Jani Volanen
Jani Volanen is a Finnish actor known for his versatile performances in film and television. He gained recognition for his role in 'Dance Brothers' (2023) and has appeared in various Finnish productions. Volanen is celebrated for his strong presence and ability to portray complex characters,... Read More
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| Year | Title | Character | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Unknown character | ||
| 2025 |
Ladies of Steel: Like There's No TomorrowWhile at the reception, Inkeri overhears the doctor telling the nurse behind the corner that there is no life expectancy... |
Ville | |
| 2025 |
Täydelliset vieraatA group of middle-aged friends get together for dinner. The playful banter between couples who have known each other all... |
Leo | |
| 2025 |
Summer Is CrazyAfter the bankruptcy of their fine dining restaurant, the Eerolas are stuck in the seaside village of Nauvo with no... |
Otso | |
| 2024 |
ButterfliesSiiri, a hardworking millennial, wants to be successful in her job as the advisor to the Minister of Economic Affairs.... |
Petri | |
| 2022 |
Hatching12 year old Tinja is desperate to please her mother, a woman obsessed with presenting the image of a perfect... |
Father | |
| 2020 |
The BouncerA night club bouncer gets disgusted of all the violence and repression of the weak he is seeing. He has... |
The Bouncer | |
| 2020 |
EdenEden is a coming-of-age film about a Protestant Confirmation camp on a summer’s week, set in the archipelago of Helsinki.... |
Asko | |
| 2020 |
Ladies of SteelInkeri, 75, has hit her husband on the head with a solid iron frying pan and is planning to bury... |
Ville | |
| 2019 |
Dogs Don't Wear PantsA grieving heart surgeon struggling with the loss of his wife drifts through an emotionally detached life while raising his... |
Juha's Co-worker | |
| 2018 |
BulletsAn ex-terrorist, Madina Taburova, who was presumed dead, turns up in Helsinki seeking political asylum. Using a fake identity, the... |
Jaska Lahti | |
| 2018 |
Happier Times, GrumpThe Grump prepares to die – everything is done and his wife is dead. He’s making his own coffin when... |
Pekka | |
| 2018 |
Laugh or DieParikka, the actor once called the Funniest Man in Finland, and his troupe are about to be executed for the... |
Hjalmar Kalm | |
| 2018 |
DeadwindWhen Sofia Karppi, a detective in her 30's who is trying to get over her husband's death, discovers the body... |
Usko Bergdahl | |
| 2017 |
Lapland Odyssey 3In the third instalment of the franchise, Janne embarks on an epic hike, a journey of self-discovery. His dreams of... |
Kittilän runkkareiden pomo | |
| 2016 |
The MineA young and ambitious civil servant Jussi finds himself being in charge of the environmental permit of a huge nickel... |
Pekka Perä | |
| 2015 |
DistractionsDistracted by life, Mr. Makkonen misses his engagement party by decades. From the cradle to the grave, life keeps interrupting,... |
Veli Korhonen | |
| 2015 |
HomecomingTiina decides to reconnect with his aged and bohemian father living alone. With her reluctant daughter and new husband, they... |
Kake | |
| 2014 |
NursesLike good soldiers in a war-zone, hospital staff are expected to respect the chain of command when dealing with life... |
Paul | |
| 2012 |
Police InvestigatesA 16 year old girl claims she was abducted. Two police officer are tasked with investigating whether her story is... |
Ahti | |
| 2012 |
Love and Other TroublesVille, 25, is a downbeat former child star who's successfully avoided his womanizing rock 'n' roll dad for years. Everything... |
Eikka | |
| 2011 | Petri Kivelä | ||
| 2010 |
The PatientGraveyard shift of a guard gets an unexpected turn. |
Unknown character | |
| 2009 |
On Thin IceIt's Christmas Eve in Helsinki. Young taxi driver Samu is working to escape a family Christmas with his fiancé and... |
Hans | |
| 2009 |
IhmebantuIhmebantu is a Finnish black humor sketch show. |
Unknown character | |
| 2009 |
IhmebantuIhmebantu is a Finnish black humor sketch show. |
Various | |
| 2009 |
One Foot UnderVisa Vuorio, a 35-year old team leader at the Helsinki city gardening department, is suffering from a terminal neurological disease... |
Priest | |
| 2009 |
Forbidden FruitTwo 18-year old girls from a christian fundamentalist community flee to a city for a summer job. |
Ilari | |
| 2008 |
Falling AngelsThe daughter of two famous writers, Helena upholds her late father's reputation, reciting his poems on various occasions and cherishing... |
Lääkäri Erjomaa | |
| 2008 |
YlikävelyEija is the wife of a busy business owner, carrying the burden of taking care of a family. During her... |
