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Vilho Ruuskanen

Acting
Freshness: Jan 27, 2026
50Total Films
8.5 Highest Rated
Born: Oct 12, 1912
Birth Place: Terijoki, Finland

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Vilho Ruuskanen 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: Comedy

The majority of Vilho Ruuskanen's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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 8% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Vilho Ruuskanen remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Pikku Ilona ja hänen karitsansa, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Vilho Ruuskanen Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Vilho Ruuskanen's career based on audience ratings.

★8.5
Pikku Ilona ja hänen karitsansa (1957) movie poster
★8.5

Pikku Ilona ja hänen karitsansa: Ilona, an orphan from the cruel Paksula family, ends up in Helsinki at a children's home for immigrants and from there b

Pikku Ilona ja hänen karitsansa

1957•Drama
★7.3
The Unknown Soldier (1955) movie poster
★7.3

The Unknown Soldier: It is the summer of 1941. An eastern-Finnish machine gun company receives an order to turn in their surplus equipment. T

The Unknown Soldier

1955•Drama
★7.0
Scandal in the Girls' School (1960) movie poster
★7.0

Scandal in the Girls' School: The headmaster of a private girls' school is doing her best to maintain strict discipline in the school. In addition to

Scandal in the Girls' School

1960•Comedy
★7.0
1918 (1957) movie poster
★7.0

1918: Pastor Samuel Bro has lost his faith in God. He is in conflict with the Church Council and is rejected from his priestho

1918

1957•Drama
★6.0
Asessorin naishuolet (1958) movie poster
★6.0

Asessorin naishuolet: After the death of his long-time housekeeper, a meticulous assessor has trouble finding a new one.

Asessorin naishuolet

1958•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Vilho Ruuskanen.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1962 Ihana seikkailu (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1960 Myöhästynyt hääyö - Flop Similar →
1960 Kaks' tavallista Lahtista (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1960 Scandal in the Girls' School Frans Sedelman Hit Similar →
1960 Pekka ja Pätkä neekereinä (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1960 Nina ja Erik (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1960 Oho, sanoi Eemeli (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1959 Taas tapaamme Suomisen perheen (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1959 Kolmas laukaus Jukka Perälä Flop Similar →
1959 Punainen viiva Meeting Guest (uncredited) Average Similar →
1958 Verta käsissämme Antti (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1958 Asessorin naishuolet Portrait Unveiler (uncredited) Average Similar →
1958 Kulkurin masurkka Vouti Flop Similar →
1957 Pekka ja Pätkä sammakkomiehinä (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1957 Niskavuori taistelee (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1957 1918 Ahola Hit Similar →
1957 Rakas varkaani (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1957 Pikku Ilona ja hänen karitsansa (uncredited) Super Hit Similar →
1956 Lain mukaan Man in Inn Average Similar →
1955 The Unknown Soldier Autio Hit Similar →
1955 Neiti talonmies (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1955 Rakkaus kahleissa Night Guard (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1955 Veteraanin voitto (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1955 Pekka ja Pätkä puistotäteinä - Flop Similar →
1954 Hilmanpäivät (uncredited) Average Similar →
1954 Niskavuoren Aarne (uncredited) Average Similar →
1953 Alaston malli karkuteillä (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1953 Se alkoi sateessa (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1953 Pekka Puupää Taksinkuljettaja (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1952 Kipparikvartetti Paukku (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1952 Lännen lokarin veli (uncredited) Average Similar →
1952 Kulkurin tyttö Voro-Vento Flop Similar →
1951 Rovaniemen markkinoilla (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1950 Tanssi yli hautojen - Flop Similar →
1948 Pontevat pommaripojat - Flop Similar →
1948 Neljästoista vieras (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1947 Pikku-Matti maailmalla Iivari (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1945 Kyläraittien kuningas Jartun Kalle Flop Similar →
1944 Ballaadi Ganzauge Flop Similar →
1943 Suomisen taiteilijat Kimmo Arijoutsi Flop Similar →
1943 Synnitön lankeemus (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1943 Valkoiset ruusut (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1943 Hevoshuijari (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1943 Tyttö astuu elämään (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1942 Niin se on, poijaat! (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1941 Jos oisi valtaa… (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1941 Kulkurin valssi (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1940 Poikani pääkonsuli Singer (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1940 Runon kuningas ja muuttolintu (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1937 Tukkijoella Kasuri Flop Similar →

Vilho Ruuskanen - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Vilho Ruuskanen?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Vilho Ruuskanen is "Pikku Ilona ja hänen karitsansa" with a rating of 8.5/10.

How many movies has Vilho Ruuskanen acted in?

Vilho Ruuskanen has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Vilho Ruuskanen?

Other notable films include "The Unknown Soldier", "Scandal in the Girls' School", and "1918".