Masa Niemi

Masa Niemi was an American actor known for his work in films such as Pekka ja Pätkä Suez’illa, Pekka Puupää, and Pekka ja Pätkä ketjukolarissa. He was born on July 20, 1914, in Viipuri, Finland, and passed away on May 3, 1960, in Tampere, Finland.

Personal and Family Life

Masa Niemi was born Martti Elis Niemi and became widely loved for his role as “Pätkä” (Shorty) in various comedies. His performances gained him many young fans who enjoyed his humor. Unfortunately, he faced struggles with depression that affected his life significantly.

Death and Legacy

Masa Niemi died by suicide on May 3, 1960, leaving behind a touching note stating, “It is good to be when you are zero -Masa.” His passing shocked many, especially his fans, and he is remembered for his contributions to Finnish cinema. His character “Pätkä” remains a beloved figure in the hearts of those who grew up watching his films.

Filmography

Title Release Date Character
Pekka ja Pätkä lumimiehen jäljillä 1954-07-30 Pätkä
Pekka ja Pätkä ketjukolarissa 1957-03-01 Pätkä
Pekka ja Pätkä mestarimaalareina 1959-09-18 Pätkä
Pekka ja Pätkä sammakkomiehinä 1957-12-20 Pätkä
Pekka ja Pätkä puistotäteinä 1955-03-04 Pätkä
Pekka Puupää kesälaitumilla 1953-10-12 Pätkä
Pekka ja Pätkä pahassa pulassa 1955-12-02 Pätkä
Kiinni on ja pysyy 1955-05-06 Pätkä
Pekka ja Pätkä neekereinä 1960-03-11 Pätkä
Pekka ja Pätkä Suezilla 1958-04-25 Pätkä
Pekka Puupää 1953-04-30 Pätkä
Pekka ja Pätkä miljonääreinä 1958-08-29 Pätkä
Pekka ja Pätkä salapoliiseina 1957-08-23 Pätkä
Hei, rillumarei! 1954-02-19 Napoleon (uncredited)
Lentävä kalakukko 1953-03-13 Leevi Lindroos ‘Läski-Leevi’
Kaks’ tavallista Lahtista 1960-05-13 kehavustaja
Majuri maantieltä 1954-12-03 Masa Pikkarainen / Mikko Pikkarainen
Ei ruumiita makuuhuoneeseen 1959-05-01
Kipparikvartetti 1952-09-05 Jussi (uncredited)
Äidittömät 1958-01-10 (uncredited)
Kahden ladun poikki 1958-02-28 (uncredited)
Yks’ tavallinen Virtanen 1959-08-14 Pätkänen
Isaskar Keturin ihmeelliset seikkailut 1960-02-24 (uncredited)
Me tulemme taas 1953-07-24 Reetrikki
Taikayö 1954-11-12 Mr. Small (uncredited)