
Per Theodor Haugen
ActingAbout Per Theodor Haugen
Per Theodor Haugen (8 October 1932 – 14 October 2018) was a Norwegian actor. Haugen was theater manager at Oslo Nye Teater from 1985 to 1988. Haugen was born at Kongsberg. He was the son of Trygve Haugen (1897–1943) and his wife Hjørdis Wissestad (1904–60). At age 16 he became a student at Rogaland Theater in Stavanger. He had his stage debut in 1949 at Rogaland Teater. In 1959, he played the lead role in the movie Støv på hjernen (Dust on the Brain). Haugen also worked as director of Oslo Nye Teater from 1985 until 1989. With his wife, actress Sissel Sellæg (1928–2014), he had a son Kim Haugen (born 1958), who also became an actor. Description above from the Wikipedia article Per Theodor Haugen, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Per Theodor Haugen 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 Per Theodor Haugen'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 24% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Per Theodor Haugen remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Pinchcliffe Grand Prix, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Per Theodor Haugen Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Per Theodor Haugen's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Per Theodor Haugen.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 | Open Future | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | Hockeyfeber | Gunnar | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | For Tor's Sake | Kuratoren | Flop | Similar → |
| 1975 | The Pinchcliffe Grand Prix | TV-reporter (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Bobby's War | Lund | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | Bør Børson Jr. | Lensmann Hansen | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | A Doll's House | Dr. Rank | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | Remonstrance | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | The Olsen Gang Takes the Gold | Løytnanten | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | Closed Ward | Overlegen | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | 22 november - den store leiegården | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | Liv | Leif | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | Sønner av Norge kjøper bil | Gunnar Sørensen, redaktør | Flop | Similar → |
| 1962 | Oslofilm: Oslo. Et filmkvad | Narrator (voice) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | Støv på hjernen | Herr Sørensen | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Støv på hjernen | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Eight O’Clock Sharp | Typen til Lisbeth | Flop | Similar → |
Per Theodor Haugen - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Per Theodor Haugen?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Per Theodor Haugen is "The Pinchcliffe Grand Prix" with a rating of 7.8/10.
How many movies has Per Theodor Haugen acted in?
Per Theodor Haugen has been featured in at least 17 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Per Theodor Haugen?
Other notable films include "Støv på hjernen", "Støv på hjernen", and "The Olsen Gang Takes the Gold".



