Jānis Melderis - Actor Profile

Jānis Melderis

Acting
Freshness: Jan 28, 2026
13Total Films
7.5 Highest Rated
Born: Apr 4, 1938
Birth Place: Riga, Latvian Republic

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Jānis Melderis reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 13 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Jānis Melderis'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 15% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Jānis Melderis remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Keys to Paradise, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Jānis Melderis Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Jānis Melderis's career based on audience ratings.

★7.5
Keys to Paradise (1976) movie poster
★7.5

Keys to Paradise: Successful work and life of a brave militia captain who does not know much about human psychology.

Keys to Paradise

1976•Drama
★7.0
Arena (1967) movie poster
★7.0

Arena: In one of the occupied European cities, the commandant of the garrison gathers a troupe of circus performers. Coming fro

Arena

1967•Drama
★5.6
The Unforgettable (1967) movie poster
★5.6

The Unforgettable: About hardships of the first years of War, which fell to the lot of ordinary people in Ukraine, who got under the yoke o

The Unforgettable

1967•War
★5.5
The Detached Mission (1986) movie poster
★5.5

The Detached Mission: In the waters of the Pacific Ocean, regular maneuvers of the Soviet and American squadrons are taking place. After month

The Detached Mission

1986•Action
★4.8
The Republic of Varnu Street (1970) movie poster
★4.8

The Republic of Varnu Street: Children of Varnu Street whose fathers work in nearby factories face the "Tuliana Empire" - a group of boys, children of

The Republic of Varnu Street

1970•Family

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Jānis Melderis.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1986 The Detached Mission Crowder Average Similar →
1981 Mercedes Runs Away from the Chase Dietrich, German major Flop Similar →
1980 Brothers Rico Nick Karmin Flop Similar →
1977 The Day of Retribution Dr. Laurynas Flop Similar →
1976 Keys to Paradise Harold Super Hit Similar →
1973 Checkmate to the Queen of Diamonds - Flop Similar →
1972 Street Without End engineer Flop Similar →
1970 The Republic of Varnu Street Arturs Flop Similar →
1970 The Republic of Varnu Street - Flop Similar →
1967 "Ciklons" sāksies naktī - Flop Similar →
1967 Arena commandant Hit Similar →
1967 The Unforgettable Ludwig Kraus Average Similar →
1966 Rīta miglā Arnis Flop Similar →

Jānis Melderis - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Jānis Melderis?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jānis Melderis is "Keys to Paradise" with a rating of 7.5/10.

How many movies has Jānis Melderis acted in?

Jānis Melderis has been featured in at least 13 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Jānis Melderis?

Other notable films include "Arena", "The Unforgettable", and "The Detached Mission".