Frans Tumbuan

Acting

Freshness: Jan 13, 2026

26Total Films

9.0 Highest Rated

Born: Aug 3, 1939

Birth Place: Makassar, Dutch East Indies

About Frans Tumbuan

Frans Tumbuan was an Indonesian actor.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Frans Tumbuan reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 26 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Frans Tumbuan'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 19% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Frans Tumbuan remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Young, in Love, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Frans Tumbuan Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Frans Tumbuan's career based on audience ratings.

★9.0

★9.0

Young, in Love — A rare film that was censored for many years, the story featured protesting university students in the process of self-d

Young, in Love

1977•Romance

★8.0

Ricky: Nakalnya Anak Muda (1990) movie poster

★8.0

Ricky: Nakalnya Anak Muda — Ricky (Ryan Hidayat) is so disturbed by the death of his girlfriend, Sita (Nike Ardilla), in a parachuting accident that

Ricky: Nakalnya Anak Muda

1990•Drama

★7.7

What's Up with Cinta? (2002) movie poster

★7.7

What's Up with Cinta? — A popular high school girl strains her relationship with her close-knit clique when she begins falling for a reclusive,

What's Up with Cinta?

2002•Drama

★7.0

★7.0

Ruma Maida — A scholar researches the historical significance of a house that serves as a free school in hopes of saving it from bein

Ruma Maida

2009•Drama

★6.9

★6.9

Dead Time — A police and a journalist uncover series of murders that lead into one problem: A treasure many parties were fighting fo

Dead Time

2007•Crime

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Frans Tumbuan.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2013	Java Heat	General	Flop	Similar →
2011	Milli & Nathan	-	Flop	Similar →
2009	Ruma Maida	Dasaad Muchlisin	Hit	Similar →
2007	Dead Time	Bambang Sutrisno	Hit	Similar →
2006	Ekspedisi Madewa	Prof. Kuncoro	Flop	Similar →
2006	Realita, Cinta dan Rock'n Roll	Ayah Ipang	Average	Similar →
2002	What's Up with Cinta?	Cinta's Father	Super Hit	Similar →
1996	Without Mercy	Captain Karno	Flop	Similar →
1995	Sesal	-	Flop	Similar →
1993	Blood Warriors	Captain Ramsy	Flop	Similar →
1993	Rage and Honor II: Hostile Takeover	Buntao	Flop	Similar →
1990	Ricky: Nakalnya Anak Muda	-	Super Hit	Similar →
1988	Jakarta	Jack	Flop	Similar →
1988	The Price of Honesty	Khalik	Flop	Similar →
1986	Kodrat	-	Flop	Similar →
1986	Lake of Tears	Dr. Leo	Flop	Similar →
1985	Romantika (Galau Remaja di SMA)	-	Flop	Similar →
1984	Dia Yang Tercinta	Rachmat	Flop	Similar →
1983	White Butterfly	-	Flop	Similar →
1983	The Five Faces of Kadarwati	Harada	Flop	Similar →
1982	As White as the Heart, as Red as the Lips	Radityo	Flop	Similar →
1982	Heat of the Night Blanket	Rangga	Flop	Similar →
1981	Jangan Ambil Nyawaku	Hans Tobing	Flop	Similar →
1981	Orange Rose	-	Flop	Similar →
1980	Lady in a Trap	Andi	Flop	Similar →
1977	Young, in Love	Warouw	Super Hit	Similar →

Frans Tumbuan - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Frans Tumbuan?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Frans Tumbuan is "Young, in Love" with a rating of 9.0/10.

How many movies has Frans Tumbuan acted in?

Frans Tumbuan has been featured in at least 26 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Frans Tumbuan?

Other notable films include "Ricky: Nakalnya Anak Muda", "What's Up with Cinta?", and "Ruma Maida".