The popular TV series continuation, the film 'Lepoloma', has achieved a significant milestone by surpassing 100,000 viewers just two weeks after its release on February 4. Written and directed by Kari Ketonen, the film had drawn in 100,179 viewers by Wednesday evening, showcasing the strong followership of the Luottomies brand in Finnish cinema. Ketonen expressed gratitude to the audience for their support, emphasizing that success is never guaranteed, even for popular franchises.

The plot of 'Lepoloma' features characters Tommi, played by Antti Luusuaniemi, and Juhis, portrayed by Ketonen himself, embarking on a road trip from Finland to Spain in a quest involving Tommi's father-in-law Johan, played by Taneli Mäkelä. The film enjoyed a strong opening weekend, drawing nearly 93,000 viewers by Sunday evening, indicating a promising reception and the ability to compete with other notable Finnish film releases of the year.

Notably, the film has outperformed another significant Finnish release this year, 'Kalevala: Kullervon tarina', directed by Antti J. Jokinen, which had been the highest-grossing film up to that point. The success of 'Lepoloma' not only bolsters the Luottomies franchise but also highlights a burgeoning interest in Finnish domestic cinema, celebrating both its comedic elements and storytelling.