Preben Lerdorff Rye
ActingAbout Preben Lerdorff Rye
Preben Lerdorff Rye was a prolific actor in Danish cinema during the mid-to-late 20th century. After varied educations in physical labor jobs, Rye debuted at Odenste Teater in 1938 and later got admitted to Det Kgl. Teater as a student in 1940, where he later became an actor, and was performing on stage up until 1961. Rye then took a brief break from the stage and acting and went on to live as a "civilian", until 1973, where he took up acting full time again, both in film and in theaters.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Preben Lerdorff Rye reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Preben Lerdorff Rye'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 54% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Preben Lerdorff Rye remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Mirror, Mirror, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Preben Lerdorff Rye Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Preben Lerdorff Rye's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Preben Lerdorff Rye.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | Medea | Paedragon | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | Babette's Feast | Kaptajnen | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | The Element of Crime | Grandfather | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | Kick Me in the Traditions! | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1978 | Mirror, Mirror | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | Copper | Fessor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | Normannerne | Regnar Lodbrog | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Anne og Paul | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Nineteen Red Roses | Holger Hjort | Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | Erasmus Montanus | The Lieutenant | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | Præsten i Vejlby | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | The Woolen Stocking Peddler | Vandringsmanden | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | Der var engang | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | Søskende | Mikael | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | Cinéastes de notre temps : Carl Th. Dreyer | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Premiere i helvede | Phillip Michelsen - Skuespiller | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Paradise and Back | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Løgn og løvebrøl | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Vagabonderne paa Bakkegaarden | Jonas | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Lyssky transport gennem Danmark | Onkel Mads | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Sønnen fra Amerika | En arbejder | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Der var engang en gade | David | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Be Dear to Me | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Den kloge mand | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Gengæld | Forfatter Donner | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Mod og mandshjerte | En gangster | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Ordet | Johannes Borgen (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Karen, Maren og Mette | Henrik Larsen | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Kongeligt besøg | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Tove Andersen Criminal Case | Kriminalbetjent Knudsen | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Behind the red gates | Carlo Pedersen, ejer af Dromen | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Lyntoget | Henning Knudsen | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Frihed forpligter | Sørens kollega | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Unge piger forsvinder i København | Johan, tjener, søn af fru Nielsen | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | I gabestokken | Sejr | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | North Sea Boys | Værle | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Smedestræde 4 | Sømand | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Din fortid er glemt | Tennisspiller | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Hvor er Far | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Hr. Petit | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | While the Gate was Locked | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Røverne fra Rold | Reinald - Justis højre hånd | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Letter from the Dead | Skuespiller | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Discretion Wanted | Tømrermester Eriksen | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Hans Store Aften | Morten Just, forfatter | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | I gaar og i morgen | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Day of Wrath | Martin, Absalon's Son from First Marriage (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Derailed | Willy Hansen | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Tante Cramers Testamente | Alfred Olsen, tjener i "Balalajka" | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | En ganske almindelig pige | - | Hit | Similar → |
Preben Lerdorff Rye - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Preben Lerdorff Rye?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Preben Lerdorff Rye is "Mirror, Mirror" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Preben Lerdorff Rye acted in?
Preben Lerdorff Rye has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Preben Lerdorff Rye?
Other notable films include "Normannerne", "Karen, Maren og Mette", and "Discretion Wanted".