Anton Lapenko
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Anton Vyacheslavovich Lapenko (born on September 1, 1986 in Zelenograd, Moscow, USSR) is a Russian film and theater actor. In 2019 Lapenko became famed as an author of humorous Instagram sketches, styled as retro VHS videos. Characters played by Lapenko include a self-doubting engineer, a journalist producing the TV show The Mystery of the Hole, and an eccentric steamroller driver Igor Katamaranov. By January 2020, Lapenko's channel had 1,500,000 subscribers. In December 2019 Lapenko published the movie series Within Lapenko on YouTube. The series were created by him (he also played all of the characters) alongside comedian Aleksei Smirnov (the screenwriter and film director). The plot is based on the life and adventures of characters from Lapenko's Instagram videos. According to the authors' presentation of the series, it is styled like late Soviet movies and isn't set in a particular time, but rather features a universe which combines the 1980s and 1990s. Egor Maksimov from Maxim Online referred to the series as a parody of all genres of Soviet TV. Lapenko is compared to Leonid Gaidai and to Monty Python, not in the least due to his absurdist humour.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Anton Lapenko reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 17 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Anton Lapenko's filmography leans towards the Comedy genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 29% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Anton Lapenko remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Murder in the "Pheasant's Nest", which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Anton Lapenko Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Anton Lapenko's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Anton Lapenko.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Limonov: The Ballad | Ghost | Average | Similar → |
| 2024 | Poplar Fluff | - | Average | Similar → |
| 2024 | Безумный ангел Пиноккио | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2022 | Like a Man | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | Pinocchio | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2021 | Murder in the "Pheasant's Nest" | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | Boomerang | reporter | Flop | Similar → |
| 2020 | Rider | Tolik (aka Oleg) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | Deeper! | Khachatryan | Average | Similar → |
| 2020 | Hilbert's Eighth Problem | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | Hot! | Sasha | Average | Similar → |
| 2019 | Однушка | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | The Grail of Magdalena Egorova | Knight | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | The Car Thief | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | The Scent of Heather | Кондратьев | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | Murder in a Pheasant's Nest | - | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | The Missing Cyclist | - | Flop | Similar → |
Anton Lapenko - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Anton Lapenko?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Anton Lapenko is "Murder in the "Pheasant's Nest"" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Anton Lapenko acted in?
Anton Lapenko has been featured in at least 17 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Anton Lapenko?
Other notable films include "Rider", "The Car Thief", and "Like a Man".