Sulevi Peltola
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Sulevi Antero Peltola (December 7, 1946, Viljakkala – January 28, 2025, Helsinki) was a Finnish actor. He graduated from the acting course at the Finnish Theatre School in 1968 and thereafter worked as an assistant to Rauni Mollberg and Mikko Niskasen, among others. Early in his career, Peltola was involved in the founding of the KOM theatre. He frequently collaborated with director Matti Ijäs.
Sulevi Peltola Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Sulevi Peltola 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 Sulevi Peltola's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 26% of Sulevi Peltola'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 Herr Puntila And His Servant Matti, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Sulevi Peltola Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Sulevi Peltola's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Sulevi Peltola has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | The Dinosaur | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 2020 | The Last Ones | Rupi's Father | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | Happier Times, Grump | Kolehmainen | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | The Other Side of Hope | Poker Room Operator | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Tatu and Patu: An Oddsville Christmas | Martti | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | Ricky Rapper and the Nighthawk | Museum guard | Flop | Similar → |
| 2015 | Dirty Hands | Hoederer | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | The Grump | Helminen | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Boy Upside Down | Rafu | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | Naked Harbour | Driver | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | Under the North Star II | Preeti Leppänen | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | Under the North Star | Preeti Leppänen | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | The Temptation of St. Tony | Uncle Vanja | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | Last Cowboy Standing | Taikuri | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | Tears of April | Konsta | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | Helsinki, Forever | Narrator (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Autumn Ball | Hairdresser Augusti Kaski | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | The Town Manager | - | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | Kolme suudelmaa | Jaakko Sakkanen | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | Man Exposed | rakennusneuvos | Flop | Similar → |
| 2006 | Lights in the Dusk | Supervisor | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Promise | Kirkkoherra Kirkkonummella | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | Frozen Land | Teuvo 'Teukka' Hurskainen | Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | Vares: Private Eye | Pornokauppias Viljanen | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | Tuulikaappimaa | Gunnar | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | Pearls and Pigs | Police Officer | Average | Similar → |
| 2002 | Blue Corner | PK | Average | Similar → |
| 2002 | The Handcuff King | Eskon isoisä | Average | Similar → |
| 2002 | The Man Without a Past | Unemployment Office Manager | Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | Bad Luck Love | Silander | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | Geography of Fear | Aaro Parkkinen, meritutkija | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | Blindfolded | Opettaja | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | A Stone Left Unturned | Erkki | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | White Marble | Toriseva | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | Fire-Eater | Arvo | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | A Summer by the River | Puukko | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Lahja | Pylvänäinen | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | Yöjuna | kuulustelija | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | Drifting Clouds | Man at Nelia | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | Kissan kuolema | Masa, koulukodin ohjaaja | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Johanneksen leipäpuu | Johannes | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | The Prodigal Son | Detective Lieutenant Salminen | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Dolly and Her Lover | Karisto's assistant | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | The Wedding Waltz | Öövini | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Petos | metsätyömies | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | The Wrestler | Ruumisautokuski | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | Herr Puntila And His Servant Matti | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Ihmemies | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | Seitsemän veljestä | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | Pockpicket - Recollections of a Helsinki Bourgeois Youth | - | Average | Similar → |
Sulevi Peltola - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Sulevi Peltola?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Sulevi Peltola is "Herr Puntila And His Servant Matti" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Sulevi Peltola acted in?
Sulevi Peltola has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Sulevi Peltola?
Other notable films include "A Stone Left Unturned", "Drifting Clouds", and "The Man Without a Past".