753 Finnish Films to Watch Now
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MiehekeMovie · 1936 · 80mIrmeli desires a secretary position but discovers it's only available to married women. She fabricates a recent marriage and enlists a stranger from a local restaurant to pretend to be her husband. Maintaining the deception leads to unforeseen difficulties.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.6 - 202
ScrewedMovie · 2018 · 100m · Romance, DramaDuring a summer spent in the Finnish countryside, seventeen-year-olds Miku and Elias discover each other.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.0 - 203
Dogs Don't Wear PantsMovie · 2019 · 105m · DramaA heart surgeon, still deeply affected by his wife's death, maintains a detached existence while raising his teenage daughter. An unexpected meeting with a dominatrix reignites emotions he believed lost, leading him into a complex and unusual world where physical and emotional intensity become intertwined.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.9 - 204
Gas, Inspector Palmu!Movie · 1961 · 99mA wealthy widow is found dead in her Helsinki apartment from gas poisoning. The death appears accidental, but Inspector Palmu notices a detail suggesting foul play. Palmu, along with Kokki and Virta, launch an investigation to determine who entered the apartment via the balcony and turned on the gas while Mrs. Skrof was asleep.IMDb 7.7TMDB 7.4 - 205
Trench RoadMovie · 2004 · 113mFollowing his wife's departure, a man fixates on reuniting his family by purchasing a dilapidated house.IMDb 6.1TMDB 5.5 - 206
Anselmi: The Young WerewolfMovie · 2014 · 80mIt's 1973 in southern Finland. Anselmi is born, and his mother vanishes during a snowstorm on his baptism night; she is never found. Anselmi is raised alone by his father. Fifteen years later, a first love sparks a series of changes in Anselmi, uncovering the truth behind his mother's disappearance. His father's long silence breaks, and long-held secrets are revealed.IMDb 5.4TMDB 8.0 - 207
Helmikuun manifestiMovie · 1939 · 99mFebruary Manifesto is a 1939 Finnish historical drama, directed by Yrjö Norta and Toivo Särkkä, based on a novel by Mika Waltari. The film stars Tauno Palo and Regina Linnanheimo and tells a story of developing independence. Due to its anti-Soviet themes, it was banned in Finland from 1944 to 1987.IMDb 4.9TMDB 5.0 - 208
PromiseMovie · 2005 · 112mThe film follows three young women serving in the Finnish women's Lotta Service during World War II. It portrays their experiences throughout the conflict.IMDb 6.4TMDB 5.8 - 209
Tup akka lakkoMovie · 1980 · 105m · ComedyThe quirky sequel to 'Koeputkiaikuinen ja Simon enkelit' brings back witch doctor Jyrä (Hämäläinen) for more outlandish adventures. He’s created a test-tube adult named Spede who looks just like mathematician Mutikainen. When a lab mix-up causes Spede’s body to appear, his voice unexpectedly transfers into Mutikainen’s body, leading to widespread chaos.
'Tup-Akka-Lakko' follows the funny situations that result from this strange event. Jyrä has to deal with the hilarious and unpredictable fallout of his experiment as those around him try to cope with the new reality. This fantastical story is full of lighthearted humor, absurdity, and a bit of mayhem, offering audiences a fun escape to a world where science and magic collide in a wave of laughter.IMDb 5.0TMDB 4.9 - 210
Niskavuoren AarneMovie · 1954 · 91mNiskavuori (Arne from Niskavuori) is a 1954 Finnish drama film, the fourth in a series based on Hella Wuolijoki's play, Niskavuori's Bread. Aarne has married Ilona and moved away from his ancestral home, Niskavuori, where his former wife Martta remains and still holds considerable influence. Though living in Helsinki with Ilona, Aarne hasn't fully severed ties to Niskavuori, secretly communicating with the farm's headmaster and offering guidance on its management.IMDb 6.1TMDB 5.8 - 211
SysmäläinenMovie · 1938 · 93mIn 17th century Finland, Arvid is compelled to marry Brita, but their lives diverge when their families relocate. As years pass, Arvid matures into a distinguished Thirty Years' War veteran renowned for his fencing prowess. He is deeply in love with a local woman who rejects him, and his marriage to Brita remains legally binding.IMDb 5.5TMDB 4.0 - 212
