
Jerzy Zelnik
ActingAbout Jerzy Zelnik
Jerzy Zelnik (born 14 September 1945) is a Polish actor. He has appeared in more than 60 films and television shows since 1963. He was awarded the Badge of Merit in Culture (1997) and Knight's Cross of the Order of Polonia Restituta (2007). Description above from the Wikipedia article Jerzy Zelnik, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Jerzy Zelnik reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 40 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Jerzy Zelnik'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 25% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Jerzy Zelnik remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in And the Violins Stopped Playing, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Jerzy Zelnik Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Jerzy Zelnik's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Jerzy Zelnik.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Augustine: The Decline of the Roman Empire | Sidonius | Flop | Similar → |
| 2004 | Osiemnaście | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | Chopin: Desire for Love | Mikołaj Chopin | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | Magneto | Józef Magneto | Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Deborah | Kuba Burstein | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Gospel According to Harry | Jameson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Psy 2. Ostatnia krew | Sarzyński, były minister spraw wewnętrznych | Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | Szuler | Victor Moritz | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Damned America | Ryszard | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | The Return of She-Wolf | Kamil Orzelski | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | The Last Ferry | Andrzej | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | And the Violins Stopped Playing | Danko Muler (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Głód serca | Janusz Boreczny | Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Výjimečná situace | Leoš Marenčík | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Medium | Andrzej Gaszewski | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | Write and Fight | Writer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | An Epitaph for Barbara Radziwill | Zygmunt II August | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | From a Far Country | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | A Woman and a Woman | Wojciech Mielnik | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | The Dancing Hawk | Zatorski | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | Widows' Nest | Carlos | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | The Shadow-Line | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1975 | Znikąd donikąd | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1975 | The Story of Sin | Łukasz Niepołomski, miłość Ewy | Average | Similar → |
| 1975 | The Promised Land | Stein | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Her Return | Edward | Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | Hipoteza | Professor N. | Flop | Similar → |
| 1973 | Scorpio, Virgo and Sagittarius | Jan "Capuchin" | Flop | Similar → |
| 1973 | The Moonlit Road | Julian Starzeński | Flop | Similar → |
| 1972 | Bolesław Śmiały | Assassin | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | Pilate and Others | Juda from Kiriat | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | Kamizelka | Filip | Flop | Similar → |
| 1970 | Pogoń za Adamem | Actor Playing Adam | Flop | Similar → |
| 1970 | Landscape After Battle | American Commander | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | Shifting Sands | Anka's Boyfriend | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | Roly Poly | Dr. Burton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | When Love Was a Crime | Roman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | Pavoncello | Servant | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | Pharaoh | Ramesses XIII / Lycon | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | Teenager | Fredek (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
Jerzy Zelnik - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Jerzy Zelnik?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jerzy Zelnik is "And the Violins Stopped Playing" with a rating of 7.5/10.
How many movies has Jerzy Zelnik acted in?
Jerzy Zelnik has been featured in at least 40 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Jerzy Zelnik?
Other notable films include "The Promised Land", "The Last Ferry", and "Magneto".




