Risto Tuorila
ActingAbout Risto Tuorila
Risto Kalevi Tuorila (born 19 February 1947) is a Finnish actor. Orinally born in Oulu, he worked for a long time at the Oulu City Theatre before retiring in 2010. His most famous film role was Vilho Koskela in the 1985 film The Unknown Soldier, directed by Rauni Mollberg, for which he won the Jussi Award for Best Actor. He was also awarded the City of Oulu Cultural Recognition Award in 2004, based on his long-term and distinguished work at the Oulu City Theatre.
Risto Tuorila Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Risto Tuorila reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 15 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Risto Tuorila's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 20% of Risto Tuorila'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 Puhalluskukkapoika ja taivaankorjaaja, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Risto Tuorila Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Risto Tuorila's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Risto Tuorila has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Päivät kuin unta | Old Esko | Flop | Similar → |
| 2022 | Häät ennen hautajaisia | Pekka | Flop | Similar → |
| 2021 | The Dinosaur | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | Star Boys | Olavi, Marja's father | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | Under the North Star II | Jussi Koskela | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | Under the North Star | Jussi Koskela | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | Rock'n Roll Never Dies | Father | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | Partanen | Partanen | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | Bad Boys: A True Story | Ensio Suutari | Average | Similar → |
| 2002 | Puhalluskukkapoika ja taivaankorjaaja | Poliisi | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Tommy and the Wildcat | Uncle Jouko | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Esa ja Vesa – auringonlaskun ratsastajat | Ylikomisario Saari | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | Lyrics and Lace | Editorial Chief Kuronen | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | Homebound | Kurkela | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | The Unknown Soldier | Koskela | Hit | Similar → |
Risto Tuorila - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Risto Tuorila?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Risto Tuorila is "Puhalluskukkapoika ja taivaankorjaaja" with a rating of 7.7/10.
How many movies has Risto Tuorila acted in?
Risto Tuorila has been featured in at least 15 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Risto Tuorila?
Other notable films include "Under the North Star II", "The Unknown Soldier", and "Under the North Star".