Pate Mustajärvi - Actor Profile

Pate Mustajärvi

Acting
Freshness: Jan 28, 2026
5Total Films
7.5 Highest Rated
Born: Jul 12, 1956
Birth Place: Tampere, Finland

About Pate Mustajärvi

Pauli Antero "Pate" Mustajärvi (12 July 1956 – 26 December 2025) was a Finnish rock singer. He was known as the vocalist, frontman and until his death in late 2025 the only original member of Popeda as well as a solo artist. He appears in the 1984 film Calamari Union by Aki Kaurismäki, playing one of the fifteen main characters named Frank.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Pate Mustajärvi reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 5 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Comedy

The majority of Pate Mustajärvi'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 40% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Pate Mustajärvi remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Popeda: Ratinasta poikki, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Pate Mustajärvi Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Pate Mustajärvi's career based on audience ratings.

★7.5
Popeda: Ratinasta poikki (null) movie poster
★7.5

Popeda: Ratinasta poikki: One of the legends of Finnish rock, Popeda, performed for the last time with their lead singer Pate Mustajärvi at the Ra

Popeda: Ratinasta poikki

•Music
★7.0
Calamari Union (1985) movie poster
★7.0

Calamari Union: A group of men all called Frank—except for one named Pekka—have had enough of life in their working-class neighborhood,

Calamari Union

1985•Comedy
★6.0
Hervanta Fury (2001) movie poster
★6.0

Hervanta Fury: Tope gets out from jail and teams up with his old pal, Make. Together with Make's cousin Sakke, the trio decides to recl

Hervanta Fury

2001•Action
★4.5
The Year of '85: Rock Your Memories (2013) movie poster
★4.5

The Year of '85: Rock Your Memories: The movie is about the Lokomo laborer, and group of friends that dreams come true and a thirst for fast-paced life that

The Year of '85: Rock Your Memories

2013•Comedy
★0.0
Ice Hockey World Championship Jubilee in Tampere (1995) movie poster
★0.0

Ice Hockey World Championship Jubilee in Tampere: The Tampere-based VipVision production company recorded the scenes of jubilation at the Tampere Central Square in the sp

Ice Hockey World Championship Jubilee in Tampere

1995•Documentary

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Pate Mustajärvi.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2013 The Year of '85: Rock Your Memories Pate Mustajärvi Flop Similar →
2001 Hervanta Fury Pate Average Similar →
1995 Ice Hockey World Championship Jubilee in Tampere Self Flop Similar →
1985 Calamari Union Frank Hit Similar →
N/A Popeda: Ratinasta poikki - Super Hit Similar →

Pate Mustajärvi - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Pate Mustajärvi?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Pate Mustajärvi is "Popeda: Ratinasta poikki" with a rating of 7.5/10.

How many movies has Pate Mustajärvi acted in?

Pate Mustajärvi has been featured in at least 5 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Pate Mustajärvi?

Other notable films include "Calamari Union", "Hervanta Fury", and "The Year of '85: Rock Your Memories".