Ellen Jansø - Actor Profile

Ellen Jansø

Acting
Updated: Apr 14, 2026
11Total Films
7.2 Highest Rated
Born: Jul 2, 1906
Birth Place: København

Ellen Jansø Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Ellen Jansø reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 11 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 45% of Ellen Jansø'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 Behind the red gates, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Ellen Jansø Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Ellen Jansø's career based on audience ratings.

★7.2
Behind the red gates (1951) movie poster
★7.2

Behind the red gates: Behind the red gates lies Dyrehaven with the green beeches and the famous zoo hill - the motley world of clowns. Profess

Behind the red gates

1951•Family
★7.0
Incognito (1937) movie poster
★7.0

Incognito: The wealthy Olaf Brammer is the real owner of a nationwide company that trades in household goods. But he has no say, as

Incognito

1937•Comedy
★7.0
Barken Margrethe (1934) movie poster
★7.0

Barken Margrethe:

Barken Margrethe

1934•Comedy
★7.0
Sommerglæder (1940) movie poster
★7.0

Sommerglæder: What might become the greatest challenge for the elderly Brasen couple having opened a summer guest house by the sea? Fi

Sommerglæder

1940•Comedy
★6.5
Ud i den kolde sne (1934) movie poster
★6.5

Ud i den kolde sne: Taxi driver Peter Basse is a jovial and cheerful man who faithfully looks after his daughter at the wheel and steers his

Ud i den kolde sne

1934•Comedy

Full Filmography

Every movie Ellen Jansø has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1951 Behind the red gates - Hit Similar →
1940 Sommerglæder - Hit Similar →
1940 Familien Olsen - Flop Similar →
1937 Flaadens blaa matroser Lily Petersen Flop Similar →
1937 Incognito Birthe Rømer Hit Similar →
1936 Panserbasse Ekspeditrice Average Similar →
1935 Week-end Viola - Kunstmaler Flop Similar →
1934 Barken Margrethe Trine, Kokkens Forlovede Hit Similar →
1934 København, Kalundborg og -? - Average Similar →
1934 Ud i den kolde sne Korpige Vera Vernonica Hit Similar →
1933 It Happened in Copenhagen Mimi, korpige Average Similar →

Ellen Jansø - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Ellen Jansø?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ellen Jansø is "Behind the red gates" with a rating of 7.2/10.

How many movies has Ellen Jansø acted in?

Ellen Jansø has been featured in at least 11 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Ellen Jansø?

Other notable films include "Incognito", "Barken Margrethe", and "Sommerglæder".

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