Reverend Heikkinen | |
| 2008 | Rami | ||
| 2007 |
Playing SoloEmma and Joel get dumped by their partners on the same day, and when they meet each other they think... |
Toimituspäällikkö | |
| 2007 | Juha Kemppi | ||
| 2007 |
Man's JobJuha is 38 years old and has three small children and a depressed wife. He sees himself as strong and... |
Olli | |
| 2007 |
Jefferson AndersonJefferson Anderson is a Finnish animated sitcom. The computer-animated series portrays a satirical view of daily events in Helsinki at... |
Kyösti Pöysti (Voice) / Juhani Kontiovaara (Voice) | |
| 2006 |
The Prince of SoapScreenwriter Ilona falls in love with Kalle, the main star of the series, and mixes fact and fiction when she... |
Ohjaaja | |
| 2006 |
Matti: Hell Is for HeroesFour Olympic gold medals, seven World Championship titles, four World Cup tour championships, and forty six World Cup circuit victories.... |
Nipa | |
| 2001 |
Operation InterheilThriller about Antti, an unemployed architect who is hired by the Security Police to infiltrate an ultra-right-wing organisation in a... |
Antti Sahlberg | |
| 2000 |
Mennen tullenMennen Tullen is a four-part parody mini-series created by Studio Julmahuvi. It aired on YLE between 2000 and -01. Though... |
Unknown character | |
| 2000 |
Sincerely Yours in Cold BloodKylmäverisesti sinun (Sincerely Yours in Cold Blood) is a Finnish true crime drama television series. All episodes are based on... |
Akseli | |
| 1999 | Arto "Ape" Rutanen | ||
| 1999 | Mies kapakassa | ||
| 1999 | Taksikuski | ||
| 1999 | Lasse | ||
| 1999 |
An Eye for an EyeSisters Kiia and Eija moved away from the village of Pirunperä in Kainuu after their father committed suicide. Kiia has... |
Sulo Salo / Kalevi Salo | |
| 1999 |
Rakastin epätoivoista naistaA romantic comedy about 30-year-old Leo and a 40-year-old, pregnant single mother of three, Maarit. |
Baarimikko | |
| 1999 |
Jerico 2000Jerico 2000 is a magazine programme parody made by Julmahuvi group. It's mainly made of parts from "Studio Julmahuvi" TV... |
Unknown character | |
| 1998 |
Fire-EaterThe twin sisters Helena and Irene are born in Helsinki during World War II. A few months later their mother,... |
Clown | |
| 1997 |
Vääpeli Körmy ja kahtesti laukeavaNew takeover plans and Russian art thief looking for Mannerheim's portraits keep Sergeant Körmy busy. |
Porttivahti Räikkönen | |
| 1997 |
The Joyboys StoryA mockumentary about a fictional Finnish boy band The Joyboys. |
Yanee | |
| 1995 |
Toini ja Heikki Haaman ShowJulmahuvi comedy groups first TV series. |
Unknown character | |
| 1994 |
Vääpeli Körmy – taisteluniRelations between Sweden and Finland come to near breaking point. When further negotiations led by President Mara fail, Sergeant Körmy... |
Vartiomies Räikkönen | |
| 1993 |
Romanovin kivetThis action packed Finnish thriller tells the tale of two friends who get their revenge against the millionaire who double-crossed... |
Henrik | |
| 1992 |
Vääpeli Körmy ja etelän hetelmätThe Minister of Defence asks sergeant Körmy to take part in operation, where the United States and Russia are to... |
Alikersantti Räikkönen | |
| 1991 |
Vääpeli Körmy ja vetenalaiset vehkeetSergeant Friman is developing an automatic submarine detector that piques the interest of both, Swedish and Russian spies. |
Sotamies Räikkönen | |
| 1990 |
Vääpeli Körmy ja marsalkan sauvaThe colonel's wife's tin pints need to be cleaned up, and Sergeant First Class Körmy tasks two privates to do... |
Räikkönen |
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Got a question about Jani Volanen?
Jani Volanen is best known for his role in 'Dance Brothers' (2023) and has appeared in notable films like 'The Man Who Knew Too Much' (2014) and 'Invisible' (2018).
Jani Volanen has received recognition in Finnish film circles but has not yet won major international awards.
Jani Volanen's first film role was in 'The Last of the Gods' (2003), which marked the beginning of his acting career.
Yes, Jani Volanen has appeared in several television series, showcasing his talent across different mediums in the Finnish entertainment industry.
Jani Volanen's estimated net worth is reported to be around $1 million, reflecting his work in film, television, and other projects.
Jani Volanen's acting style is characterized by a strong emotional depth and a unique ability to portray both dramatic and comedic roles convincingly.
Yes, in addition to acting, Jani Volanen has taken on roles as a director, contributing to various film and theater projects.
Jani Volanen typically works in drama and comedy, often blending elements of both to create engaging performances.