
Preben Lerdorff Rye
ActingAbout Preben Lerdorff Rye
Preben Lerdorff Rye was a prolific actor in Danish cinema during the mid-to-late 20th century. After varied educations in physical labor jobs, Rye debuted at Odenste Teater in 1938 and later got admitted to Det Kgl. Teater as a student in 1940, where he later became an actor, and was performing on stage up until 1961. Rye then took a brief break from the stage and acting and went on to live as a "civilian", until 1973, where he took up acting full time again, both in film and in theaters.
Preben Lerdorff Rye Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Preben Lerdorff Rye reflects exceptional commercial consistency. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Preben Lerdorff Rye's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 100% of Preben Lerdorff Rye'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 Isolde, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Preben Lerdorff Rye Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Preben Lerdorff Rye's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Preben Lerdorff Rye has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | Christian | Grandfather | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Isolde | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Babette's Feast | Kaptajnen | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | Mirror, Mirror | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | Copper | Fessor | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | Normannerne | Regnar Lodbrog | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Anne og Paul | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Nineteen Red Roses | Holger Hjort | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | Erasmus Montanus | The Lieutenant | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | Præsten i Vejlby | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | Solens børn | Egor | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | The Woolen Stocking Peddler | Vandringsmanden | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | Der var engang | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | Søskende | Mikael | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | Grænseland | Manden | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | Cinéastes de notre temps : Carl Th. Dreyer | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Premiere i helvede | Phillip Michelsen - Skuespiller | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Paradise and Back | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Hans Nielsen Hauge | Kong Fredrik IV | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Lyssky transport gennem Danmark | Onkel Mads | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Sønnen fra Amerika | En arbejder | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Der var engang en gade | David | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Be Dear to Me | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Den kloge mand | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Mod og mandshjerte | En gangster | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Ordet | Johannes Borgen (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Karen, Maren og Mette | Henrik Larsen | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Kongeligt besøg | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Tove Andersen Criminal Case | Kriminalbetjent Knudsen | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Behind the red gates | Carlo Pedersen, ejer af Dromen | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Lyntoget | Henning Knudsen | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Frihed forpligter | Sørens kollega | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Unge piger forsvinder i København | Johan, tjener, søn af fru Nielsen | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | I gabestokken | Sejr | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | North Sea Boys | Værle | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Smedestræde 4 | Sømand | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Din fortid er glemt | Tennisspiller | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Det hændte i København | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | We Want a Child | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Det gælder os alle | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Hvor er Far | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Hr. Petit | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | While the Gate was Locked | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Røverne fra Rold | Reinald - Justis højre hånd | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Discretion Wanted | Tømrermester Eriksen | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Hans Store Aften | Morten Just, forfatter | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | I gaar og i morgen | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Day of Wrath | Martin, Absalon's Son from First Marriage (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Tante Cramers Testamente | Alfred Olsen, tjener i "Balalajka" | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | En ganske almindelig pige | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
Preben Lerdorff Rye - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Preben Lerdorff Rye?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Preben Lerdorff Rye is "Isolde" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Preben Lerdorff Rye acted in?
Preben Lerdorff Rye has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Preben Lerdorff Rye?
Other notable films include "Grænseland", "Christian", and "Mirror, Mirror".