People in the Summer NightMovie · 1948 · 66mOver the course of a single summer night in a rural Finnish community, the film explores the interconnected lives of its residents. We witness births, deaths, and conflicts intensified by alcohol. The fates of lumberjacks, a young man named Nokia, a struggling farming family, and a young girl and her lover become intertwined as the long, bright summer night unfolds. New life emerges, old life ends, a man is killed, and his widow navigates life forward.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.0 - 213
One-Way Ticket to MombasaMovie · 2002 · 88mWhile performing with his pop band, Pete collapses. He receives a serious diagnosis, and the doctor is uncertain if he'll live to his 18th birthday. Inspired by the celebration of Jusa's 18th, Pete finally tells Kata, the girl he loves, how he feels. He and Jusa then travel to Lapland, where Kata works. Under Jusa's influence, Pete has a new experience and they decide to go on a trip together to Mombasa, starting from Lapland.IMDb 6.0TMDB 6.0 - 214
Niskavuoren HetaMovie · 1952 · 95mHeta, the determined daughter of the Niskavuori family, is pregnant and marries Akusti, a farmhand, while still harboring resentment towards Santeria, who hurt her. Heta and Akusti start their life together on the small Muumäki farm, with the help of their devoted maid Siipirikko.IMDb 6.7TMDB 5.7 - 215
FanaticsMovie · 2012 · 84mThis is a buddy comedy about a devoted small-town football fan who falls for an ideal woman. His hopes are dashed when he discovers she supports the rival team. He must now forge a friendship with his adversary, or risk losing the woman he's come to love.IMDb 6.1TMDB 5.4 - 216
The Snow QueenMovie · 1986 · 93mThis Finnish live-action adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen's "The Snow Queen" follows the story of two young children, Kai and Kerttu, and their battle between good and evil.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.6 - 217
Akaton miesMovie · 1983 · 128mA farmer is looking for a wife and places an advertisement in the newspaper and searches at a farm show using a computer. However, his search takes an unexpected turn when a sophisticated woman named Liisa arrives at the village bank – she's educated and cultured.IMDb 6.0TMDB 6.0 - 218
RendelMovie · 2017 · 105m · Action, Fantasy, CrimeRendel, a masked superhero, is consumed by a thirst for vengeance against a ruthless criminal group, ultimately leading to his blindness.IMDb 4.6TMDB 5.5 - 219
Rollo and the Spirit of the WoodsMovie · 2001 · 92mA group of rough, hairy creatures called Rolleys travel to a land where peaceful elves live. Upon arriving at the elven village, the Rolleys frighten the elves and take over their home. An elven girl named Milli, known for her bravery, returns to the village hoping to negotiate peace. The Rolleys are initially resistant to Milli's offer, but she befriends a Rolley named Rölli. Together, they embark on a mission to resolve the ongoing conflict between the elves and the Rolleys.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.6 - 220
The Harvest MonthMovie · 1956 · 94mAugust, directed by Matti Kassila and based on a novel by Nobel laureate F.E. Sillanpää, tells the story of a once-respected family's downfall caused by the father's alcoholism. Toivo Makela gives a compelling performance as the central character, portraying his struggles with sobriety without relying on tired stereotypes. The film's length and somber subject matter, however, restricted its international audience.IMDb 7.3TMDB 6.7 - 221
Linnaisten vihreä kamariMovie · 1945 · 99mIn 1830s Finland, a nobleman navigates the complexities of family. He faces demanding relatives, his daughters' prospective husbands, and unsettling truths about his family history. Adding to the turmoil are misunderstandings of identity and a mysterious, haunted section of his estate.IMDb 6.2TMDB 7.8 - 222
Sellaisena kuin sinä minut halusitMovie · 1944 · 102mHeartbroken after being abandoned by her lover, Maija leaves her island home for the city to work as a housemaid. There, she is seduced by her employer's son, Erkki, and then compelled to leave after becoming pregnant, fearing scandal. Finding few respectable job options, Maija becomes a bar hostess, constantly dealing with unwanted attention while still clinging to the hope of finding lasting love and a better future.IMDb 6.6TMDB 5.5 - 223
