Åke Lindman
ActingAbout Åke Lindman
Åke Leonard Lindman was a Finnish stage and screen actor, film and stage director. In his youth he was a football player, playing defence for the Finnish national team during the Olympics in Helsinki 1952. His breakthrough as an actor came with his role as the stubborn soldier Lehto in Edvin Laine's movie The Unknown Soldier from 1955.
Åke Lindman Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Åke Lindman reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Åke Lindman's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 58% of Åke Lindman'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 Vihdoinkin hääyö…, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Åke Lindman Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Åke Lindman's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Åke Lindman has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | A Little Christmas Story | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | Yöjuna | Kalevi Wallin, VR:n pääjohtaja | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | The Hunters | Åke Zetterlund | Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Lotat | Man Reading Aloud in Prologue | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Mannen utan ansikte | President (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Husbonden | Skipper | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | The Moon God | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Lain ulkopuolella | Principal | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Lysande landning | David Dreyer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Ondskans år | Uncle Gösta | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Jousiampuja | Eino Kanerva, "Eikka" | Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | Reds | Scandinavian Escort | Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | Genombrottet | TV-chefen | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | Misfire | Rurik Lindgren | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | An Unknown Friend | inspector Olavi Susikoski | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | Telefon | Lieutenant Alexandrov | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | Laukaus Kyproksessa | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | Teerenpeliä | Technical Manager (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | Villin Pohjolan kulta | Joel Vorna | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | Hän varasti elämän | Oke Järvinen | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Älä nuolase… | (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | Kertokaa se hänelle… | (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | The Boy in the Tree | Sten Sundberg | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Isaskar Keturin ihmeelliset seikkailut | Liukas | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Lumisten metsien tyttö | Jukka | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Kohtalo tekee siirron | Mauri Petäjämaa | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | Ei ruumiita makuuhuoneeseen | Mike | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | Moonwolf | Head logger | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Lady in Black | David Frohm | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Ingen morgondag | escaped prisoner | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Vihdoinkin hääyö… | Teemu 'Pupu' Järvinen | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | 1918 | Samuel Bro | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Herra sotaministeri | (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Olet mennyt minun vereeni | Erkki | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Silja – nuorena nukkunut | Valkoisten komppanianpäällikkö | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Unknown Soldier | Lehto | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Viettelysten tie | Martti | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Rakkaus kahleissa | Pertti Kuusi | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Kukonlaulusta kukonlauluun | Eino Kustaala | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Kiinni on ja pysyy | Arpi | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Pekka ja Pätkä lumimiehen jäljillä | Riku Sundman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1954 | Niskavuoren Aarne | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Kovanaama | Prisoner | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Me tulemme taas | Kymmpi | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | Pekka Puupää | Petteri (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Varsovan laulu | 'Bear' | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Log Drivers | Arthur | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Yö on pitkä | Åke Strandberg | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | The White Reindeer | Forester | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Tanssi yli hautojen | - | Flop | Similar → |
Åke Lindman - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Åke Lindman?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Åke Lindman is "Vihdoinkin hääyö…" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Åke Lindman acted in?
Åke Lindman has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Åke Lindman?
Other notable films include "Kertokaa se hänelle…", "Ondskans år", and "Rakkaus kahleissa".