Victor Sjöström
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Victor David Sjöström (September 20, 1879 – January 3, 1960), sometimes known in the United States as Victor Seastrom, was a pioneering Swedish film director, screenwriter, and actor. He began his career in Sweden, before moving to Hollywood in 1924. Sjöström worked primarily in the silent era; his best known films include The Phantom Carriage (1921), He Who Gets Slapped (1924), and The Wind (1928). Sjöström was Sweden's most prominent director in the "Golden Age of Silent Film" in Europe. Later in life, he played the leading role in Ingmar Bergman's Wild Strawberries (1957).
Victor Sjöström Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Victor Sjöström reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Victor Sjöström's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 52% of Victor Sjöström'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 Stjärnbilder, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Victor Sjöström Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Victor Sjöström's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Victor Sjöström has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | Stjärnbilder | (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Minns ni? | (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Greta Garbo: The Temptress and the Clown | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | Victor Sjöström - A Portrait | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Behind the Scenes of Wild Strawberries | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Wild Strawberries | Professor Isak Borg | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Männen i mörker | Gustaf Landberg | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Love | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Hård klang | Klaus Willenhart | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Quartet That Split Up | Gustaf Borg | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | To Joy | Sönderby | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Farlig vår | Antique Dealer Bladh | Flop | Similar → |
| 1948 | Jag är med eder... | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Railroad Workers | Stora Ballong | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Emperor of Portugallia | Jan i Skrolycka | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Ordet | Knut Borg Sr. | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | There's a Fire Burning | Henrik Falkman | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Fight Continues | Andreas Berg | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Mot nya tider | Hjalmar Branting | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Gubben kommer | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Great John Ericsson | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Walpurgis Night | Frederik Bergström | Flop | Similar → |
| 1934 | Synnöve Solbakken | Sämund Granliden | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Fröken, Ni liknar Greta Garbo! | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Father and Son | Hilding Harald Markurell / ällarmästare på utvärdshuset Kupan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Scattered Pages | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | 1925 Studio Tour | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 1923 | The Hell Ship | Dick | Average | Similar → |
| 1922 | The House Surrounded | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1921 | The Phantom Carriage | David Holm | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1920 | A Lover in Pawn | Sammel Eneman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1920 | Karin, Daughter of Ingmar | Stor Ingmar | Average | Similar → |
| 1919 | Sons of Ingmar | Lill Ingmar Ingmarsson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1918 | Thomas Graal's Best Child | Thomas Graal | Flop | Similar → |
| 1918 | The Outlaw and His Wife | Outlaw / Kári | Hit | Similar → |
| 1917 | Thomas Graal's Best Film | Thomas Graal | Average | Similar → |
| 1917 | A Man There Was | Terje Vigen | Hit | Similar → |
| 1916 | Kiss of Death | Òveringenjör Weyler / Ingenjör Lebel | Average | Similar → |
| 1916 | She Won | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1915 | In Time of Trial | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1915 | The Strike | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | For His Love’s Sake | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1913 | Life’s Conflicts | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1913 | The Voice of Passion | Daniel Barkner | Flop | Similar → |
| 1913 | When Love Kills | Oscar Falck - Målare | Flop | Similar → |
| 1913 | The Vampire | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1913 | The Child | Georg Mills - Medicinare | Flop | Similar → |
| 1912 | The Springtime of Life | Cyril Alm | Flop | Similar → |
| 1912 | The Black Masks | Von Mühlen - Löjtnant | Flop | Similar → |
| 1912 | The Gardener | Trädgårdsmästaren | Flop | Similar → |
Victor Sjöström - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Victor Sjöström?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Victor Sjöström is "Stjärnbilder" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Victor Sjöström acted in?
Victor Sjöström has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Victor Sjöström?
Other notable films include "Synnöve Solbakken", "The Quartet That Split Up", and "Gubben kommer".