Jelka van Houten
ActingAbout Jelka van Houten
Jelka van Houten is a Dutch actress of film, stage, and television, though she is perhaps best known for being the sister of fellow actress Carice van Houten. She is currently nominated for a Gouden Notekraker; the judge's who nominated her have said that "her surprising début holds a lot in store for the future". Van Houten also received praise for her stage debut as Olga in the musical Turk's Fruit, for which she won a Johnny Kraaijkamp Musical Award. Her upcoming projects include the film Zomerhitte and the play Seksual Perversity, at the Theatre de Voorveghter.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Jelka van Houten reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 30 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Jelka van Houten'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 27% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Jelka van Houten remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Life is Beautiful, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Jelka van Houten Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Jelka van Houten's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Jelka van Houten.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Hond & ik | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 2025 | Augurk aan Zee | Helga | Flop | Similar → |
| 2024 | Bed & Breakfast | Esther | Flop | Similar → |
| 2022 | Ome Cor | Janny | Average | Similar → |
| 2022 | King Sausage | - | Average | Similar → |
| 2022 | Oink | Margreet (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | Trollie: The Great Rescue | Berber | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | Huisvrouwen bestaan niet 2 | Marjolein | Average | Similar → |
| 2019 | Shit Happens | Laura | Average | Similar → |
| 2019 | The Club of Ugly Children | Paul's mother | Average | Similar → |
| 2019 | Amsterdam Vice | Wachtcommandant Selma | Average | Similar → |
| 2019 | Vicious | Kim’s Mother | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | No Such Thing as Housewives | Marjolein | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Het Verlangen | Mariska van Loo | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | Hart Beat | Inge (Mother Zoë) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Waldstille | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Family Weekend | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2015 | Men in the City 2 | Melanie | Flop | Similar → |
| 2015 | Jack's Wish | Sanne | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | A Christmoose Story | Kirsten | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | The Domino Effect | Antoinette | Flop | Similar → |
| 2012 | Jackie | Daan | Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Near Neighbours | Machteld | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Life is Beautiful | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | Summer Heat | Jara | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | Raak | Ingrid | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Dennis P. | Suzan | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | Anna | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2004 | Honey | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | Liefje | - | Flop | Similar → |
Jelka van Houten - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Jelka van Houten?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jelka van Houten is "Life is Beautiful" with a rating of 8.5/10.
How many movies has Jelka van Houten acted in?
Jelka van Houten has been featured in at least 30 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Jelka van Houten?
Other notable films include "Raak", "Oink", and "Waldstille".