Jussi Jurkka was an American actor known for his roles in The Unknown Soldier, Punainen viiva, and Akseli and Elina. He was born on June 15, 1930, in Turku, Finland, and passed away on April 9, 1982, in Helsinki, Finland.
Personal and Family Life
Jussi Jurkka was married twice, first to Maikki Länsiö from 1955 to 1965, with whom he had one child, and later to Arja Pessa starting in 1966. He was the son of Eino and Emmi Jurkka and had siblings including Sakari and Vappu Jurkka. His daughter, Laura Jurkka, is also an actress, continuing the family’s artistic legacy.
Death and Legacy
Jussi Jurkka succumbed to cancer on April 9, 1982. Despite his passing, he left a lasting impact on Finnish cinema through his diverse roles and significant contributions to the film industry. His work continues to be celebrated, particularly with his memorable performances in classic films.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Kolmiapila | 1953-03-29 | Janne |
| Ratkaisun päivät | 1956-10-11 | Veikko Lepistö |
| Jokin ihmisessä | 1956-04-06 | Kauko |
| Lasisydän | 1959-10-16 | lasitaitelija |
| Tuntematon sotilas | 1955-12-23 | Lammio |
| Laivaston monnit maissa | 1954-07-16 | Pentti |
| Meiltähän tämä käy | 1973-10-26 | Ruutanansuon Nestori |
| Punainen viiva | 1959-09-04 | Puntarpää |
| Komisario Palmun erehdys | 1960-09-09 | Bruno Rygseck |
| Päämaja | 1970-11-06 | quartermaster general A. F. Airo |
| Yö on pitkä | 1952-10-31 | Jussi Virta |
| Näkemiin Helena | 1955-02-18 | Arttu Junkkeri |
| Myöhästynyt hääyö | 1960-11-18 | Otto Mäkinen |
| Miljoonavaillinki | 1961-09-29 | Vilhelm |
| Kuriton sukupolvi | 1957-03-29 | Galileo Varavaara |
| Silja – nuorena nukkunut | 1956-04-26 | Armas |
| Viimeinen savotta | 1977-11-04 | police Karisiira |
| Musta rakkaus | 1957-04-05 | Pauli Haantie |
| Verta käsissämme | 1958-11-21 | Viktor Aaltona |
| Morsiusseppele | 1954-01-15 | Allan Smith |
| Pää pystyyn Helena | 1957-02-08 | Arttu Junkkeri |
| …ja Helena soittaa | 1951-12-30 | Arttu Junkkeri |
| Sankarialokas | 1955-07-28 | Nilsson |
| Tähtisilmä | 1955-04-15 | Lauri Raunio |
| Akseli ja Elina | 1970-12-04 | Slukola |
| Luottamus | 1976-08-20 | G. Castrén |
| Rintamalotta | 1956-11-02 | Erik Vuori |
| Irmeli, seitsentoistavuotias | 1948-09-09 | Pertti (uncredited) |
| Kovanaama | 1954-01-29 | Prisoner |
| Parempi myöhään | 1979-01-20 |