Päämaja
1970, Finnish. Directed by Matti Kassila.
The story follows Commander-in-Chief Mannerheim and Quartermaster General Airo at the Finnish Defense Forces headquarters in Mikkeli during the decisive moments of the Continuation War in the summer of 1944. With a major offensive on the Karelian Isthmus imminent, Airo gives the order to attack without consulting the commander-in-chief.
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Finnish
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Cast & crew
- Matti KassilaDirector
- Joel Rinnecommander-in-chief Mannerheim
- Jussi Jurkkaquartermaster general A. F. Airo
- Tamara LundMrs. Markkovilla
- Kapo Mantocolonel J. K. Markkovilla
- Matti Pihlajaeditor in chief, reserve lieutenant
- Martti Pennanenhead of general staff
- Jarmo Alonencaptain Hinder
- Leif Wagercolonel, Stockholm military agent
- Nisse Rainnecolonel in the operational department
- Bjarne Commondtlieutenant colonel Paul Hinder
- Veijo Pasanenfront line veteran
- Kalle Luotonenfront line veteran corporal Juona
Details
- Released
- 6 November 1970
- Country
- Finland
- Written by
- Matti Kassila, Risto Juhani
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Päämaja runs 88 minutes (1h 28m).
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Päämaja isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 6 November 1970. (Checked 6 November 2026.)
What movies are like Päämaja?
If you liked Päämaja, try The Court-Martial of Billy Mitchell, Waiting for Anya, The Winter War.
Who directed Päämaja?
Päämaja (1970) was directed by Matti Kassila and stars Joel Rinne, Jussi Jurkka, Tamara Lund.
What is Päämaja based on?
Päämaja is adapted from a play or musical.