Tõnu Aav - Actor Profile

Tõnu Aav

Acting
Updated: Apr 13, 2026
29Total Films
9.0 Highest Rated
Born: Jan 21, 1939
Birth Place: Tallinn, Harju County, Estonia

About Tõnu Aav

Tõnu Aav (January 21, 1939 – August 14, 2019) was an Estonian stage, film, TV, and radio actor. Aav was born in Tallinn and graduated from the Estonian Academy of Music and Theatre in 1961. From 1961 he performed at the Estonian Drama Theatre in Tallinn. He played in dozens of films and twenty screenplays and also recorded a number of radio play and audio CDs (including Uncle Remus stories and Alice in Wonderland) as well as a recurring role as Feliks Viss on the ETV dramatic series Õnne 13. From 1965 until 1974 Aav was married to actress Irja Aav (née Pilvet). The couple had two sons, music producer and conductor Lauri Aav and prop maker Ardi Aav.

Tõnu Aav Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Tõnu Aav reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 29 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 21% of Tõnu Aav'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 Fire in the Night, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Tõnu Aav Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Tõnu Aav's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Tõnu Aav has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

Tõnu Aav - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Tõnu Aav?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Tõnu Aav is "Fire in the Night" with a rating of 9.0/10.

How many movies has Tõnu Aav acted in?

Tõnu Aav has been featured in at least 29 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Tõnu Aav?

Other notable films include "Liberation: The Fire Bulge", "Armastuse lahinguväljad", and "Liberation: Breakthrough".

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