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Irja Rannikko

Acting
Freshness: Jan 25, 2026
50Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Aug 16, 1912
Birth Place: Pori, Finland

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Irja Rannikko reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Comedy

The majority of Irja Rannikko's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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 16% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Irja Rannikko remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Kankkulan kaivolla, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Irja Rannikko Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Irja Rannikko's career based on audience ratings.

★10.0
Kankkulan kaivolla (1960) movie poster
★10.0

Kankkulan kaivolla: A radio reporter from Helsinki arrives in the village of Kankkula just before Midsummer to conduct interviews. The old s

Kankkulan kaivolla

1960•Comedy
★8.5
Pikku Ilona ja hänen karitsansa (1957) movie poster
★8.5

Pikku Ilona ja hänen karitsansa: Ilona, an orphan from the cruel Paksula family, ends up in Helsinki at a children's home for immigrants and from there b

Pikku Ilona ja hänen karitsansa

1957•Drama
★8.0
Minä soitan sinulle illalla (1954) movie poster
★8.0

Minä soitan sinulle illalla: Factory manager Risto Järviö is under his mother's thumb. When his mother forbids him from dancing with factory girl Sei

Minä soitan sinulle illalla

1954•Comedy
★7.5
Pieni luutatyttö (1958) movie poster
★7.5

Pieni luutatyttö: A stepfather forces Liisa, an orphan girl, to leave her small town and go to Helsinki alone to sell brooms. With the hel

Pieni luutatyttö

1958•Drama
★7.3
Varsovan laulu (1953) movie poster
★7.3

Varsovan laulu: A cynical tale of two liquor smugglers, who struggle with life, love and lust. A seedy love triangle is unavoidable.

Varsovan laulu

1953•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Irja Rannikko.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1963 Teerenpeliä Elisabeth von Brytscowiansky Flop Similar →
1962 Ihana seikkailu (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1962 Hän varasti elämän Sylvi Average Similar →
1962 "Ei se mitään!" sanoi Eemeli Vilhelmiina Pohto Flop Similar →
1962 Taape tähtenä Edla, Alarik's wife Flop Similar →
1962 Älä nuolase… Irja (uncredited) Average Similar →
1961 Preludes to Ecstasy (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1961 Oksat pois… - Flop Similar →
1961 Tyttö ja hattu (uncredited) Average Similar →
1961 Toivelauluja Heta Jäävuori Flop Similar →
1961 The Scarlet Dove (uncredited) Average Similar →
1961 Minkkiturkki (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1961 Tähtisumua (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1960 Molskis, sanoi Eemeli, molskis! (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1960 Myöhästynyt hääyö - Flop Similar →
1960 Opettajatar seikkailee (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1960 Inspector Palmu's Error Cook Hit Similar →
1960 Kankkulan kaivolla (uncredited) Super Hit Similar →
1959 Vatsa sisään, rinta ulos! Hilja Flop Similar →
1958 Verta käsissämme (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1958 Pieni luutatyttö (uncredited) Super Hit Similar →
1957 1918 (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1957 Pekka ja Pätkä salapoliiseina (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1957 Musta rakkaus Worker (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1957 Pikku Ilona ja hänen karitsansa (uncredited) Super Hit Similar →
1956 Lain mukaan Woman in Courtroom (uncredited) Average Similar →
1956 Riihalan valtias Lyyti Average Similar →
1955 The Doll Merchant (uncredited) Average Similar →
1955 Pekka ja Pätkä puistotäteinä Sylvi Flop Similar →
1954 Laivan kannella Taxityttö Average Similar →
1954 Hilmanpäivät (uncredited) Average Similar →
1954 Laivaston monnit maissa Paula Puupponen Flop Similar →
1954 Minä soitan sinulle illalla Alli (uncredited) Super Hit Similar →
1954 Mä oksalla ylimmällä (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1954 Niskavuoren Aarne (uncredited) Average Similar →
1954 Hei, rillumarei! Dagny Kehvelin Hit Similar →
1954 The Bridal Wreath - Average Similar →
1953 Alaston malli karkuteillä Tarjoilijatar Flop Similar →
1953 Kuningas kulkureitten (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1953 Senni ja Savon sulttaani (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1953 Pekka Puupää Nuori äiti (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1953 Lentävä kalakukko Töikän Taimi Average Similar →
1953 Varsovan laulu (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1952 Rikollinen nainen Leena (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1949 Kanavan laidalla Siiri Flop Similar →
1947 Sisulla ja sydämellä Emma Flop Similar →
1946 Houkutuslintu Liisa Flop Similar →
1945 Vain sinulle (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1941 Ryhmy ja Romppainen Manti Flop Similar →
1937 Juurakon Hulda (uncredited) Average Similar →

Irja Rannikko - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Irja Rannikko?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Irja Rannikko is "Kankkulan kaivolla" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Irja Rannikko acted in?

Irja Rannikko has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Irja Rannikko?

Other notable films include "Pikku Ilona ja hänen karitsansa", "Minä soitan sinulle illalla", and "Pieni luutatyttö".