Ari Määttänen

Acting

Freshness: Jan 24, 2026

6Total Films

6.5 Highest Rated

Born: Jan 23, 1940

Birth Place: Helsinki, Finland

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Ari Määttänen reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 6 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Comedy

The majority of Ari Määttänen'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 17% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Ari Määttänen remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Wedding Waltz, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Ari Määttänen Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Ari Määttänen's career based on audience ratings.

★6.5

★6.5

The Wedding Waltz: Viltteri, a balding guy in his thirties living in rural northern Finland, is hopelessly clueless about his new role as a

The Wedding Waltz

1988•Drama

★4.6

Uuno Turhapuron muisti palailee pätkittäin (1983) movie poster

★4.6

Uuno Turhapuron muisti palailee pätkittäin: Uuno Turhapuro has lost his memory and thinks he's a woman. His friend Sörsselssön has lost his memory too and Härski Ha

Uuno Turhapuron muisti palailee pätkittäin

1983•Comedy

★4.6

★4.6

Dolly and Her Lover: Detective Karisto releases Auno 'Räpsy' Pirilä from prison, who in turn has to calve his childhood friend Börje from cri

Dolly and Her Lover

1990•Comedy

★4.3

★4.3

Yöjuna: A midnight freight train collides with a mysteriously abandoned truck at Rajamäki station, derailing and revealing that

Yöjuna

1996•Thriller

★3.6

★3.6

Karvat: A middle-aged man becomes deeply involved with the affairs and criminal connections of a mysterious girl.

Karvat

1974•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Ari Määttänen.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1996	Yöjuna	Hermunen	Flop	Similar →
1993	Takatöölö Story	Koirakouluttaja Björs	Flop	Similar →
1990	Dolly and Her Lover	-	Flop	Similar →
1988	The Wedding Waltz	-	Hit	Similar →
1983	Uuno Turhapuron muisti palailee pätkittäin	Suomalaisen kauppavaltuuskunnan jäsen	Flop	Similar →
1974	Karvat	Manu	Flop	Similar →

Ari Määttänen - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Ari Määttänen?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ari Määttänen is "The Wedding Waltz" with a rating of 6.5/10.

How many movies has Ari Määttänen acted in?

Ari Määttänen has been featured in at least 6 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Ari Määttänen?

Other notable films include "Uuno Turhapuron muisti palailee pätkittäin", "Dolly and Her Lover", and "Yöjuna".