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753 Finnish Films to Watch Now

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  1. 701Go Love YourselfMovie · 2015 · 75mFeeling hopeless, a young woman named Eve encounters Juri, a boy who hasn't lost faith in love, amidst a city where people are consumed by self-interest. As a mysterious presence intensifies its hold on Eve, manifesting as a shadowy figure with the unsettling appearance of an unknown stranger, she navigates a world of dark humor and poignant romance. *Pidä rakkautes (Go Love Yourself)* is a dark comedy-drama based on a play of the same name by Aino Martiskainen, originally produced in Jyväskylä, Finland in 2013.IMDb 5.8
  2. 702Kuningas kulkureittenMovie · 1953 · 80mAfter returning from the war, young Count Martin von Tandenskiöld finds himself in conflict with a Russian colonel when he bothers his bride, Karin. Fleeing from pursuing Cossacks, Martin joins an old wanderer. During his travels, Martin experiences various adventures and meets beautiful women.IMDb 5.3TMDB 4.5
  3. 703Uuno TurhapuroMovie · 1973 · 88mUuno Turhapuro avoids work at all costs, relying on his quick wit to escape trouble, often with the help of his patient wife. In his first movie, Uuno embarrasses his wife, deceives his friend, mistakenly starts a diet, and unexpectedly finds himself becoming a celebrated violinist.IMDb 5.9TMDB 5.5
  4. 704Ragged Life of Juice LeskinenMovie · 2018 · 105mJuice Leskinen was a singer, songwriter, poet, lyricist, and a central figure in Finnish rock music. His life revolved around relationships; his other pursuits – drinking, writing lyrics, and achieving fame – were consequences of this. The film explores the life of a man defined by love, who felt intensely but also caused pain to himself and others.IMDb 6.3TMDB 5.7
  5. 705Lottovoittaja UKK TurhapuroMovie · 1976 · 88mIt's the first anniversary for Uuno and Elisabet. A year ago, Uuno bet his friend Härski-Hartikainen that if he could last a year of marriage, Hartikainen would treat him to a celebratory dinner. Instead, Hartikainen offers to pay off Uuno’s debt with a lottery ticket, reducing the dinner to just a can of milk and half a sausage. Unexpectedly, Uuno wins 1.5 million marks, but he doesn't yet own the money. Mr. Tossavainen offers to finance Uuno before the funds are officially released, allowing him to live lavishly on credit. He indulges in luxuries like raccoon fur, leopard swim trunks, and several Mercedes-Benz cars, attracting attention from women and even his father-in-law. However, it's eventually revealed that Uuno never actually won the lottery, forcing him to flee the consequences to Härski’s car repair shop.IMDb 6.1TMDB 5.9
  6. 706Häpy endkö? Eli kuinka Uuno Turhapuro sai niin kauniin ja rikkaan vaimonMovie · 1977 · 84mUuno travels to Helsinki hoping to find a wealthy and beautiful wife. He purchases expensive clothes at an auction for eight marks, and within two weeks becomes the most sought-after bachelor, charming all the women. He also takes a job as a waiter at the Pink Pig restaurant, which causes initial conflicts with his father-in-law.IMDb 5.8TMDB 5.3
  7. 707Uuno Turhapuro armeijan leivissäMovie · 1984 · 107mUuno is unexpectedly called up for mandatory military service after it's discovered he only served one day as a youth. As usual, his family and friends get caught up in the situation. His friends Härski Hartikainen and Sörsselssön also return for training, and Uuno’s father-in-law, Councillor Tuura, becomes the Finnish Defence Minister. In a memorable moment, Uuno's wife, Elisabeth, disguises herself as him and takes his place for a day. While Uuno is at a restaurant for an urgent meeting, Elisabeth gets lost in the woods with a broken radio, and Tuura accidentally declares war on Sweden.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.1
  8. 708Last Cowboy StandingMovie · 2009 · 126mIn 1982, a guilt-ridden 18-year-old named Rupert struggles to piece together the events that led to the present turmoil. He attempts to recall and comprehend what has happened.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.3