Pimeänpirtin hävitysMovie · 1947 · 102mIn 19th-century rural Finland, Leni and later her daughter Hanni, who live on the Pimeänpirtti croft, are seduced by Otto von Holten, the patron of the Kankaanpää Estate.IMDb 6.3TMDB 1.0 - 224
Rat KingMovie · 2012 · 94mEighteen-year-old Juri is deeply addicted to online gaming, leading to isolation from his mother and straining his relationship with his girlfriend. He resolves to quit, but is drawn back in by a fellow gamer, Niki. When they meet, Juri is shocked to find Niki looks exactly like him. A web address tattooed on Niki's arm leads Juri to a strange game that gives him the username RAT KING. As the game grows increasingly perilous, Niki promises to help Juri navigate it. However, the game unleashes a series of real-world dangers, and Juri soon discovers he's gaming for his life.IMDb 5.2TMDB 5.1 - 225
Rölli – hirmuisia kertomuksiaMovie · 1991 · 83mThe Trollforest faces a serious threat, and Rölli, a troll, must team up with a Forest Fairy to protect their shared home.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.5 - 226
Loviisa – Niskavuoren nuori emäntäMovie · 1946 · 88mThe women in a close-knit community manage their land and responsibilities, while the men prioritize romantic pursuits.IMDb 6.9TMDB 5.2 - 227
The Magic CrystalMovie · 2011 · 76mA magical crystal allows Santa to deliver twice as many gifts worldwide, bringing joy to countless families. But Santa's mischievous assistant, Basil, plots to steal the crystal and control the thoughts of children. A courageous young boy named Yotan steps in to stop him, devising a plan to thwart Basil's scheme.IMDb 4.0TMDB 5.1 - 228
Hamlet Goes BusinessMovie · 1987 · 89m · Comedy, DramaThis fresh take on Shakespeare's famous tragedy centers on Hamlet, a young man caught in a strange power struggle for control of a Scandinavian rubber duck company. After his father's sudden death, Hamlet discovers a dark plot by his uncle to seize control and dominate the region's popular water toy business. Dealing with loss, betrayal, and family pressure, Hamlet faces difficult choices about revenge and his own future in a world obsessed with rubber ducks. The film mixes drama, humor, and oddity to examine ambition, identity, and happiness within the unusual world of floating ducks.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.7 - 229
RistoMovie · 2011 · 99mActor Risto is paralyzed in a studio accident. The accident results in significant financial compensation and widespread sympathy. Risto’s young wife uses the money to pursue her dream of becoming an artist, leaving behind her previous job.IMDb 5.2TMDB 4.2 - 230
Lake BodomMovie · 2016 · 90m · HorrorFour friends spend a night at Lake Bodom, the site of unsolved murders from years past. Determined to uncover the truth, the young men head into the surrounding dense forest to investigate the mystery.IMDb 5.2TMDB 5.3 - 231
Niskavuoren naisetMovie · 1958 · 80mThe film explores the clash between traditional ways of life and modern advancements.IMDb 5.7TMDB 4.2 - 232
Niskavuori taisteleeMovie · 1957 · 96mThis is the final film in the Niskavuori series, presented in black and white.IMDb 5.6TMDB 5.2 - 233
Off the MapMovie · 2016 · 99mA driven professional discovers her boyfriend is living a double life. After finding a bag of money, she decides to flee. Joining her is a young girl escaping her criminal stepfather. The pair are working together to reach the woman's grandmother's house.IMDb 5.6TMDB 5.6 - 234
Crime and PunishmentMovie · 1983 · 93m · Crime, DramaIn Helsinki, a former law student now working in a slaughterhouse experiences a life-altering moment of violence. This act plunges him into isolation, but a woman witnesses the crime and becomes drawn to him, wanting to be a part of his life. Their connection deepens as he grapples with guilt and the police close in. The film explores love, guilt, and the repercussions of choices under intense societal pressure.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.9 - 235
