Jörn Donner - Actor Profile

Jörn Donner

Directing
Freshness: Jan 21, 2026
31Total Films
7.6 Highest Rated
Born: Feb 5, 1933
Birth Place: Helsinki, Finland

About Jörn Donner

Jörn Donner was a Swedish-speaking Finnish writer, film director, actor, producer, politician and founder of Finnish Film Archive. Internationally he was best known for his film Fanny and Alexander (1982), that won four Academy Awards, including the award for the best foreign language film. In Finland he was known for his work as an author, as well as having been member of both, Parliament of Finland and European Union.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Jörn Donner reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 31 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Documentary

The majority of Jörn Donner's filmography leans towards the Documentary 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), Jörn Donner remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Palme, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Jörn Donner Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Jörn Donner's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Jörn Donner.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2021 The Dinosaur Self Average Similar →
2021 Donner - Private Self (archive footage) Hit Similar →
2019 En film om Jörn Donner Himself Flop Similar →
2018 Void Himself Average Similar →
2018 The Memory of Ingmar Bergman Himself Flop Similar →
2017 Fuck Off 2 - Images from Finland Interviewer / Narrator / Himself Average Similar →
2017 Citizen Schein Self Average Similar →
2017 The Other Side of Hope Poker Player Hit Similar →
2012 Palme Self Super Hit Similar →
2008 The Truth About Sauna: The Truth About Finns Himself Flop Similar →
2007 Isäni jalanjäljillä Self Flop Similar →
2004 Fanny & Alexander: A Bergman Tapestry Self Flop Similar →
2002 Lovers & Leavers Elokuvatuottaja Flop Similar →
1999 Losing It Self Flop Similar →
1998 Ingmar Bergman on Life and Work Self Hit Similar →
1992 Uuno Turhapuro Suomen Tasavallan Herra Presidentti Jörkka Donner Flop Similar →
1986 The Undressing keskustelija televisiossa Flop Similar →
1984 Angela's War Gabriel Flop Similar →
1983 Hockeyfeber - Flop Similar →
1983 Regina ja miehet Writer Flop Similar →
1982 Nine Ways to Approach Helsinki Self - Narrator Hit Similar →
1980 Brutal - Flop Similar →
1978 Men Can't Be Raped Policeman Average Similar →
1973 Hangover Lasse, bilhandlare Flop Similar →
1972 Hellyys Petteri Flop Similar →
1970 Portraits of Women Pertti 'Pertsa' Flop Similar →
1969 Sixtynine Timo Paasi Flop Similar →
1968 Asfalttilampaat Tohtori Bonell Flop Similar →
1968 Black on White Juha Holm Flop Similar →
1967 Stimulantia - Average Similar →
1954 Aamua kaupungissa Narrator Flop Similar →

Jörn Donner - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Jörn Donner?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jörn Donner is "Palme" with a rating of 7.6/10.

How many movies has Jörn Donner acted in?

Jörn Donner has been featured in at least 31 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Jörn Donner?

Other notable films include "Ingmar Bergman on Life and Work", "Nine Ways to Approach Helsinki", and "The Other Side of Hope".