  9. 709Uuno Turhapuro Suomen Tasavallan Herra PresidenttiMovie · 1992 · 87mWhen Uuno Turhapuro unexpectedly becomes President of Finland, he's met with widespread celebration. Streets are renamed in his honor, and numerous honorary organizations are established. However, President Turhapuro harbors a secret ambition: to transform Finland into a kingdom.IMDb 4.9TMDB 4.7
  10. 710Uuno Turhapuro – This Is My LifeMovie · 2004 · 104mTo satisfy his endless appetite, Uuno disguises himself as an elderly man and gains entry to a luxurious nursing home where his father-in-law resides. He's tempted by the lavish meals, but somehow always misses dinnertime. Simultaneously, Sörsselssön enters Uuno into a television program called "This Is My Life," where participants recount their life stories for public voting. The residents of the nursing home watch as Uuno shares his life story with the show's host.IMDb 5.1TMDB 4.2
  11. 711Koeputkiaikuinen ja Simon enkelitMovie · 1979 · 87mMathematician Mauno Mutikainen is mistakenly declared dead after a minor surgical procedure to remove a splinter from his finger. His creator, Dr. Jyrä, subsequently clones him into a test-tube baby named Richard Ilyevitch Jyrä.IMDb 5.2TMDB 5.5
  12. 712The Tough OnesMovie · 1999 · 105m · Drama, Crime"The Tough Ones" follows Antti and Jussi, two men trying to rebuild their lives after prison. One of them now works as a police officer and tries to help his friends start over in a small town. But the temptation of quick money leads Antti and Jussi to start an illegal liquor business, putting them at risk of returning to jail. The film is about friendship, finding redemption, and the difficulties people with criminal histories face when trying to rejoin society.IMDb 7.1TMDB 6.2
  13. 713Professori Uuno D.G. TurhapuroMovie · 1975 · 86mUuno is out of work, and his friends try to find him a job. But with his vivid imagination and the assistance of Härski Hartikainen (Spede Pasanen), he cleverly avoids any real employment. Eventually, Uuno achieves his lifelong ambition: becoming a film star. However, his father-in-law envisions a different career for him – a professor of botany, given Uuno’s knowledge of dandelions.IMDb 5.8TMDB 6.1
  14. 714Saatanan radikaalitMovie · 1971 · 75mPave, Hese, Timppa, and Viiksi find themselves in Hell, where the intense heat feels like a sauna. The rulers of Hell, displeased with their comfort, send them on a vacation back to Finland with a briefcase full of money for a life of luxury. The only rule? They can't do any honest work, and alcohol won't impair their judgment.IMDb 3.7TMDB 1.8
  15. 715Vaiennut kyläMovie · 1997 · 80mA criminal investigator comes to a village to look into the murder of Annikki Niemi, but the villagers refuse to talk. The local crime boss, Onni Pukari, and his questionable friends try to stop the investigator from uncovering the killer.IMDb 5.6TMDB 3.2
  16. 716Tavaratalo Lapatossu & VinskiMovie · 1940 · 110mVinski inherits his aunt's general store in Ihantala and begins running it with his friend Lapatossu. They encounter strong competition from the avaricious merchant Juhos. While Vinski handles the business, the resourceful Lapatossu addresses the needs of the villagers and those displaced by events.IMDb 4.5TMDB 3.0
  17. 717LapatossuMovie · 1937 · 84mLapatossu, a laid-back but clever storyteller, finds solutions to issues on a railway construction site alongside his easygoing companion, Vinski.IMDb 5.3TMDB 4.8
  18. 718The Year of the WolfMovie · 2007 · 102mSari is a bright and beautiful university student living with epilepsy, constantly facing life-threatening challenges. Mikko is a somewhat older, world-weary teacher who chooses to leave his family and the life he thought he wanted. Both have long been afraid to fully embrace life. They meet and, despite their reservations, develop a passionate and moving romance that challenges societal norms. The film poetically explores the line between life and death, told with both wit and emotional depth. However, they face strong opposition from those around them – angry ex-wives, overprotective parents, conservative relatives, and bitter colleagues – all determined to sabotage their relationship.IMDb 6.1TMDB 5.8
