember? | (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | København, Kalundborg og -? | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Två man om en änka | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Dear Relatives | Claes af Leijonstam | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Kanske en diktare | Filip | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Scattered Pages | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | Make the World a Paradise For Me | Gunnar Lanner | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | For Her Sake | Gunnar Lanner | Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | The Last Night | Marc-Anton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | Gustaf Wasa, Part Two | Gustaf Eriksson Wasa | Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | Gustaf Wasa, Part One | Gustaf Eriksson Wasa | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | A Perfect Gentleman | Marquis Robert de Luny & Jean Coubert | Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | His English Wife | Ivor Willington | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | The Golden Clown | Joe Higgins, klovnen | Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | Faust | Faust | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | Charles XII | Karl XII | Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | The Young Nobleman | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | Carl XII:s Courier | Axel Roos | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1922 | A Scarlet Angel | Henry Warden | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1922 | Love's Crucible | Bertram | Hit | Similar → |
| 1921 | A Fortune Hunter | Lars Wiwalt | Hit | Similar → |
| 1920 | The Gyurkovics Boys | Geza Gyurkovics | Flop | Similar → |
| 1920 | Family Traditions | Ernst | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1920 | Thora van Deken | Bjerring | Average | Similar → |
| 1920 | The Bomb | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1918 | Puss in Boots | Karl Konstantin Kattrup, "Mästerkatten" | Flop | Similar → |
| 1913 | The Unknown Woman | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1912 | The Gardener | Trädgårdsmästarens son | Flop | Similar → |
| 1912 | The Sisters | Detective | Hit | Similar → |
| 1911 | Stockholm’s Temptations | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
Gösta Ekman - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Gösta Ekman?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Gösta Ekman is "Stjärnbilder" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Gösta Ekman acted in?
Gösta Ekman has been featured in at least 43 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Gösta Ekman?
Other notable films include "Witches' Night", "Johan Ulfstjerna", and "Stockholm’s Temptations".