Ismo Leikola
Biography
Ismo Leikola is a Finnish stand-up comedian, actor, musician, author, screenwriter, and YouTuber born on January 22, 1979, in Jyväskylä, Finland. He began his comedy career in 2002 in Finland. Leikola wrote and starred in two seasons of his own sitcom titled ISMO. Between 2008 and 2016, he filmed DVD specials, with sources citing either three or four productions. He has sold out numerous theaters and concert halls throughout Finland and the United Kingdom. In 2014, he made his United States debut at the Laugh Factory, where he was named the funniest person in the world. Prior to his comedy career, he studied physics and chemistry at the University of Jyväskylä.
Career overview
Ismo Leikola is a Finnish stand-up comedian, musician, writer, screenwriter, and YouTuber. Born on January 22, 1979, in Jyväskylä, Finland, he studied physics and chemistry at the University of Jyväskylä. Leikola began his comedy career in 2002 in his home country of Finland. During his career, he wrote and starred in two seasons of his own sitcom titled ISMO. He has also filmed DVD specials, with sources citing either three specials filmed between 2008 and 2016 or a total of four specials. Throughout his career, he has sold out numerous concert halls and theaters across Finland and the United Kingdom.
In 2014, Leikola made his United States debut at the Laugh Factory, where he was named the funniest person in the world. Following this, he relocated from Finland to Los Angeles in 2015. He is recognized as an actor and is known for his work in stand-up comedy and television.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
13 titles- The Creeps - Behind the Scenes (2026) as self
- The Creeps - Behind the Scenes (2026) Music
- The Creeps - Behind the Scenes (2026) Thanks
- The Creeps (2025) as Wild Pete
- ISMO – Breaking Bad English (2024) as Self
- ISMO – Breaking Bad English (2024) Screenplay
- Top Gear Suomi (2024)
- Ismo Leikola - Hyvät Naiset ja Herrat (2017)
- Ismo Leikola Kaikkien Aikojen Show (2015)
- Pasila 2.5 - The Spin-Off (2014) as Isto Leimola
- Ismo Leikola - Kasvaa Ihmisenä (2013)
- Ismo Leikola Hyvä Keikka (2008) as Himself
- Robins (2006) as Self - Guest
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Ismo Leikola best known for?
Ismo Leikola is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including ...And Your Love Too (1962).
When and where was Ismo Leikola born?
Ismo Leikola was born on January 22, 1979 in Jyväskylä, Finland.
How many credits does Ismo Leikola have?
Ismo Leikola has accumulated over 13 film and television credits across a career spanning from 2006 to 2026.
What is Ismo Leikola's background in cinema and television?
Ismo Leikola is a Finnish stand-up comedian, actor, musician, author, screenwriter, and YouTuber born on January 22, 1979, in Jyväskylä, Finland. He began his comedy career in 2002 in Finland. Leikola wrote and starred in two seasons of his own sitcom titled ISMO. Between 2008 and 2016, he filmed DVD specials, with sou...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Robins (2006) as Self - Guest — aged about 27
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