Sulev Luik - Actor Profile

Sulev Luik

Acting
Updated: Apr 14, 2026
33Total Films
8.6 Highest Rated
Born: Apr 16, 1954
Birth Place: Kilingi-Nõmme, Estonian SRR, USSR [now Estonia]

About Sulev Luik

Sulev Luik (April 16, 1954, in Kilingi-Nõmme – June 29, 1997, in Tallinn) was an Estonian actor. In 1976 he graduated from Tallinn State Conservatory. 1976-1988 he worked at Noorsooteater and since 1988 at Estonian Drama Theatre. Besides theatrical roles he played also in over 30 films. Luik was murdered in Kadriorg Park near his home on 29 June 1997, aged 43. Police arrested three homeless individuals, two men and a woman, in connection with the murder between 17 and 18 August of that year. According to the criminal investigators, the motive for the murder was a quarrel while all four individuals, including Luik, were drinking alcohol in the park. The three individuals charged with Luik's murder were later sentenced to between eight and twelve years in prison. Luik was buried at Tallinn's Forest Cemetery.

Sulev Luik Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Sulev Luik reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 33 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 12% of Sulev Luik'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 State Border: Vol. 7. Salty Wind, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Sulev Luik Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Sulev Luik's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Sulev Luik has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2008 Nazis and Blondes (archive footage) Average Similar →
1997 All My Lenins Zimmermann Flop Similar →
1996 Rothschild's Violin - Hit Similar →
1993 Hysteria Sergei's Driver Flop Similar →
1993 Tear of the Prince of Darkness Baron's Agent Flop Similar →
1992 Those Old Love-letters Wounded in the Infirmary (uncredited) Average Similar →
1992 Võlausaldajad Gustav Flop Similar →
1992 The Sunny Kids - Flop Similar →
1991 Peace Avenue - Flop Similar →
1991 Surmatants Schiekel Kalt Flop Similar →
1990 SuperCop - Flop Similar →
1990 A Man Who Never Was minister-marauder Flop Similar →
1990 Awakening City Man Flop Similar →
1989 Stolen Meeting Uibo Flop Similar →
1989 Latvieši?! - Flop Similar →
1988 A Pitcher at a Spring Father Martin Flop Similar →
1988 Dance Around the Steam Boiler - Average Similar →
1988 State Border: Vol. 7. Salty Wind - Super Hit Similar →
1988 Boat - Flop Similar →
1988 The Witch - Average Similar →
1988 Vernanda - Flop Similar →
1987 In One Hundred Years in May Estonian Poet Flop Similar →
1986 Flamingo: The Bird of Luck - Flop Similar →
1984 The Tin Men Mr. Rowe Flop Similar →
1984 Two Couples and Loneliness violinist Flop Similar →
1984 Requiem Major Andrei Dobrjanski Flop Similar →
1983 Arabella, the Pirate's Daughter Instrument Player Hit Similar →
1983 Corrida Tarmo Flop Similar →
1980 The Master of Kõrboja Villu's Companion Flop Similar →
1980 Wild Violets Sander Average Similar →
1979 Dead Mountaineer's Hotel Luarvik Average Similar →
1976 Võsakurat - Flop Similar →
1975 Colourful Dreams Rainbow (uncredited) Hit Similar →

Sulev Luik - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Sulev Luik?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Sulev Luik is "State Border: Vol. 7. Salty Wind" with a rating of 8.6/10.

How many movies has Sulev Luik acted in?

Sulev Luik has been featured in at least 33 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Sulev Luik?

Other notable films include "Rothschild's Violin", "Arabella, the Pirate's Daughter", and "Colourful Dreams".

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