Best Movies Guide: Why The Man Without a Past Still Matters
A TMDB-backed guide to The Man Without a Past, including cast, release facts, genres and watch-provider notes.

The Man Without a Past (2002) — an evergreen reference for this movie: the essentials, the cast, where to watch and what to watch next.
Where to watch
Streaming availability changes by country and date — check TMDB or your local streaming app for current options.
Cast
Markku Peltola as M; Kati Outinen as Irma; Juhani Niemelä as Nieminen; Kaija Pakarinen as Kaisa Nieminen; Sakari Kuosmanen as Anttila; Annikki Tähti as Manager of Flea Market; Anneli Sauli as Bar Owner; Elina Salo as Dock Clerk
About The Man Without a Past
Arriving in Helsinki, a nameless man is beaten within an inch of his life by thugs, miraculously recovering only to find that he has completely lost his memory. Back on the streets, he attempts to begin again from zero, befriending a moody dog and becoming besotted with a Salvation Army volunteer.
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- Cosi
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Figures and availability come from public TMDB data and are provided as a sourced reference.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch The Man Without a Past?
Streaming availability changes by country and date — check TMDB or your local streaming app for current options.
Who is in the cast of The Man Without a Past?
Markku Peltola as M; Kati Outinen as Irma; Juhani Niemelä as Nieminen; Kaija Pakarinen as Kaisa Nieminen; Sakari Kuosmanen as Anttila; Annikki Tähti as Manager of Flea Market; Anneli Sauli as Bar Owner; Elina Salo as Dock Clerk
Is this The Man Without a Past guide official?
No. It uses TMDB data as a reference and is not endorsed or certified by TMDB.



