Benoît Magimel
ActingAbout Benoît Magimel
Benoît Magimel is a French actor. A prolific actor who was 14 when he appeared in his first film, Magimel has starred in a variety of roles in French cinema. For a number of years, he lived with French actress Juliette Binoche, with whom he co-starred in 1999's Children of the Century and later had a daughter, Hana, born in 1999. The relationship ended in 2003.
Benoît Magimel Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Benoît Magimel 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 Benoît Magimel's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 50% of Benoît Magimel'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 No happy end, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Benoît Magimel Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Benoît Magimel's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Benoît Magimel has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Mi Amor | Vincent | Average | Similar → |
| 2024 | No Chains, No Masters | Eugène Larcenet | Hit | Similar → |
| 2024 | Rosalie | Abel | