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Esa Pakarinen Jr.

Acting
Freshness: Jan 30, 2026
9Total Films
7.3 Highest Rated
Born: Dec 12, 1947
Birth Place: Varkaus, Finland

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Esa Pakarinen Jr. reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 9 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Esa Pakarinen Jr.'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 22% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Esa Pakarinen Jr. remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Year of the Hare, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Esa Pakarinen Jr. Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Esa Pakarinen Jr.'s career based on audience ratings.

★7.3
The Year of the Hare (1977) movie poster
★7.3

The Year of the Hare: Young advertising executive Vatanen suddenly quits his job and his whole life in Helsinki, and decides to spend a while

The Year of the Hare

1977•Comedy
★6.8
Kiljusen herrasväki (1981) movie poster
★6.8

Kiljusen herrasväki: The Kiljunen family wins a holiday trip to Helsinki and the city will never be the same again.

Kiljusen herrasväki

1981•Comedy
★5.8
Jon (1983) movie poster
★5.8

Jon: Story of Jari, a misfit and coward who, after hitting his girlfriend escapes to a fish factory in Norway. There he meets

Jon

1983•Drama
★5.5
Arnold Cautious and the Happiness Stone (2023) movie poster
★5.5

Arnold Cautious and the Happiness Stone: Julius, who devours comic books and vampire stories, has a lively imagination. Julius meets Arnold Cautious, who lives i

Arnold Cautious and the Happiness Stone

2023•Family
★5.5
Koeputkiaikuinen ja Simon enkelit (1979) movie poster
★5.5

Koeputkiaikuinen ja Simon enkelit: Mathematician Mauno Mutikainen is accidentally pronounced dead as a result of an operation where a splinter is being rem

Koeputkiaikuinen ja Simon enkelit

1979•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Esa Pakarinen Jr..

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2023 Arnold Cautious and the Happiness Stone Virastotalon vastaanottovirkailija Average Similar →
1988 Petos vanginvartija Flop Similar →
1983 Jon Grieg Average Similar →
1981 Kiljusen herrasväki Kirjailija Jalmari Finne Hit Similar →
1981 Pedon merkki TK-kuvaaja Flop Similar →
1979 Koeputkiaikuinen ja Simon enkelit poliisi Average Similar →
1978 Poet and Muse von Numers, Japanin-sodan upseeri Flop Similar →
1977 The Year of the Hare Police Officer Hit Similar →
1977 Villahousupakko Doctor Flop Similar →

Esa Pakarinen Jr. - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Esa Pakarinen Jr.?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Esa Pakarinen Jr. is "The Year of the Hare" with a rating of 7.3/10.

How many movies has Esa Pakarinen Jr. acted in?

Esa Pakarinen Jr. has been featured in at least 9 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Esa Pakarinen Jr.?

Other notable films include "Kiljusen herrasväki", "Jon", and "Arnold Cautious and the Happiness Stone".