Elsa Lystad - Actor Profile

Elsa Lystad

Acting
Updated: Apr 12, 2026
35Total Films
7.2 Highest Rated
Born: Jul 9, 1930
Birth Place: Oslo, Norway

About Elsa Lystad

Lystad was a Norwegian actress.

Elsa Lystad Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Elsa Lystad reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 35 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 6% of Elsa Lystad'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 The Olsen Gang and Dynamite-Harry Goes Wild, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Elsa Lystad Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Elsa Lystad's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Elsa Lystad has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2012 All at Sea Laura Flop Similar →
2011 Blackmail for Beginners Grandmother Average Similar →
2011 Magic Silver 2 Gamlemor Flop Similar →
2007 Ja vi elsker ARVE! - Flop Similar →
2006 Aud go'hjerta Self Flop Similar →
1998 Rett i lomma Frk. Kaupang Flop Similar →
1996 Maja Stoneface Grandma Hit Similar →
1994 Fredrikssons fabrikk – The movie Oddveig Flop Similar →
1992 Latterbrøl med Arve Opsahl - Flop Similar →
1991 Frida - Straight from the Heart Ellinor Svendsen Average Similar →
1989 Viva Villaveien! Alice Lindeblad Flop Similar →
1989 A Handful of Time - Flop Similar →
1988 Sweetwater Marta Flop Similar →
1986 Plastposen Kioskdame Average Similar →
1985 Deilig er fjorden Rigmor Svahberg Flop Similar →
1981 Den grønne heisen Topsy Lorck Mathiesen Flop Similar →
1980 Belønningen Ann Flop Similar →
1975 Glade vrinsk - Flop Similar →
1974 Bør Børson Jr. Frik Finckel Average Similar →
1973 The Olsen Gang and Dynamite-Harry Goes Wild Ragna Hit Similar →
1973 Dear Little Norway - Average Similar →
1972 Mord i det hvite hus - Flop Similar →
1972 An Enemy of the People Mrs. Stockmann Flop Similar →
1972 Closed Ward - Flop Similar →
1969 22 november - den store leiegården - Flop Similar →
1968 The Market of the Unknowns - Flop Similar →
1968 Smugglers Jenny Flop Similar →
1968 The Man Who Could Not Laugh - Flop Similar →
1967 Love Thy Neighbour Frk. Andresen Flop Similar →
1967 Liv Damen i vinduet Average Similar →
1966 Congratulations Andersens! Fru Salvesen Average Similar →
1964 Daddy's Success Sykegymnasten Flop Similar →
1963 Freske fraspark Ollvars kone Flop Similar →
1960 Ungen Sersjant-Petra Flop Similar →
1958 Lend Me Your Wife Selskapsgjest Average Similar →

Elsa Lystad - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Elsa Lystad?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Elsa Lystad is "The Olsen Gang and Dynamite-Harry Goes Wild" with a rating of 7.2/10.

How many movies has Elsa Lystad acted in?

Elsa Lystad has been featured in at least 35 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Elsa Lystad?

Other notable films include "Maja Stoneface", "Liv", and "Frida - Straight from the Heart".

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