Overseas and Under Your SkinMovie · 2009 · 86mIda is a young woman adopted from Africa to Finland. An unemployed seamstress nearing thirty, she still lives with her mother, Kati, who wants to help her. Kati offers Ida a job, but encouraged by a friend named Ville, Ida decides to go to Berlin to find work and demonstrate her independence. Meanwhile, Kati is battling a serious illness, but hides it from Ida, worried it will hinder her daughter's pursuit of self-sufficiency. Ida desires a life of her own, but wonders what she'll gain in the process.IMDb 5.2TMDB 4.0 - 236
SummertimeMovie · 2014 · 90mIiris and Karoliina have been best friends since they were kids. Karoliina has spent the last few years living and traveling abroad, but she's returning home for the summer. She's arranged for Iiris and herself to work as waitresses in Hanko, Finland's most popular summer destination.IMDb 5.5TMDB 4.8 - 237
Onnellinen ministeriMovie · 1941 · 125mAn artist uses a photo from a magazine as inspiration for a lingerie advertisement, unaware the woman in the picture is the daughter of the Finnish finance minister. A scandal threatens to explode, and the artist has 48 hours to find a model who closely resembles the woman in the photo to protect himself. The minister's daughter decides to trick the artist by posing as a streetwalker, and he subsequently hires her as his model.IMDb 6.1TMDB 5.5 - 238
Producing AdultsMovie · 2004 · 102mVenla and Antero, a couple together for years, face a major disagreement. Venla wants to have a child, but Antero, concerned about how fatherhood would affect his speed-skating career, secretly has a vasectomy. Determined to become a mother, Venla consults a fertility doctor, and unexpectedly develops feelings for her.IMDb 6.1TMDB 5.1 - 239
Diva of FinlandMovie · 2019 · 90mEighteen-year-old Henna, a girl from a northern small town, is consumed by envy after obsessively watching Silja, a newcomer from the South, effortlessly achieve everything Henna desires. *Diva of Finland* explores the intense rivalry between these young women and their journey to overcome it.IMDb 5.6TMDB 6.1 - 240
Punasii päinMovie · 2018 · 90mPunasii päin, a Finnish rap film inspired by street art movements like Stop Graffiti, follows graffiti artists Henri and Joonas. They are left without education or work, struggling with debt after being punished for painting on walls. In Helsinki, a city with strict drug laws, the marginalized find opportunity as dealers. The film features many Finnish rap artists and their controversial underground music.IMDb 6.9TMDB 8.0 - 241
Yö vai päiväMovie · 1962 · 91mA French cultural research team journeys to Finland. Starting in Helsinki, they head to Saimaa to experience Midsummer festivities, where the vibrant summer night celebrations deeply affect them.IMDb 4.7TMDB 5.0 - 242
Lentävä kalakukkoMovie · 1953 · 68mFollowing a robbery, a gang of bandits led by Kulaus-Ramperi flees Helsinki aboard the "Lentävä kalakukko" express train. They attempt to blend in with the lively passengers, who are enjoying music and singing. The cheerful conductor Saastamoinen looks out for the unusual travelers on the train.IMDb 5.6TMDB 6.0 - 243
Ricky Rapper and Cool WendyMovie · 2012 · 73mRicky Rapper and Nelly Noodlehead travel to an island resort where Fanny Rapper is the hostess. Simultaneously, Uolevi Horsmaniemi arrives with his daughter Wendy, who is close in age to Ricky and Nelly. Wendy's presence creates tension between Ricky and Nelly, as Nelly increasingly spends time with her.IMDb 5.3TMDB 3.6 - 244
Garbage PrinceMovie · 2011 · 101mAt nineteen, Jed abandons everything and impulsively boards a train, heading nowhere in particular. He unexpectedly arrives in a small Finnish town and is immediately confronted with the realities of self-sufficiency. Adjusting proves difficult, becoming an almost consuming preoccupation. He repeatedly encounters Lulu, a sharp-tongued seventeen-year-old, and their interactions evolve from playful antagonism to genuine friendship, and eventually to love.IMDb 5.4TMDB 5.0 - 245
A Worker's DiaryMovie · 1967 · 92mJuhani, a welder, and Ritva, who comes from a conservative background and works as a clerk, get married. Their relationship is quickly marked by Juhani's frequent work trips, difficulties finding suitable housing, financial worries, and differing political views.IMDb 6.9TMDB 5.3 - 246
The MilkmaidMovie · 1953 · 87mA milkmaid develops feelings for a student who is spending a holiday in her village.IMDb 5.7TMDB 4.9 - 247
