
Jerzy Nowak
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Jerzy Nowak (20 June 1923 – 26 March 2013) was a Polish film and theatre actor and teacher. Description above from the Wikipedia article Jerzy Nowak, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Jerzy Nowak reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Jerzy Nowak's filmography leans towards the Drama 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 22% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Jerzy Nowak remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Nie było słońca tej wiosny, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Jerzy Nowak Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Jerzy Nowak's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Jerzy Nowak.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | August Sky – 63 Days of Glory | Leonard | Flop | Similar → |
| 2012 | Manhunt | 'Stary Wiarus' | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | Mystification | Askenazy | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | The Courageous Heart of Irena Sendler | Old Rabbi | Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | Scratch | Leon | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | The Existence | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 2002 | The Revenge | Michał Kafar (bricklayer #1) | Average | Similar → |
| 2002 | Julie Walking Home | Mieczyslaw "Mietek" Makowsky | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | Gebürtig | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | The Hexer | Vesemir | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | Quo Vadis | Krispus | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | Wyspa R.O. | Guard | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | Cabin Fever | Olek | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | Egzekutor | Franciszek Kozar | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | Love Stories | The Accountant | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Our God's Brother | Anthony | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | A Gentle Creature | sklepikarz | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Legenda Tatr | innkeeper | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Three Colors: White | Old Peasant | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Schindler's List | Investor | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Squadron | Lejba | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | Capital, or How to Make Money in Poland | Serafin | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Lava | Choir Singer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | Alchemik | Książę Kiejstut | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Wherever You Are... | Officer-Interpreter | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | And the Violins Stopped Playing | professor Epstein | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Medium | Ernst Wagner | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | End of the Lonely Farm Berhof | Florian | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | The Egg | Gospodarz Ewy | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | Nie było słońca tej wiosny | Josek | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | A Year of the Quiet Sun | lekarz przy ekshumacji zwłok | Average | Similar → |
| 1982 | Crab and Joanna | Grzegorz Zaruba | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | From a Far Country | Professor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | Na własną prośbę | Tomkowski | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | Wściekły | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Camera Buff | Stanisław Osuch | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Placówka | Josel Szatzman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | Hasło | Old tar maker | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | Zofia | Kelner w mordowni | Flop | Similar → |
| 1975 | The Promised Land | Zucker | Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Sędziowie. Tragedya | Jukli | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | The Beard | "The Baldy", the school inspector | Flop | Similar → |
| 1973 | Copernicus | Man At Funeral (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | The Sun Rises Once a Day | "Koślawy" (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | Stajnia na Salvatorze | Budapest Courier (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | Full Ahead | Bosman | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | Lenin in Poland | Austrian Officer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | Eagle | Mate Sznuk | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Dezerter | Klein | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Lost Feelings | Clerk (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
Jerzy Nowak - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Jerzy Nowak?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jerzy Nowak is "Nie było słońca tej wiosny" with a rating of 9.5/10.
How many movies has Jerzy Nowak acted in?
Jerzy Nowak has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Jerzy Nowak?
Other notable films include "Schindler's List", "A Gentle Creature", and "Camera Buff".



