Jan Sælid

Acting

Freshness: Jan 13, 2026

17Total Films

8.5 Highest Rated

Born: May 16, 1970

Birth Place: Oslo, Norway

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Jan Sælid 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 Jan Sælid'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 35% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Jan Sælid remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Downfall of Santa Claus, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Jan Sælid Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Jan Sælid's career based on audience ratings.

★8.5

The Downfall of Santa Claus (2018) movie poster

★8.5

The Downfall of Santa Claus — Christmas is supposed to be a magical time, but instead it’s dire times for Santa Claus. His whole existence is fading,

The Downfall of Santa Claus

2018•Animation

★7.0

★7.0

Don't Look Back — The body of a local teenage girl named Annie was found by an idyllic pond in the woods. The suspect list grows indefinit

Don't Look Back

2000•Crime

★7.0

★7.0

Jackie — Taxi driver Rolf fears losing his wife Turid and sees her new colleague as a threat.

Jackie

2012•Drama

★6.9

Christmas on Cobbler Street (2023) movie poster

★6.9

Christmas on Cobbler Street — It's just before Christmas, and Stine (9) arrives in Cobbler street all by herself. There she seeks shelter at Shoemaker

Christmas on Cobbler Street

2023•Family

★6.8

★6.8

Operation Mummy — When a mummy display arrives in Elvestad, numerous unexplainable accidents happen to the employees at the museum. Rumors

Operation Mummy

2019•Family

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Jan Sælid.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2024	The Snow Sister	Henrik	Hit	Similar →
2023	Christmas on Cobbler Street	Bakemester Snipp	Hit	Similar →
2023	Peer Gynt	Bøygen	Flop	Similar →
2022	Possession	Lauritz Smith	Flop	Similar →
2019	The Birds	Bonden	Flop	Similar →
2019	Operation Mummy	Vakt 3	Hit	Similar →
2018	The Downfall of Santa Claus	Santa Claus	Super Hit	Similar →
2014	Chasing Berlusconi	Viggo	Flop	Similar →
2014	Escalator	-	Average	Similar →
2012	Jackie	Rolf	Hit	Similar →
2011	Curling King	Espen	Average	Similar →
2006	The Department	Rikard	Flop	Similar →
2006	Free Jimmy	Roy Arnie (voice)	Flop	Similar →
2005	Izzat	Kula	Average	Similar →
2000	Ballen i øyet	Lege 1	Flop	Similar →
2000	Don't Look Back	Raymond Låke	Hit	Similar →
1997	Blessed Are Those Who Thirst	Palm	Flop	Similar →

Jan Sælid - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Jan Sælid?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jan Sælid is "The Downfall of Santa Claus" with a rating of 8.5/10.

How many movies has Jan Sælid acted in?

Jan Sælid has been featured in at least 17 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Jan Sælid?

Other notable films include "Don't Look Back", "Jackie", and "Christmas on Cobbler Street".