Man ExposedMovie · 2006 · 119mA priest who sees himself as unconventional is unexpectedly asked to stand for election as the bishop of Turku.IMDb 5.7TMDB 5.1 - 248
Rally On!Movie · 2009 · 86mMarkku Polonen's hilarious sports comedy centers on Seppo "Sladi" Pesonen, a former professional race car driver now working as a driving instructor. To break the boredom, Pesonen forms "Team Susan," a road rally team based at Pekkarinen's Garage in rural Finland. His nephew Luumu arrives from Helsinki, gets excited about the team, and joins with help from mechanic Suko. However, they face ruthless sabotage from Torppo, the owner of the property where Pekkarinen's Garage is located, who is determined to thwart Team Susan's ambitions.IMDb 5.0TMDB 5.0 - 249
Ricky RapperMovie · 2008 · 79mRicky Rapper, a ten-year-old who loves drumming and rapping, lives with his Aunt Serena. When she breaks her leg, his cousin Fanny moves in to manage the apartment. Fanny's strict rules mean Ricky can no longer play his drums. With the help of his neighbor Nelly, Ricky tries to get things back to normal.IMDb 5.5TMDB 4.8 - 250
The MatriarchMovie · 2007 · 95mMartta and Otto are traveling tailors in Finland, who claim to be descendants of the Romanovs. They journey from town to town with their two adult sons, Hippo, Repe, and Ventti, Ventti being their equally simple son-in-law. The family sometimes resorts to crime when money is tight. As Otto's health declines and Martta takes charge, the boys become increasingly violent. Their lives change when they kidnap a man named Kaspar, who becomes a traveling companion. Despite Kaspar's silence, he catches the eye of Martta’s daughter Lara. However, family tensions rise when a long-lost half-brother, Laszlo, appears and challenges Martta for control of the family.IMDb 5.5TMDB 6.4 - 251
Risti ja liekkiMovie · 1957 · 79mIn early 16th century Finland, a knight named Olavi Gideoninpoika falls in love with Mirjam Raakelintytär. Mirjam is hiding in a monastery disguised as a choir boy, but is discovered by a monk named Rasmus, who also wants her. She is then put on trial.IMDb 5.1TMDB 3.5 - 252
The Doll MerchantMovie · 1955 · 73mA naive doll salesman is wrongly identified as a dangerous anarchist by the ruling authorities of a strict, controlling society.IMDb 6.1TMDB 5.5 - 253
21 Ways to Ruin a MarriageMovie · 2013 · 93mSanna embarks on a project to explore the many ways a marriage can be destroyed for her doctoral research.IMDb 6.2TMDB 5.8 - 254
Rikollinen nainenMovie · 1952 · 110mFleeing her controlling husband, Judge Lauri, Eeva Isokari finds herself in danger. The following day, a body is discovered on the train tracks, and Lauri believes his wife is dead. However, Eeva, who has lost her memory, is being held captive in a prison run by Lauri. The film, titled "A Woman of Crime" in English, tells her story.IMDb 6.2TMDB 4.9 - 255
Almost 18Movie · 2012 · 112mKarri, Pete, André, Akseli, and Joni experience the typical joys and struggles of adolescence: dreaming, socializing, romance, and youthful bravado. They grapple with universal teenage concerns – anxieties and aspirations about the future, disappointments, and difficulties with their families.IMDb 6.2TMDB 5.8 - 256
Devil's BrideMovie · 2016 · 108m · Drama, HistoryIn a 17th-century village on the Åland Islands, Finland, sixteen-year-old Anna lives under the shadow of accusations against women accused of witchcraft. The story is inspired by the historical witch hunts that took place in this region during that time.IMDb 6.0TMDB 5.9 - 257
HomecomingMovie · 2015 · 104mTiina decides to reconnect with her aging, bohemian father who lives alone. She brings her reluctant daughter and new husband to live with him and they begin renovating his old house. But the renovation and confronting the past prove difficult for everyone.IMDb 5.3TMDB 4.6 - 258
Skin, SkinMovie · 1966 · 89mThis film follows four young people from Helsinki who embark on a summer camping trip to the countryside. It explores themes of youth, love's complexities, and the challenges of finding connection.IMDb 6.6TMDB 5.8 - 259
AurinkotuuliMovie · 1980 · 122m · Science Fiction, DramaIn 1970, scientist Erik Rankama made revolutionary discoveries about gravity. His career is cut short by his early death. His colleagues, determined to preserve his work, place him in cryogenic suspension, hoping future technology can revive him.
