Updated Feb 20, 2026
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Died
Nationality
Languages
Finnish
Spouse
Elli Karu
Zodiac Sign
♈ Aries
Chinese Zodiac
猪 Pig
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Erkki Karu: Finnish filmmaker (1887–1935).
Born (died at age 48).
Erkki Karu has 10 credits in our database.
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Filmography (10)
Roinilan talossa
Director
Meidän poikamme ilmassa - me maassa
Director, Producer, Writer
Voi meitä! Anoppi tulee
Director, Writer
Ne 45000
Director, Writer
Tukkipojan morsian
Director
The Rafter’s Bride
Director
The Village Shoemakers
Director, Producer
Finlandia
Director
Kun isällä on hammassärky
Director
Anna-Liisa
Producer
Biography
Erkki Karu (born Erland Fredrik Kumlander) (10 April 1887 – 8 December 1935) was a Finnish film director, screenwriter and producer. He was one of the pioneers of the Finnish cinema.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old was Erkki Karu?
Erkki Karu was born on and passed away on at the age of 48.
What movies or shows has Erkki Karu been in?
Erkki Karu has 10 credits in our database. Notable titles include Roinilan talossa (1935), Meidän poikamme ilmassa - me maassa (1934), Voi meitä! Anoppi tulee (1933), Ne 45000 (1933), Tukkipojan morsian (1931).
Where can I find more information about Erkki Karu?
You can find more about Erkki Karu on TMDB, Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.
