Mari Perankoski

Acting

Freshness: Jan 21, 2026

19Total Films

6.6 Highest Rated

Born: Mar 10, 1970

Birth Place: Varkaus, Finland

About Mari Perankoski

Mari Johanna Hynynen (born 10 March 1970 in Varkaus), known as Mari Perankoski, is a Finnish actress. She is best know for her roles in television series Roba, Syke, Ihmisten puolue, Putous and Kontio & Parmas. She has also appeared in films such as Road North, The Grump and Reunion 3: Singles Cruise. She is married to a metal musician Jouni Hynynen.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Mari Perankoski reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 19 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Comedy

The majority of Mari Perankoski'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 11% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Mari Perankoski remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Grump, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Mari Perankoski Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Mari Perankoski's career based on audience ratings.

★6.6

★6.6

The Grump: A stubbornly traditional eighty-year-old farmer - whose social attitudes verge on the prehistoric - raises hell when he

The Grump

2014•Comedy

★6.5

★6.5

Man and a Junior: Antti Pasanen juggles between taking care of Paavo, his work and personal life, until Enni has an accident and he has tw

Man and a Junior

2019•Comedy

★6.4

Happier Times, Grump (2018) movie poster

★6.4

Happier Times, Grump: The Grump prepares to die – everything is done and his wife is dead. He’s making his own coffin when the life walks in,

Happier Times, Grump

2018•Drama

★6.2

★6.2

Above Dark Waters: A ravishing story about little Pete and his survival and growth in the gray area between love and fear.

Above Dark Waters

2013•Drama

★5.9

★5.9

Road North: A father who was absent for 30 years of his son's life returns and wants to set on a journey through Finland, so they ca

Road North

2012•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Mari Perankoski.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2024	Päivät kuin unta	Sanni	Flop	Similar →
2023	Comeback	Riitta	Flop	Similar →
2022	Kummeli esittää: Kontio & Parmas	Vänskä	Flop	Similar →
2022	The Grump: In Search of an Escort	Liisa	Average	Similar →
2021	Reunion 3: Singles Cruise	Nais-sika	Flop	Similar →
2019	Man and a Junior	Tarhatäti	Hit	Similar →
2018	Happier Times, Grump	Daughter in law	Average	Similar →
2014	The Grump	Daughter-in-Law	Hit	Similar →
2013	Above Dark Waters	Taina	Average	Similar →
2013	21 Ways to Ruin a Marriage	Eve (voice)	Average	Similar →
2012	Body Fat Index of Love	Susanna	Flop	Similar →
2012	Road North	Minna Paakku	Average	Similar →
2012	Almost 18	André's mother	Average	Similar →
2011	Garbage Prince	Kaarina, Sallan äiti	Flop	Similar →
2011	Brothers	Raisa	Flop	Similar →
2009	Playground	Leena	Flop	Similar →
2009	The House of Branching Love	Tiina	Average	Similar →
2008	Blackout	Mari Koski	Flop	Similar →
2008	8 Days to Premiere	Maskeeraaja	Flop	Similar →

Mari Perankoski - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Mari Perankoski?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Mari Perankoski is "The Grump" with a rating of 6.6/10.

How many movies has Mari Perankoski acted in?

Mari Perankoski has been featured in at least 19 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Mari Perankoski?

Other notable films include "Man and a Junior", "Happier Times, Grump", and "Above Dark Waters".