Nearly thirty years later, in 1999, Erik is awakened. He finds the world transformed and discovers those who knew him are still alive, facing a new millennium. The film explores scientific ambition, human relationships, and the effects of time as Erik adjusts to the late 20th century and tries to reconnect with his past.IMDb 4.3TMDB 2.7 - 260
Herrojen EevaMovie · 1954 · 76mEeva's life takes an unexpected turn when she's selected as a model while working in a hosiery factory. She becomes entangled in a police operation while acting as a courier for her boyfriend.IMDb 4.3TMDB 4.8 - 261
Little WingMovie · 2016 · 100mLittle Wing is the story of Varpu, a 12-year-old girl rapidly approaching adulthood, and her mother, who resists growing up. Varpu lives with her mother and has never known her father. One night, frustrated with her mother and friends, Varpu steals a car and drives north to find him, knowing only his name. But the father she meets isn't what she imagined. This encounter sparks a realization in both Varpu and her mother about their connection to each other and to the world around them.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.7 - 262
Uuno Turhapuron veliMovie · 1994 · 75mUuno Turhapuro's brother comes back from Sweden around the time Uuno has gone missing.IMDb 2.6TMDB 2.5 - 263
JackpotMovie · 2006 · 97m · ComedyKummelin Jackpot, released in February 2006, tells the story of a divorced man played by Silvennoinen. He discovers a method to deceive himself into winning a football betting jackpot.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.4 - 264
Roinilan talossaMovie · 1935 · 104mIn rural southern Häme, the recently deceased Ojala's lost spirit is being searched for. While this happens, Olli, the master's nephew, takes control of the house. Olli attempts to win Anna, the daughter of the Roinila family, over from her affection for Mauno, the farmhand.IMDb 5.2TMDB 8.0 - 265
BlackoutMovie · 2008 · 108mAfter a 13-month coma following a gunshot wound to the head, Dr. Pekka Valinta begins to piece together his forgotten past. He is suffering from complete amnesia and must uncover the truth about himself.IMDb 5.0TMDB 4.4 - 266
A Summer by the RiverMovie · 1998 · 85mKuningasjätkä takes place in North Karelia during the summer of 1955, focusing on 10-year-old Topi's time at a boating site with his father, Tenho, who is a widower.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.8 - 267
Agentti 000 ja kuoleman kurvitMovie · 1983 · 92mIn this Finnish take on the James Bond story, a secret agent finds himself caught in thrilling, action-packed situations.IMDb 3.6TMDB 4.9 - 268
Antti PuuhaaraMovie · 1976 · 107mIn 17th-century Pohjola, Antti Puuhaara struggles to understand his past, having no memory of his early life. Two traveling actors, exiled from Russia to Karelia, had foretold to the shrewd merchant Markki Bohattov that their destinies would become linked. When Antti falls in love with Bohattov's daughter Darja, the merchant arranges for her to marry Arho Mustahatu, a tar merchant.IMDb 4.7TMDB 7.0 - 269
TrustMovie · 1976 · 90mIn December 1917, a Finnish delegation travels to St. Petersburg to meet with Vladimir Lenin, hoping to gain recognition for Finland's independence.IMDb 4.5TMDB 3.2 - 270
EspanjankävijätMovie · 1980 · 69m · Drama, DocumentaryIMDb 6.2TMDB 4.0 - 271
Pyhä perheMovie · 1976 · 101mPaavo Mäkinen's drinking deeply affects his family. His wife, Terttu, becomes depressed and requires hospitalization. Their children – Marja, Tapsa, and Sanna – each struggle with the consequences: they leave home, turn to alcohol, and stop attending school. Can Paavo overcome his alcoholism to save his family?IMDb 6.1TMDB 3.7 - 272
Winning TicketMovie · 2018 · 86mEevi works at a beauty salon in the Helsinki suburbs with her husband Kari, who dreams of being a rock star. After winning the lottery, they decide to maintain their ordinary lives, keeping the win a secret. But the money is difficult to conceal, and it strains their self-perception and marriage. People react strangely to them, even as they try to act normally. Do millions truly bring happiness?IMDb 4.9TMDB 5.0 - 273
Kesän makuMovie · 1975 · 100mLiisa, a young nurse, returns to the isolated island where she spent her summers as a child. She begins to connect with local residents Pekka and Paula. As the island's summer festivities unfold, hidden tensions begin to surface.IMDb 5.2TMDB 2.3 - 274
NightmareMovie · 2012 · 74mPeppi, 21, is excited for a honeymoon cruise with her new husband and friends. The trip begins happily, but encounters with old acquaintances stir up painful memories. Soon, unsettling events unfold on the ship as members of Peppi’s group start vanishing. She realizes these disappearances are connected to a past drug-related tragedy she was involved in. As the situation escalates, even those closest to Peppi appear to have reasons to harm her. Paranoia sets in: who can she trust when everyone is a suspect?IMDb 2.7TMDB 3.2 - 275
