Odd Borg
ActingAbout Odd Borg
Odd Carl Arthur Borg was a Norwegian actor and singer. He was engaged with the Central Theater from 1953 to 1960, and with the National Theater from 1960 until his death. As a singer, he recorded the song «Jeg plystrer mens jeg går» (I Whistle While I Walk) on a gramophone record in 1957. It was a Norwegian version of the American hit «Just Walkin' in the Rain». As an actor, he is remembered for roles such as the intolerable daddy's boy and shipowner Rieber-Larsen Jr. in «Operasjon Løvsprett», as a naval commander in «Operasjon Sjøsprøyt», and the male lead role in «Støv på hjernen». The same year he died, he starred in the next-to-last Stompa film, «Stompa forelsker seg». Borg was found mysteriously dead behind a theatre stage in Oslo after the premiere of the play «Hva skal vi gjøre?» in 1965.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Odd Borg reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 15 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Odd Borg'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 13% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Odd Borg remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Støv på hjernen, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Odd Borg Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Odd Borg's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Odd Borg.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Hele Norges matmor | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1965 | Stompa forelsker seg | Lektor Knut Lyng | Flop | Similar → |
| 1965 | Two on Top | August Knappen | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | Nydelige nelliker | Lerka | Flop | Similar → |
| 1964 | Operasjon Sjøsprøyt | Fridolin Holter, løytnant | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | Operasjon Løvsprett | Rieber-Larsen jr., skipsreder | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | The Passionate Demons | Kalle | Flop | Similar → |
| 1961 | Sønner av Norge | Gunnar Sørensen | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | Støv på hjernen | Gunnar Svendsen | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | 5 loddrett | Åkerbø | Flop | Similar → |
| 1957 | Selv om de er små | Einar Helle | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | Ektemann alene | Kontorist | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | Gylne ungdom | Tom Polden | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | Kvinnens plass | Per | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Better Than Their Reputation | Per | Hit | Similar → |
Odd Borg - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Odd Borg?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Odd Borg is "Støv på hjernen" with a rating of 7.0/10.
How many movies has Odd Borg acted in?
Odd Borg has been featured in at least 15 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Odd Borg?
Other notable films include "Better Than Their Reputation", "Two on Top", and "Kvinnens plass".