  19. 719The CollectorMovie · 1997 · 98mFeeling trapped and unfulfilled, Eevi flees her current life, leaving a trail of disruption behind her. She has decided to assert her independence completely.IMDb 6.7TMDB 5.5
  20. 720Rykmentin murheenkryyniMovie · 1938 · 99mHemminki, a laid-back farmhand, and Lauri, a bookish fellow, find it tough adjusting to army life. However, they receive support from Mimmi, the company commander's cook, and Elli, the captain's daughter, who guide them in learning discipline and following orders.IMDb 5.0TMDB 4.0
  21. 721TositarkoituksellaMovie · 1943 · 79mLeaving city life behind, a young woman discovers the world of volunteer work. She finds fulfillment in helping others and, in the process, wins the admiration of those she works with.IMDb 5.8TMDB 5.7
  22. 722Kirkastettu sydänMovie · 1943 · 99mPastor Ahti Helpi, who views his role as a spiritual leader and a warrior, departs for the battlefield to continue the war effort. Back home, his pregnant wife Lea manages their large family and cares for the local community. They face hardship by finding strength in their faith, their home, and their country.IMDb 4.5TMDB 4.8
  23. 723"Minä elän"Movie · 1946 · 115mThis is the story of Aleksis Kivi, the author who wrote the first novel in the Finnish language. He is now considered Finland's most beloved and successful writer, though he only achieved this recognition after his death.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.0
  24. 724Soita minulle, Helena!Movie · 1948 · 91mHelena, a lovely schoolteacher in a rural village, is about to marry her childhood sweetheart, Erkki. However, the day before the wedding, her first love, Jari, unexpectedly appears.IMDb 5.0TMDB 5.3
  25. 725Olin nahjuksen vaimoMovie · 1961 · 100mMr. Kaski discovers his wife has written a book detailing their marriage. The book presents a distinctly unfavorable view of Mr. Kaski and his capabilities as a man.IMDb 6.2
  26. 726Gabriel, tule takaisinMovie · 1951 · 81mA charismatic man targets vulnerable women, winning their affection before systematically defrauding them of their finances.IMDb 6.5TMDB 5.5
  27. 727Ryysyrannan JooseppiMovie · 1955 · 91mDuring Prohibition in Finland, Jooseppi Kenkkunen turns to moonshining to support his wife Kaisa-Reetta and their large family.IMDb 6.4TMDB 4.5
  28. 728Hän varasti elämänMovie · 1962 · 105mA government official plans to steal $25 million and stage his own death. But to carry out the plan, he's forced to kill someone who had nothing to do with his scheme. He flees to a quiet village, hoping to start over with a new identity and his stolen fortune. However, he soon discovers that escaping his past is far more difficult than he imagined.IMDb 7.1TMDB 5.7
  29. 729Nuorena nukkunutMovie · 1937 · 97mThis film is an adaptation of Frans Eemil Sillanpää's novel of the same name. Unfortunately, only a portion of the original movie has survived.IMDb 6.8
  30. 730Geography of FearMovie · 2000 · 95mAfter her sister is assaulted, Oili, a young forensic dentist, connects with a group of women who have decided to fight back against the pervasive fear of abuse. They are taking action to end their vulnerability.IMDb 5.6TMDB 4.1
  31. 731A Respectable TragedyMovie · 1998 · 114mSet in the 1930s, museum curator Tauno Saarinen becomes infatuated with a young maid and pours his feelings into a detailed confession for his wife, Elisabet. Elisabet shares the letter with Tauno's sister, Naimi, an art critic who is attempting to reconcile with her ex-husband while navigating a difficult relationship with her mother-in-law. As Tauno and Elisabet's marriage deteriorates, the young maid becomes pregnant after being seduced by Tauno. This film is based on a novel by Helvi Hämäläinen, originally published in 1941 but partially censored until 1995 due to alleged connections to real people.IMDb 5.3TMDB 3.0
  32. 732The Blue MammyMovie · 1985 · 99mJoel, a deaf artist, lives with his parents on a small farm, where he and his artwork are not understood or valued.IMDb 5.9TMDB 5.0