Black Blooded Brides of SatanMovie · 2009 · 104m"Black Blooded Brides of Satan" is a grim and realistic horror film set in a world consumed by modern devil worship, where anguish and despair offer no escape. Linda, a student from a privileged background, faces intense pressure from her parents to succeed. This pressure sparks rebellion, and she and her friend are drawn into the dark world of Satanism. They fall under the influence of a charismatic Master, participating in rituals that blur the lines between reality and nightmares, leading them toward self-destruction.IMDb 3.0TMDB 1.2 - 276
Gimme Some RespectMovie · 2010 · 95mSiiri, a young woman with a mental disability, is determined to build an independent life. She aspires to normalcy, working and hoping to find a husband. Her dreams begin to take shape as she works towards a real job and a future with someone.IMDb 5.6TMDB 6.0 - 277
Urban FamilyMovie · 2015 · 108mSelja, in her thirties, shares a flat with her friends. One day, a young man appears at her door – the son she gave up for adoption sixteen years ago. This offers Selja a chance to connect with him, but also throws her and her best friends into unexpected chaos. Urban Family is a contemporary music film.IMDb 5.1TMDB 4.6 - 278
SilenceMovie · 2011 · 112mSet against the backdrop of World War II, when Finland uniquely returned fallen soldiers for burial, *Silence* explores the lives of those who worked in assembly centers near the front lines to accomplish this. The film follows a group of people existing in a precarious space between life and death, a psychological landscape where profound emotions – love and fear, joy and horror – intertwine.IMDb 6.6TMDB 4.8 - 279
Concrete NightMovie · 2013 · 97m · DramaIn a cramped and oppressive Helsinki neighborhood, a 14-year-old boy learns harsh lessons about life from his older brother as the brother faces an impending prison sentence.IMDb 6.4TMDB 5.8 - 280
RosegardenMovie · 1997 · 48mMarjaana and Kreeta, two sisters, are left to live alone in a rundown house. Their mother has left them behind to pursue a wealthy man.IMDb 5.0 - 281
Kolmas laukausMovie · 1959 · 116mDuring his summer vacation, Inspector Susikoski finds himself investigating the murder of a farmer in the countryside. He becomes involved in the case, which initially appears straightforward. However, the investigation reveals complexities and hidden depths beneath the surface.IMDb 4.6TMDB 5.0 - 282
Vares: Tango of DarknessMovie · 2012 · 92mSix years ago, tango legend Harry Koivikko was found murdered in a seedy motel, a knife in his back. The extensive search for his killer ended without success. Detective Jussi Vares receives a call from a struggling journalist claiming to know who committed the crime. Soon after, the journalist vanishes, leaving Vares with his toughest case yet. Adding to the difficulty, an old acquaintance, Veikko Hopea, is granted early release from prison.IMDb 5.2TMDB 5.2 - 283
The Winter WarMovie · 1989 · 189m · Drama, WarThe film depicts a difficult period in Finnish history: the 1939 Soviet attack on Finland. It follows a group of reserve soldiers from Kauhava, a town in the Finnish province of Ostrobothnia, as they leave their peaceful lives to enter the war. The story centers on two farming brothers, Martti and Paavo Hakala, who must confront the difficulties of war despite their familial bond. Through their experiences, the film offers a moving and realistic look at ordinary people facing extraordinary circumstances.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.0 - 284
The WorthlessMovie · 1982 · 119mManne, Harri, and Ville are aimless twenty-somethings looking for meaning in their lives. When Manne steals a valuable painting from a gang of small-time criminals, he and Harri are forced to flee across Finland, while Ville goes to Paris. During their escape, they encounter Veera, a former girlfriend of Harri's, and struggle to evade the gangsters who are hunting them.IMDb 7.3TMDB 6.2 - 285
8 Days to PremiereMovie · 2008 · 113mThis is a love story set in the theater world. The company is preparing for the premiere of Romeo and Juliet. Noora, the female lead, breaks her leg at the opening night party, giving Laura, the actress who has been working as the prompter due to severe stage fright, an unexpected opportunity. With only eight days until opening night, she must step into the role.IMDb 5.3TMDB 4.4 - 286
