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Erkki Poikonen

Acting
Freshness: Jan 27, 2026
7Total Films
6.5 Highest Rated
Born: Feb 6, 1921
Birth Place: Naantali, Finland

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Erkki Poikonen reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 7 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Erkki Poikonen's filmography leans towards the Drama 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 14% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Erkki Poikonen remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Tähdet kertovat, komisario Palmu, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Erkki Poikonen Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Erkki Poikonen's career based on audience ratings.

★6.5
Tähdet kertovat, komisario Palmu (1962) movie poster
★6.5

Tähdet kertovat, komisario Palmu: A man's body is found on Tähtitorninmäki in Helsinki. Palmu starts to investigate the case, but the scandalous newspaper

Tähdet kertovat, komisario Palmu

1962•Comedy
★5.8
The Scarlet Dove (1961) movie poster
★5.8

The Scarlet Dove: Dr. Aitamaa is spending holiday with his family at their summer villa. He accidentally reads a letter that was meant to

The Scarlet Dove

1961•Drama
★5.0
Kaunis Kaarina (1955) movie poster
★5.0

Kaunis Kaarina: Kaarina, an orphan girl raised by Taneli, the innkeeper, notices that her friendship with her childhood friend Antti is

Kaunis Kaarina

1955•Drama
★4.3
Pekka ja Pätkä sammakkomiehinä (1957) movie poster
★4.3

Pekka ja Pätkä sammakkomiehinä: Pekka Puupää and Pätkä, who return to Helsinki from an unsuccessful variety show tour, are forced into refresher trainin

Pekka ja Pätkä sammakkomiehinä

1957•Comedy
★4.0
Nummisuutarit (1957) movie poster
★4.0

Nummisuutarit: Esko is going to a neighboring village to marry Kreeta after her father arranged the marriage with Esko's father. Esko t

Nummisuutarit

1957•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Erkki Poikonen.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1962 Tähdet kertovat, komisario Palmu Police Officer Hit Similar →
1961 The Scarlet Dove Erkki (uncredited) Average Similar →
1958 Kahden ladun poikki (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1957 Pekka ja Pätkä sammakkomiehinä (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1957 Nummisuutarit Teemu Flop Similar →
1956 Juha Guest (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1955 Kaunis Kaarina (uncredited) Flop Similar →

Erkki Poikonen - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Erkki Poikonen?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Erkki Poikonen is "Tähdet kertovat, komisario Palmu" with a rating of 6.5/10.

How many movies has Erkki Poikonen acted in?

Erkki Poikonen has been featured in at least 7 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Erkki Poikonen?

Other notable films include "The Scarlet Dove", "Kaunis Kaarina", and "Pekka ja Pätkä sammakkomiehinä".