  33. 733Dolly and Her LoverMovie · 1990 · 94mDetective Karisto helps Auno "Räpsy" Pirilä get out of prison. Räpsy then tries to persuade his childhood friend Börje to leave a life of crime. Dolly, an alcoholic, takes Räpsy in and they plan to move to Paris with her in the spring.IMDb 6.2TMDB 4.6
  34. 734Soldier's BrideMovie · 1938 · 97mDuring a train ride, Jaeger Corporal Martti falls for Sabina, a dancer from Liivi, who is also being courted by Baron Rolf. The world of espionage and war creates complications for the developing relationship between the captivating dancer and the charming Jaeger.IMDb 5.7TMDB 4.0
  35. 735Tyttö lähtee kasarmiinMovie · 1956 · 76mTo save her injured brother from legal trouble after a car accident prevents him from enlisting, a young woman takes his place in the army. She then disguises herself as a male recruit to protect him from the consequences of his situation.IMDb 5.2TMDB 3.8
  36. 736Vihreä kultaMovie · 1939 · 86mA woman returns to her hometown in Lapland with her husband after a long absence. While there, she develops a romantic relationship with a handsome forester.IMDb 5.3TMDB 3.0
  37. 737Johtaja Uuno Turhapuro pisnismiesMovie · 1998 · 102mPeni Turhapuro, Uuno’s younger brother, comes to Helsinki. Uuno assists Peni with his work.IMDb 4.7TMDB 3.5
  38. 738HirttämättömätMovie · 1971 · 85mTwo outlaws, the Lonely Rider and Tonto, believe they've captured Speedy Gonzales, a dangerous gunfighter from Njietponimaistadi. They set off for a reward in another town, journeying through the desert, battling both thirst and Native Americans. Ultimately, they discover they've unknowingly returned to where they started.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.6
  39. 739The RiverMovie · 2001 · 111mOn a single Saturday in a small town, six stories converge, exploring themes of emotion and connection. Two boys rescue a woman, Anni, and her baby from drowning. Esa, a struggling musician seeking financial help, attends his father's 60th birthday celebration. Waitress Leena attempts to spark romance among her colleagues at a pizza restaurant. Ilpo, a middle-aged man, returns home unexpectedly to find an unfamiliar person in his bedroom. Milja awaits her daughter Merja at the hospital, where she is visiting her terminally ill husband Henri. Meanwhile, teenage Santeri grapples with his feelings about being gay.IMDb 6.7TMDB 5.9
  40. 740Jussi PussiMovie · 1970 · 82mJussi, a popular student, unexpectedly becomes the candidate for both left-wing and right-wing political parties in the upcoming parliamentary elections. Jussi's only concern is winning the affection of the beautiful, blonde Irmeli.IMDb 5.1TMDB 3.1
  41. 741DriverMovie · 2013 · 62mA racecourse driver finds himself falling for his student, forcing him to choose between them and his wife. Torn, he struggles to make a decision.IMDb 5.7TMDB 2.0
  42. 742One Foot UnderMovie · 2009 · 101mVisa Vuorio, a 35-year-old team leader in Helsinki's city gardening department, has a terminal neurological disease and is given only a few months to live. He attends a support group for people with terminal illnesses. Visa’s life takes a turn when a young reporter, Hanna Manninen, joins the group, proposing to write a series of articles about his story.IMDb 5.6TMDB 4.2
  43. 743The Green WidowMovie · 1968 · 76mA woman living a solitary life in the suburbs takes part in a radio survey, all while having an affair.IMDb 5.4TMDB 3.0
  44. 744Make Like a ThiefMovie · 1964 · 88mAmerican adventurer Bart Lanigan is wrongly accused of murder and facing deportation from Finland. While in Helsinki harbor, he's targeted by a hitman but escapes back to shore. He seeks help from Arvo Mäki, a charming local con man recommended as trustworthy. Lanigan is in Finland to find Leonard Weston, an American millionaire who fled the U.S. with company funds and started investing them there. As Lanigan searches for Weston while evading assassins, he teams up with Mäki and is joined by Marja Salo, a persistent nightclub singer who insists on marrying him.IMDb 5.8TMDB 2.6
