André Penvern
ActingAbout André Penvern
André Penvern is a French actor born in Sèvres. At age 17, he began working with National Drama Centers. He went from small parts to stage manager, sound and lightning designer, etc. His meeting with Margot Capelier, casting director, was crucial for him. She introduced him to Fred Zinnemann Otto Preminger John Frankenheimer, Gérard Oury. He alternates between theater and television, encountering Jean Marboeuf Alain Bonnot, Philippe de Broca, Olivier Dahan.
André Penvern Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of André Penvern reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of André Penvern's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 48% of André Penvern'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 Tête de chou, which stands out as a key performance.
Best André Penvern Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from André Penvern's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie André Penvern has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Open Season 2 | André | Average | Similar → |
| 2024 | This Is the Goat! | Le juge | Flop | Similar → |
| 2023 | Open Season | André, doctor | Average | Similar → |
| 2022 | Champagne ! | André | Flop | Similar → |
| 2022 | C'est magnifique ! | Raymond | Average | Similar → |
| 2022 | Building Versailles: A King’s Obsession For Magnificence | Rise & Fall Of Versailles | Real Royalty | Maurepas | Average | Similar → |
| 2018 | The Happy Prince | Monsieur Dupoirier | Average | Similar → |
| 2018 | Belle and Sebastian 3: The Last Chapter | Urbain, the mayor | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Grace of Monaco | Charles de Gaulle | Average | Similar → |
| 2014 | The Man Who Knew a Lot | Mister Beranger | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | Kramer contre Kramer | Sam / The Butler / Shaunessy / The Pub Manager | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Paulette | Walter | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | La Victoire au bout du bâton | Marcel | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Le Chef | Le père de Béatrice | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | Louis XVI, l'homme qui ne voulait pas être roi | Maurepas | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | Inglourious Basterds | Old French Veterinarian | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | Behind the Walls | Mr Luve | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | Black Butterfly | Le Procureur | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | La Vie en Rose | Jacques Canetti | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | The Poisoner | Professor Boiledieu | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | Crimson Rivers II: Angels of the Apocalypse | Père Dominique | Average | Similar → |
| 2002 | Bâtards | Gégé, le père | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | Tête de chou | Le boulanger (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | Vidocq | Veraldi | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | Brigade des mineurs | Ganasse | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | Les Parasites | Albert Wurtz | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | L'Alambic | Le Maire | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Oranges Amères | Gosset | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | Prêt-à-Porter | Hotel Clerk | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Pétain | Alibert | Average | Similar → |
| 1992 | La Vie de Bohème | Police Inspector | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Bienvenue à Bellefontaine | Anatole | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Dirty Rotten Scoundrels | Waiter on the Train | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | The Cruel Embrace | Micho | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | The Holcroft Covenant | Frederick Leger | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | Prends ton passe-montagne, on va à la plage | Le contremaître | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Little Mermaid | Un ami de Georges | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | Gros câlin | M. Champjoie | Average | Similar → |
| 1978 | Too Shy to Try | Un homme (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | The Seventh Company Outdoors | Apparition (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | Animal | Stanislas, le directeur de production | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | March or Die | 'Top Hat' | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | Herbie Goes to Monte Carlo | French Policeman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | The Tenant | Cafe waiter | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | Scrambled Eggs | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1975 | French Connection II | Bartender | Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | The Mad Adventures of Rabbi Jacob | Assistant to Andréani | Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | The Day of the Jackal | Policeman at Tulle Station | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | A Police Officer Without Importance | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Someone Behind the Door | Intern | Average | Similar → |
André Penvern - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of André Penvern?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring André Penvern is "Tête de chou" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has André Penvern acted in?
André Penvern has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by André Penvern?
Other notable films include "Bienvenue à Bellefontaine", "Prends ton passe-montagne, on va à la plage", and "Louis XVI, l'homme qui ne voulait pas être roi".