Per Wahlöö - Actor Profile

Per Wahlöö

Writing
Freshness: Jan 20, 2026
1Total Films
5.0 Highest Rated
Born: Aug 5, 1926
Birth Place: Kungsbacka, Flax Halland, Sweden

About Per Wahlöö

Per Fredrik Wahlöö (5 August 1926 – 22 June 1975) – in English translations often identified as Peter Wahloo – was a Swedish author. He is perhaps best known for the collaborative work with his partner Maj Sjöwall on a series of ten novels about the exploits of Martin Beck, a police detective in Stockholm, published between 1965 and 1975. In 1971, The Laughing Policeman (a translation of Den skrattande polisen, originally published in 1968) won an Edgar Award from the Mystery Writers of America for Best Novel. Wahlöö and Sjöwall also wrote novels separately.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Per Wahlöö reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 1 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Documentary

The majority of Per Wahlöö's filmography leans towards the Documentary 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 0% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Per Wahlöö remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Sjöwall & Wahlöö - Berättelsen om ett brott, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Per Wahlöö Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Per Wahlöö's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Per Wahlöö.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2016 Sjöwall & Wahlöö - Berättelsen om ett brott Self (archive footage) Flop Similar →

Per Wahlöö - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Per Wahlöö?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Per Wahlöö is "Sjöwall & Wahlöö - Berättelsen om ett brott" with a rating of 5.0/10.

How many movies has Per Wahlöö acted in?

Per Wahlöö has been featured in at least 1 major films throughout their career.