
Matti Onnismaa
ActingAbout Matti Onnismaa
Matti Kalle Onnismaa (born October 21, 1959) is a Finnish actor. He made his leading performance debut in black comedy film Euthanizer (2017). He has also appeared in films such as The Winter War (1989), The Romanov Stones (1993), Drifting Clouds (1996), Pearls and Pigs (2003), Matti: Hell is for Heroes (2006), Lights in the Dusk (2006), V2: Dead Angel (2007), The Home of Dark Butterflies (2008), Hellsinki (2009), The Other Side of Hope (2017), Rendel (2017) and The Woodcutter Story (2022).
Matti Onnismaa Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Matti Onnismaa reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Matti Onnismaa's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 32% of Matti Onnismaa'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 It Is What It Is, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Matti Onnismaa Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Matti Onnismaa's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Matti Onnismaa has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Luottomies-elokuva: All in | Yksityisetsivä | Average | Similar → |
| 2024 | Snot and Splash: The Mystery of Disappearing Holes | Ihaalainen | Average | Similar → |
| 2023 | It Is What It Is | Older hunter | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2023 | Oh No, Lasse Falls! | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 2023 | Family Time | Seppo | Average | Similar → |
| 2023 | Death Is a Problem for the Living | Erik | Average | Similar → |
| 2023 | Fallen Leaves | Manager of the Metal Workshop | Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | Thank You in Your Language | Security guard | Average | Similar → |
| 2022 | The Woodcutter Story | Buyer | Average | Similar → |
| 2021 | Yellow Sulphur Sky | Anselmi | Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | The Blind Man Who Did Not Want to See Titanic | Dad | Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | Laundry | Neighbor | Average | Similar → |
| 2020 | Carrier | Poliisi | Average | Similar → |
| 2020 | Forest Giant | Järvinen | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | A Mother | Finland's best detective | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | Euthanizer | Veijo | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Rendel | Mr. Erola | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | The Other Side of Hope | Man with Cold Stare | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Guilt | Markku | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | Lapland Odyssey 2 | Poliisi | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | Vares: The Sheriff | Pastori Alanen | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | The Hijack That Went South | Marttisen keilakaveri | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | Simo Times Three | Rimpi | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | Stars Above | Vihavaisen isäntä | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | Vares: The Path of the Righteous Men | Pastori Alanen | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | Play God | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | Vares: The Kiss of Evil | Pastori Alanen | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | Princess | Gustav | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | Bad Family | Man | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | If You Love | Ola | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Hellsinki | Vankilanjohtaja | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | Taarka | Mannerheim | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | V2: Dead Angel | Matti Urjala | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | Kolme suudelmaa | Jaanan isä | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | Lights in the Dusk | Shift Boss | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Matti: Hell Is for Heroes | Salmela | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | Promise | Kouluttaja | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | Pearls and Pigs | Mother's Boyfriend | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | The Classic | Kartio | Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | Highway Society | - | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | Bad Luck Love | Isännöitsijä Herranen | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | Pieni pyhiinvaellus | Lääkäri | Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | Lakeuden kutsu | Nikander, pankinjohtaja | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | White Marble | Everstiluutnantti | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | Drifting Clouds | Forsström | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Pidetty hiljainen mies | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | Routasydän | Varomaa | Average | Similar → |
| 1992 | Kauhun millimetrit | Henkilöstöpäällikkö | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Missä on suuri pohjoinen | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | The Winter War | Veikko Korpela | Hit | Similar → |
Matti Onnismaa - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Matti Onnismaa?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Matti Onnismaa is "It Is What It Is" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Matti Onnismaa acted in?
Matti Onnismaa has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Matti Onnismaa?
Other notable films include "Drifting Clouds", "Oh No, Lasse Falls!", and "The Blind Man Who Did Not Want to See Titanic".




