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Jarkko Rantanen

Acting
Updated: Apr 16, 2026
11Total Films
7.5 Highest Rated
Born: Sep 25, 1946
Birth Place: Helsinki, Finland

Jarkko Rantanen Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Jarkko Rantanen reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 11 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 9% of Jarkko Rantanen'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 Kun lesket lempivät, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Jarkko Rantanen Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Jarkko Rantanen's career based on audience ratings.

★7.5
Kun lesket lempivät (1974) movie poster
★7.5

Kun lesket lempivät: Simo Kämäräinen, a widowed cottage owner, and his chairman leave with marriage intentions for Juva. A play based on Maij

Kun lesket lempivät

1974
★6.1
Uuno Turhapuro armeijan leivissä (1984) movie poster
★6.1

Uuno Turhapuro armeijan leivissä: Uuno is forced to complete his mandatory military service when it is revealed that he only spent one day in the army in

Uuno Turhapuro armeijan leivissä

1984•Comedy
★6.0
Rottasota (1968) movie poster
★6.0

Rottasota: A story about the rise of awareness among the youth against the pollution and eco-system disaster. The conflict between

Rottasota

1968•Drama
★5.0
Hyvästi ennen aamua (1989) movie poster
★5.0

Hyvästi ennen aamua: The story of an aging, alcoholic rock musician who lives with his daughter and dreams of returning to the stage.

Hyvästi ennen aamua

1989•Drama
★5.0
Petos (1988) movie poster
★5.0

Petos: The very first American-style Post Office robbery in Finland. In the midst of the 60's a gangster quartet led by Hilariu

Petos

1988•Drama

Full Filmography

Every movie Jarkko Rantanen has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1990 Porttikielto taivaaseen - Flop Similar →
1989 Hyvästi ennen aamua Tommi Flop Similar →
1988 Petos Jori Hellström, "Humu" Flop Similar →
1984 Uuno Turhapuro armeijan leivissä Napero Average Similar →
1982 Jousiampuja Hasse Flop Similar →
1981 Ansa Maxim Flop Similar →
1981 Pedon merkki Sotilas päämajassa Flop Similar →
1979 Ruskan jälkeen Nestori's Friend Flop Similar →
1975 Kesän maku Unski Flop Similar →
1974 Kun lesket lempivät Viulu-Heikki Super Hit Similar →
1968 Rottasota Jarski Average Similar →

Jarkko Rantanen - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Jarkko Rantanen?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jarkko Rantanen is "Kun lesket lempivät" with a rating of 7.5/10.

How many movies has Jarkko Rantanen acted in?

Jarkko Rantanen has been featured in at least 11 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Jarkko Rantanen?

Other notable films include "Uuno Turhapuro armeijan leivissä", "Rottasota", and "Hyvästi ennen aamua".

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