Madis Kalmet - Actor Profile

Madis Kalmet

Acting
Freshness: Jan 13, 2026
8Total Films
7.6 Highest Rated
Born: Jan 27, 1955
Birth Place: Tallinn, Estonian SSR, USSR [now Estonia]

About Madis Kalmet

Madis Kalmet (born January 27, 1955) is an Estonian actor and theatre director. In 1980 he graduated from the Tallinn State Conservatory's Stage Art Department. 1980-1985 he was an actor, and 1985-1988 principal stage manager of Rakvere Theatre. 1989-1992 he was an actor, and 1992-1999 the theatre director of Endla Theatre.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Madis Kalmet reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 8 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Madis Kalmet'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 13% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Madis Kalmet remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Lilya 4-ever, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Madis Kalmet Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Madis Kalmet's career based on audience ratings.

★7.6
Lilya 4-ever (2002) movie poster
★7.6

Lilya 4-ever — In a struggling post-Soviet community, Lilya a teenage girl is abandoned when her mother moves to the United States with

Lilya 4-ever

2002•Drama
★5.8
Marraskuun harmaa valo (1993) movie poster
★5.8

Marraskuun harmaa valo — Kari Syysmäki, a Finnish Businessman is on a vacation with his wife in Tallinn. When his wife is away a young man enters

Marraskuun harmaa valo

1993•Drama
★5.4
Shop of Dreams (2005) movie poster
★5.4

Shop of Dreams — Three friends return from a vacation and discover that the TV studio they work for has gone bankrupt - so they decide to

Shop of Dreams

2005•Comedy
★3.0
I'm Not a Tourist, I Live Here (1989) movie poster
★3.0

I'm Not a Tourist, I Live Here — The film is about one of the greatest social hot spots in Estonia during the Soviet times when apartments were distribut

I'm Not a Tourist, I Live Here

1989•Drama
★2.5
Regina (1990) movie poster
★2.5

Regina — Regina is a beautiful, educated and independent woman whose boyfriend tells her that he is going to marry a young girl e

Regina

1990•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Madis Kalmet.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2012 Douchebags Madis Kalmet Flop Similar →
2005 Shop of Dreams Edgar Flop Similar →
2002 Lilya 4-ever Man in Hotel Room Super Hit Similar →
1993 Marraskuun harmaa valo Rein Kilvet Average Similar →
1990 Regina Viktor Flop Similar →
1989 I'm Not a Tourist, I Live Here Mart Flop Similar →
1987 In One Hundred Years in May Eduard Kägu Flop Similar →
1972 Forest Captain Scrounger #2 Flop Similar →

Madis Kalmet - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Madis Kalmet?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Madis Kalmet is "Lilya 4-ever" with a rating of 7.6/10.

How many movies has Madis Kalmet acted in?

Madis Kalmet has been featured in at least 8 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Madis Kalmet?

Other notable films include "Marraskuun harmaa valo", "Shop of Dreams", and "I'm Not a Tourist, I Live Here".