Sven Magnusson

Acting

Freshness: Jan 21, 2026

29Total Films

6.4 Highest Rated

Born: Apr 30, 1905

Birth Place: Bollnäs, Gävleborgs län, Sweden

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Sven Magnusson reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 29 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Sven Magnusson'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 0% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Sven Magnusson remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Barabbas, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Sven Magnusson Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Sven Magnusson's career based on audience ratings.

★6.4

★6.4

Barabbas: The story about the thief who didn't get crucified because Jesus was choosen to take his place.

Barabbas

1953•Drama

★6.2

★6.2

A Day Will Dawn: After finding his wife in the arms of another man, an army officer kills his rival and then goes by train to Finland to

A Day Will Dawn

1944•Drama

★6.0

★6.0

Vingslag i natten: Orphan boy and vicar's daughter fall in love but her father is strongly opposed to their relationship.

Vingslag i natten

1953•Romance

★5.3

★5.3

Salka Valka: A coming of age story about young Salka Valka who lives in the small fishing village of Íseyri. She is doing well for he

Salka Valka

1954•Drama

★5.0

★5.0

His Excellency: Celebrated elderly Austrian poet opposes nazism, while his daughter admires and falls in love with leading nazi activist

His Excellency

1944•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Sven Magnusson.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1956	Girl in Tails	-	Flop	Similar →
1956	Litet bo	-	Flop	Similar →
1955	Männen i mörker	Valter Stjärna	Flop	Similar →
1954	Salka Valka	-	Flop	Similar →
1954	Enchanted Journey	-	Flop	Similar →
1953	Vingslag i natten	-	Average	Similar →
1953	Barabbas	-	Average	Similar →
1952	Flyg-Bom	-	Flop	Similar →
1951	Spöke på semester	Maalbrott	Flop	Similar →
1950	Anderssonskans Kalle	-	Flop	Similar →
1950	When Love Came to the Village	Blåberg	Flop	Similar →
1949	Realm of Man	-	Flop	Similar →
1947	Railroad Workers	Dynamit	Flop	Similar →
1946	Eviga länkar	Sven Hallgren	Flop	Similar →
1946	Begär	-	Flop	Similar →
1946	Bröllopet på Solö	Torsten	Flop	Similar →
1945	You Who Are About to Enter	Berg	Flop	Similar →
1945	Änkeman Jarl	-	Flop	Similar →
1944	The Turnstile	-	Flop	Similar →
1944	Se opp för spioner!	-	Flop	Similar →
1944	Skogen är vår arvedel	-	Flop	Similar →
1944	The Race of His Life	Lasse Bergström	Flop	Similar →
1944	His Excellency	Wilhelm (as Sven Magnuson)	Flop	Similar →
1944	Kungajakt	Lackey at von Wismar's (uncredited)	Flop	Similar →
1944	A Day Will Dawn	Mikaelsson	Average	Similar →
1938	Eli Sjursdotter	Hans Hansson	Flop	Similar →
1934	Atlantäventyret	Ship's Crew (uncredited)	Flop	Similar →
1933	Flickan från varuhuset	Hansson	Flop	Similar →
1932	Servant's Entrance	-	Flop	Similar →

Sven Magnusson - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Sven Magnusson?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Sven Magnusson is "Barabbas" with a rating of 6.4/10.

How many movies has Sven Magnusson acted in?

Sven Magnusson has been featured in at least 29 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Sven Magnusson?

Other notable films include "A Day Will Dawn", "Vingslag i natten", and "Salka Valka".