Kaarlo Saarnio - Actor Profile

Kaarlo Saarnio

Acting
Updated: May 12, 2026
50Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Dec 20, 1885
Birth Place: Rääkkylä, Finland

Kaarlo Saarnio Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Kaarlo Saarnio reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Kaarlo Saarnio's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 50% of Kaarlo Saarnio'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 Mr. Elanto, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Kaarlo Saarnio Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Kaarlo Saarnio's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Kaarlo Saarnio has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1961 The Scarlet Dove (uncredited) Average Similar →
1958 Kahden ladun poikki (uncredited) Super Hit Similar →
1957 Niskavuori taistelee Rovasti Average Similar →
1957 1918 (uncredited) Super Hit Similar →
1957 Pekka ja Pätkä salapoliiseina (uncredited) Average Similar →
1954 Opri - Super Hit Similar →
1954 Taikayö Jönsson (uncredited) Super Hit Similar →
1954 Niskavuoren Aarne (uncredited) Average Similar →
1954 Scarlet Week Usher Average Similar →
1953 The Milkmaid Professor Average Similar →
1953 Tyttö kuunsillalta (uncredited) Average Similar →
1953 Jälkeen syntiinlankeemuksen (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1953 Pekka Puupää Konstaapeli (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1952 Niskavuoren Heta Jokinen Average Similar →
1952 Salakuljettajan laulu Kyläläinen Average Similar →
1952 Yhden yön hinta (uncredited) Average Similar →
1952 Radio tulee hulluksi - Average Similar →
1950 Köyhä laulaja (uncredited) Super Hit Similar →
1949 Serenaadiluutnantti (uncredited) Average Similar →
1948 Ruusu ja kulkuri Grandpa Super Hit Similar →
1948 Soita minulle, Helena! Vicar Average Similar →
1946 Naimisiin päiväksi - Super Hit Similar →
1945 Vastamyrkky Kaarina and Elsa's Father Super Hit Similar →
1945 Anna Liisa - Super Hit Similar →
1944 Ballaadi - Super Hit Similar →
1943 Kirkastettu sydän Matti Average Similar →
1943 Varuskunnan "pikku" morsian - Super Hit Similar →
1942 Onni pyörii - Average Similar →
1941 Kulkurin valssi (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1940 Ketunhäntä kainalossa (uncredited) Super Hit Similar →
1940 Eulalia-täti - Super Hit Similar →
1940 Tottisalmen perillinen Perenius Average Similar →
1939 Isoviha Pastor Petrelius Hit Similar →
1939 Avoveteen pelastusarmeijalainen Super Hit Similar →
1939 Halveksittu (uncredited) Super Hit Similar →
1939 Helmikuun manifesti (uncredited) Average Similar →
1939 Eteenpäin – elämään (uncredited) Super Hit Similar →
1939 Hätävara Doctor (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1938 Elinan surma Kerjäläinen Super Hit Similar →
1938 The Women of Niskavuori (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1937 Juurakon Hulda Hulda's Grandfather (uncredited) Average Similar →
1937 Koskenlaskijan morsian (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1937 Ja alla oli tulinen järvi Mäkiriutta (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1936 Onnenpotku (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1936 VMV 6 Fisherman (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1935 Kaikki rakastavat Deaf Headmaster (uncredited) Average Similar →
1930 Mr. Elanto - Super Hit Similar →
1930 Kajastus (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1930 Kahden tanssin välillä (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1926 Murtovarkaus Ukonniemi Super Hit Similar →

Kaarlo Saarnio - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Kaarlo Saarnio?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Kaarlo Saarnio is "Mr. Elanto" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Kaarlo Saarnio acted in?

Kaarlo Saarnio has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Kaarlo Saarnio?

Other notable films include "Anna Liisa", "Opri", and "Avoveteen".

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