  45. 745SixpackMovie · 2011 · 80mSixpack is a heartwarming story about finding connection on the fringes of society. Set in Helsinki during a summer day, the film follows Marshal, who is isolated in his rundown home. Lihi and Henninen coax him out, and after a day of unexpected joy in the park, the trio's carefree fun attracts the attention of the police. The day unfolds from morning until evening, with rain briefly casting a shadow. Ultimately, the sun returns, prompting a moment of shared understanding and a deeper appreciation for friendship.IMDb 5.4TMDB 4.2
  46. 746Poet and MuseMovie · 1978 · 105mThis semi-fictional film commemorates the centennial of Finnish poet Eino Leino's birth, focusing on his relationships with his first wife, Freya Schoultz, and his later muse, poetess L. Onerva. The story also features his interactions with prominent figures of early 20th-century Finnish culture, including painters Halonen and Gallén-Kallela, and composer Sibelius.IMDb 5.7TMDB 5.0
  47. 747Pekka ja Pätkä pahassa pulassaMovie · 1955 · 73mJustiina helps her friends escape their work responsibilities by sending them off to jobs. Pekka and Pätkä find themselves in a woodworking factory, tasked with assembling Christmas tree legs. They envision a path to wealth, but a series of mishaps leads them to various jobs and unexpected attention from a group of women who are charmed by them.IMDb 5.3TMDB 4.8
  48. 748Kiinni on ja pysyyMovie · 1955 · 79mPekka and Pätkä are inventors. Pätkä inadvertently photographs bank robbers, who then begin searching for the photographer. Soma Koivu, Kiivas's former secretary, and police officer Antero Kangas assist Pekka and Pätkä in capturing the robbers at a film studio where Pekka is working as a Superman stand-in.IMDb 5.8TMDB 5.1
  49. 749KesäkapinaMovie · 1970 · 81mIn the summer of 1969, photography model Susanna and her detached teenage brother Veli journey across Finland with a girl and her boyfriend. Dressed in the latest styles and with trendy hairstyles, they openly observe and mock modern consumer culture – advertising, boats, summer homes, country dances, barbecues, and anything else deemed objectionable by the era's young intellectuals. The film blends documentary observations with satirical elements like fake commercials, interviews, philosophical narration, and titles, all set to a jazzy soundtrack by the band Wigwam.IMDb 5.9TMDB 4.8
  50. 750Run Sister Run!Movie · 2010 · 112mEmilia is a responsible teenager who always prioritizes her schoolwork and younger sister, Elsa. Siiri, just a year older, is very different from Emilia. Their friendship brings about a transformation in Emilia's life. Siiri encourages her to be bolder, challenge expectations, and abandon her aspirations of a conventional future. While the two girls enjoy their time together, their friendship isn't without its challenges.IMDb 5.5TMDB 5.2
  51. 751Frozen CityMovie · 2006 · 96mHaunted by his past, a troubled taxi driver moves from Helsinki to a suburban apartment complex seeking a fresh start. However, his new neighbors introduce unforeseen difficulties. The story unfolds as a stark and honest tragedy, grounded in genuine human emotion.IMDb 6.4TMDB 5.2
  52. 752BrothersMovie · 2011 · 90mYears after being separated, three brothers – the nihilistic writer Ivar, the unsuccessful film producer Mitja, and the resentful caretaker Torsti – reunite for their father's 70th birthday. They each come from different mothers.IMDb 5.7TMDB 5.3
  53. 753Calamari UnionMovie · 1985 · 81m · Comedy, DramaSix men, all named Frank except for Pekka, decide to leave their ordinary lives behind and travel to the scenic seaside town of Eira hoping for a fresh start. The journey is difficult, with obstacles like rough terrain, stray dogs, and malfunctioning streetlights. As they travel together, their friendships are tested, their personalities revealed, and they gain important life lessons while exploring the meaning of friendship and finding themselves.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.9

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