
Abdelhafid Metalsi
ActingAbout Abdelhafid Metalsi
Abdelhafid Metalsi (born 1969) is an Arabic actor, of Kabyle descent and Algerian ethnicity, who lives in France and was naturalized as French. He is best known for his starring role as the dedicated Capitaine Kader Chérif in the French police series Cherif. Born in Algeria in 1969, Abdelhafid Metalsi moved to France at age one, in Champagne province, where he grew up. He lived in the Orgeval district in Reims for part of his childhood. He began training as an actor at the Chaillot National Theater which gave him the chance to work on stage and act in television shows such as Spiral season 4 (Canal+) or Spin (France 2). Metalsi is especially known for his role as captain Kader Chérif, the lead character in the cop show Cherif which has been broadcast on the France 2 network since October 25, 2013. Source: Article "Abdelhafid Metalsi" from Wikipedia in English, licensed under CC-BY-SA 3.0.
Abdelhafid Metalsi Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Abdelhafid Metalsi reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 26 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Abdelhafid Metalsi's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 31% of Abdelhafid Metalsi's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Au nom d'Athènes, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Abdelhafid Metalsi Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Abdelhafid Metalsi's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Abdelhafid Metalsi has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Shukran | Ali | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | J'adore ma vie ! | Samir | Flop | Similar → |
| 2012 | Au nom d'Athènes | Darius | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | The Belgian Job | Brahim | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | The Minister | Louis-Do | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | Une nouvelle vie | Kazim Adelmosen | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | The Assault | Ali Touchent | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | Of Gods and Men | Nouredine | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | Adieu Gary | Le nouveau voisin | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | Myriam's choice | Hassan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | Un si beau voyage | Karim | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | Mesrine: Killer Instinct | Ahmed, pimp | Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | Versailles | José | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | A Police Romance | Jamel Messaouden | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | Andalucia | Amar | Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | L'Affaire Ben Barka | le commandant Dlimi, chef de la sûreté marocaine | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | Intimate Enemies | Rachid | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | Michou d'Auber | Saïd | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | Bad Faith | Karim | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | Down in the Hole | Omar | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Munich | Palestinian in 30s | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | The Tiger and the Snow | Dottore Salman | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Zim and Co | Ikéa | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | The Demon Stirs | Ahmed | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Dark Night, October 17, 1961 | Ali Saïd | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Hymne à la gazelle | Youssef | Flop | Similar → |
Abdelhafid Metalsi - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Abdelhafid Metalsi?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Abdelhafid Metalsi is "Au nom d'Athènes" with a rating of 8.5/10.
How many movies has Abdelhafid Metalsi acted in?
Abdelhafid Metalsi has been featured in at least 26 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Abdelhafid Metalsi?
Other notable films include "Myriam's choice", "Dark Night, October 17, 1961", and "Mesrine: Killer Instinct".




