Ahmad Najafi
ActingAbout Ahmad Najafi
Ahmad Nadjafi Shoushtari (Persian: احمد نجفی شوشتری, born 1948 in Khorramshahr, Iran) is an Iranian actor, producer, and TV host. He has a B.A. in Economics from the Woodbury University in Burbank, California. In 1976, he entered cinema by assisting Massoud Kimiayee in Ghazal. In 1976, he founded a movie distributing company in U.S., and he was the vice-president of IRIB2, distributing manager of "Tel film". He was also the chairman of IRIB in America and the vice-president of "free film making" (Kargah Aazaad Filmsazi) studio; he has also founded "7th art" studio. He hosted the TV show "Sandali Dagh".
Ahmad Najafi Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Ahmad Najafi reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 14 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Ahmad Najafi's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 29% of Ahmad Najafi'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 The Twelve Seats, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Ahmad Najafi Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Ahmad Najafi's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Ahmad Najafi has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | The Twelve Seats | Drago | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Fitileh va mah pishoni | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Whirpool | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Octopus | Homayoun Khan (Amoo Jan) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | Somewhere Else | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | Twilight | Darbandi | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | Killing Mad Dogs | Nayeri | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Cardboard Hotel | Bahram Adib | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Help Me | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Tavarish | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Refugee | Zapata | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | The Sergeant | Sgt. Rostam Darre Kalaye | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Snake's Fang | Ahmad | Average | Similar → |
| N/A | Sandstorm | - | Flop | Similar → |
Ahmad Najafi - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Ahmad Najafi?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ahmad Najafi is "The Twelve Seats" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Ahmad Najafi acted in?
Ahmad Najafi has been featured in at least 14 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Ahmad Najafi?
Other notable films include "Twilight", "Cardboard Hotel", and "Killing Mad Dogs".