Elsje de Wijn - Actor Profile

Elsje de Wijn

Acting
Updated: Apr 13, 2026
10Total Films
6.7 Highest Rated
Born: Jan 3, 1944
Birth Place: Amsterdam, Netherlands

About Elsje de Wijn

Elsje Agatha Francisca de Wijn (Amsterdam, 3 January 1944) is a Dutch actress. After her final exams at the Amsterdam Theater School in 1967 she worked for, among others, the theater companies Baal, Art and Pro, the Nationale Toneel, Toneelgroep Amsterdam and Dorst. The single Karel, from the theater production Man and Mouse, composed by Harry Bannink on a text by Annie M.G. Schmidt became a hit. From Wikipedia (nl), the free encyclopedia

Known For: Acting

Elsje de Wijn Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Elsje de Wijn reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 10 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 10% of Elsje de Wijn'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 For a Lost Soldier, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Elsje de Wijn Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Elsje de Wijn's career based on audience ratings.

★6.7
For a Lost Soldier (1992) movie poster
★6.7

For a Lost Soldier: In the occupied Netherlands near the end of WWII, a young teenager, Jeroen Boman (Maarten Smit) is sent to the Dutch cou

For a Lost Soldier

1992•Drama
★6.0
Alles op Tafel (2021) movie poster
★6.0

Alles op Tafel: Seven friends meet up for dinner and decide to play a revealing game. During the evening deep personal secrets will surf

Alles op Tafel

2021•Comedy
★6.0
Roodkapje: Een modern sprookje (2017) movie poster
★6.0

Roodkapje: Een modern sprookje: Young musician Suus is nicknamed 'Roodkapje' for her perpetual red hat. After a local talent show, her career takes off.

Roodkapje: Een modern sprookje

2017•Family
★5.9
Broken Mirrors (1984) movie poster
★5.9

Broken Mirrors: Diane and Dora are two prostitutes who begin to rebel against their lot in life. Meanwhile, in another part of town, a m

Broken Mirrors

1984•Drama
★4.8
The Fourteenth Chick (1998) movie poster
★4.8

The Fourteenth Chick: As a young couple find themselves lost in Amsterdam en route to their own engagement dinner, tensions arise at the resta

The Fourteenth Chick

1998•Drama

Full Filmography

Every movie Elsje de Wijn has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2022 Aching Hearts - Flop Similar →
2021 Alles op Tafel Moeder Inge Average Similar →
2017 Roodkapje: Een modern sprookje oma Average Similar →
1998 The Fourteenth Chick Mrs. Ackerman Flop Similar →
1992 For a Lost Soldier Mem Hit Similar →
1984 Broken Mirrors Buurvrouw Diane Average Similar →
1984 The Silent Pacific Receptioniste Flop Similar →
1975 Happy Days Are Here Again Aafke Flop Similar →
1973 Frank and Eva - Flop Similar →
1971 Een huis in een schoen Moeder van Annabel Flop Similar →

Elsje de Wijn - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Elsje de Wijn?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Elsje de Wijn is "For a Lost Soldier" with a rating of 6.7/10.

How many movies has Elsje de Wijn acted in?

Elsje de Wijn has been featured in at least 10 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Elsje de Wijn?

Other notable films include "Alles op Tafel", "Roodkapje: Een modern sprookje", and "Broken Mirrors".

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