Per Wahlöö - Actor Profile

Per Wahlöö

Writing
Updated: Apr 17, 2026
1Total Films
5.0 Highest Rated
Born: Aug 5, 1926
Birth Place: Kungsbacka, Flax Halland, Sweden

About Per Wahlöö

Per Fredrik Wahlöö (5 August 1926 – 22 June 1975) – in English translations often identified as Peter Wahloo – was a Swedish author. He is perhaps best known for the collaborative work with his partner Maj Sjöwall on a series of ten novels about the exploits of Martin Beck, a police detective in Stockholm, published between 1965 and 1975. In 1971, The Laughing Policeman (a translation of Den skrattande polisen, originally published in 1968) won an Edgar Award from the Mystery Writers of America for Best Novel. Wahlöö and Sjöwall also wrote novels separately.

Per Wahlöö Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Per Wahlöö reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 1 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 0% of Per Wahlöö'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 Sjöwall & Wahlöö - Berättelsen om ett brott, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Per Wahlöö Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Per Wahlöö's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Per Wahlöö has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2016 Sjöwall & Wahlöö - Berättelsen om ett brott Self (archive footage) Flop Similar →

Per Wahlöö - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Per Wahlöö?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Per Wahlöö is "Sjöwall & Wahlöö - Berättelsen om ett brott" with a rating of 5.0/10.

How many movies has Per Wahlöö acted in?

Per Wahlöö has been featured in at least 1 major films throughout their career.

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