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Heikki Packalén

Acting
Freshness: Jan 22, 2026
12Total Films
7.0 Highest Rated
Born: Dec 7, 1921
Birth Place: Rauma, Finland

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Heikki Packalén reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 12 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Heikki Packalén'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 8% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Heikki Packalén remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Evakko, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Heikki Packalén Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Heikki Packalén's career based on audience ratings.

★7.0
Evakko (1956) movie poster
★7.0

Evakko: Evakko is a portrayal of Soviet-Finnish winter war of 1939/40 and the associated evacuations in different parts of the c

Evakko

1956•Drama
★6.0
The Bridal Wreath (1954) movie poster
★6.0

The Bridal Wreath: A story about an upper-class student and a poor servant girl who fall in love despite everyone being against it.

The Bridal Wreath

1954•Drama
★6.0
"Minä elän" (1946) movie poster
★6.0

"Minä elän": The life story of Aleksis Kivi, author of the first Finnish novel in Finnish language and (posthumously) its most succes

"Minä elän"

1946•Drama
★6.0
People in the Summer Night (1948) movie poster
★6.0

People in the Summer Night: A story set over one night in a small rural community we watch various relationships and actions among local people; the

People in the Summer Night

1948•Drama
★5.5
Salakuljettajan laulu (1952) movie poster
★5.5

Salakuljettajan laulu: Customs officer Tapio goes undercover to reveal a smuggling ring, which operates within an entrainment troupe. While doi

Salakuljettajan laulu

1952•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Heikki Packalén.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1956 Evakko Riikilä Hit Similar →
1955 Säkkijärven polkka Dallapén mies Flop Similar →
1955 The Doll Merchant (uncredited) Average Similar →
1954 Pekka ja Pätkä lumimiehen jäljillä Salminen (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1954 The Bridal Wreath - Average Similar →
1952 Salakuljettajan laulu Tullimies Average Similar →
1948 Ruusu ja kulkuri Student (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1948 People in the Summer Night Selma's boyfriend Average Similar →
1948 Sydämeni laulu Narration Flop Similar →
1947 Tahtoisin olla kuningatar - Flop Similar →
1946 "Minä elän" Aapo (uncredited) Average Similar →
1945 Suomisen Olli yllättää Poika (uncredited) Flop Similar →

Heikki Packalén - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Heikki Packalén?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Heikki Packalén is "Evakko" with a rating of 7.0/10.

How many movies has Heikki Packalén acted in?

Heikki Packalén has been featured in at least 12 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Heikki Packalén?

Other notable films include "The Bridal Wreath", ""Minä elän"", and "People in the Summer Night".