Eino Jurkka - Actor Profile

Eino Jurkka

Acting
Updated: Apr 20, 2026
24Total Films
7.0 Highest Rated
Born: Feb 9, 1894
Birth Place: Helsinki, Finland

Eino Jurkka Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Eino Jurkka reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 24 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Eino Jurkka's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 13% of Eino Jurkka's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.

One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Yö on pitkä, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Eino Jurkka Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Eino Jurkka's career based on audience ratings.

★7.0
Yö on pitkä (1952) movie poster
★7.0

Yö on pitkä: Åke Strandberg has managed to get a fine education and a good job at the bank, but he wants more. He wants to get rich n

Yö on pitkä

1952•Drama
★7.0
Halveksittu (1939) movie poster
★7.0

Halveksittu: Merchant Iivari encounters significant challenges in his entrepreneurial career when Merthen, a commercial counselor, at

Halveksittu

1939•Drama
★6.5
Helsingin kuuluisin liikemies (1934) movie poster
★6.5

Helsingin kuuluisin liikemies: Mattila's relatives Konstu and Fransi travel to Helsinki to meet their friend Kalle Liljepeki, who runs a failing genera

Helsingin kuuluisin liikemies

1934•Comedy
★6.1
Unelma karjamajalla (1940) movie poster
★6.1

Unelma karjamajalla: A small village provides a scene for intrigues, fights, love, jealousy, accusations, and revenge.

Unelma karjamajalla

1940•Drama
★6.0
Varaventtiili (1942) movie poster
★6.0

Varaventtiili: Liisa Harju, a lively and quick-witted teacher from Savo, gets her first job in Latomeri, Ostrobothnia. She falls out of

Varaventtiili

1942•Comedy

Full Filmography

Every movie Eino Jurkka has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1952 Salakuljettajan laulu Herra baarissa Average Similar →
1952 Yö on pitkä Jussi's father Hit Similar →
1942 Yli rajan Meller Flop Similar →
1942 Synnin puumerkki Vesa's father Flop Similar →
1942 Varaventtiili Taneli Iippo Average Similar →
1941 Viimeinen vieras Kalle Herttamo Flop Similar →
1940 Eulalia-täti - Flop Similar →
1940 Unelma karjamajalla - Average Similar →
1939 Vihtori ja Klaara Vihtori Vuorenkaiku Flop Similar →
1939 Halveksittu Vargen Hit Similar →
1939 Helmikuun manifesti Pobedonostsev Flop Similar →
1939 Kaksi Vihtoria Vihtori Rantamo Flop Similar →
1938 Nummisuutarit Sepeteus Flop Similar →
1937 Koskenlaskijan morsian Heikki Average Similar →
1937 Ja alla oli tulinen järvi Laurikka (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1936 Vaimoke Torvela Flop Similar →
1936 VMV 6 Rentun-Matti Flop Similar →
1935 Kun isä tahtoo… August Lampaanpää Flop Similar →
1934 Meidän poikamme ilmassa – me maassa Äes Flop Similar →
1934 Minä ja ministeri Pöhö Flop Similar →
1934 Helsingin kuuluisin liikemies Mr. Petterkvist Hit Similar →
1933 Sininen varjo Director Orma Flop Similar →
1922 When Father Has Toothache Dad's pal Flop Similar →
1920 Ollin oppivuodet Tailor Flop Similar →

Eino Jurkka - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Eino Jurkka?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Eino Jurkka is "Yö on pitkä" with a rating of 7.0/10.

How many movies has Eino Jurkka acted in?

Eino Jurkka has been featured in at least 24 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Eino Jurkka?

Other notable films include "Halveksittu", "Helsingin kuuluisin liikemies", and "Unelma karjamajalla".

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