Katariina ja Munkkiniemen kreiviMovie · 1943 · 110mWager is Count Mauritz Armborg, the young master of his family's estate. Linnanheimo plays Katariina, the nanny to Mauritz's nieces and nephews. They fall in love and plan to elope to Italy, where they intend to marry. However, their plans are constantly thwarted by Mauritz's grandmother, who insists he marry Ingeborg Liliecrona, a Swedish woman she has chosen for him.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.0 - 287
Nuoria ihmisiäMovie · 1943 · 74mJanne, a young inventor, struggles with loneliness. He develops feelings for several women, but his affections go unreturned. Repeated heartbreak and a series of failures ultimately leave Janne feeling hopeless.IMDb 4.0 - 288Herra Lahtinen lähtee lipettiinMovie · 1939 · 77mMr. Lahtinen, a diligent clerk from a middle-class background, searches for meaning and purpose in his life.IMDb 7.6
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Moonlight Sonata II: The Street SweepersMovie · 1991 · 86mThis is a sequel to Soinio's 1988 film *Kuutamosonaatti* (Moonlight Sonata). In a rural setting, a family struggles to survive. The resourceful Sulo uses sauna, moonshine, and tar to bring back his injured brother Arvo, their late mother, and even buried revolutionaries. When Arvo goes to Helsinki and becomes involved in illegal moonshining and pursues fame, Sulo and their revived mother travel to the city to bring him back from his wild lifestyle.IMDb 4.6TMDB 4.5 - 290ApinajuttuMovie · 2010Childhood friends and longtime bandmates Jensse, Sirje, Mutanen, and Sami reunite for one last performance as the band. With Sirje tying the knot, the reunion offers a chance to mend old issues, rekindle lost connections, and perhaps finally embrace adulthood.IMDb 6.0
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Portraits of WomenMovie · 1970 · 90mFinnish porn film producer Pertsa returns from the United States to resume his work, facing ongoing challenges with limited funds and unreliable talent. This is a self-aware comedy about director Donner's controversial notoriety in 1960s Finland, particularly known for a prominent shot of his penis directed towards the northeast.IMDb 5.3TMDB 4.8 - 292HukkakauratMovie · 2015 · 66mSet in 1980s rural Finland, the film explores the concealed anxieties and aspirations of a community. Jari, after deserting army training, seeks refuge from his overbearing father and the world in the familiar surroundings of his village. Though free from his abusive sergeant, he finds that peace is elusive. Teppo, a local eccentric battling his own inner turmoil, offers Jari assistance.IMDb 4.8
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The BrothersMovie · 1969 · 91mThe lives of two brothers diverge sharply. Eero, recently married, starts a print shop and faces challenges in building his business. Meanwhile, Eki, a student with Marxist beliefs, navigates a relationship with the daughter of a prosperous shipowner.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.3 - 294
AapoMovie · 1994 · 55mIn Finland, 1917, Aapo, a solitary farmer, strives for a peaceful existence in the countryside as the looming Finnish Civil War approaches.IMDb 6.2TMDB 5.0 - 295
HellsinkiMovie · 2009 · 136m · Crime, DramaDuring the mid-1960s, three minor Finnish smugglers take over the illegal alcohol trade in their Helsinki district.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.4 - 296
AsfalttilampaatMovie · 1968 · 78mThis is a story about a young couple whose love faces insurmountable obstacles in a close-knit community with traditional values.IMDb 6.0TMDB 5.3 - 297
MiamiMovie · 2017 · 119mMiami follows two sisters who have lived apart for years. Angela, the elder, is an exotic dancer leading her own touring dance troupe. Anna, nearing adulthood, works in sales in a small town. After their father's death, Anna finds and connects with Angela. The intense Angela asks the reserved Anna to join her on tour, and soon they face problems from Angela’s past, challenging the sisters’ bond.IMDb 5.6TMDB 4.8 - 298
Lovers & LeaversMovie · 2002 · 119mThe film follows Iiris Vaara as she approaches her 30th birthday and encounters a promising young director, Marko. As her aspirations seem within reach, the central question becomes whether Marko shares her vision for the future.IMDb 5.6TMDB 4.5 - 299
The GrumpMovie · 2014 · 103m · Comedy, DramaAn eighty-year-old farmer, deeply set in his old ways, clashes with his son and daughter-in-law when he's unexpectedly required to live with them.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.6 - 300
Rovaniemen markkinoillaMovie · 1951 · 86mThis film is inspired by a popular song of the same name. It helped define the Rillumarei film and live entertainment style, which uses light, witty, and often satirical musical couplets. Many of these films started with an existing song, or a new song was written specifically for the movie.IMDb 6.1TMDB 4.8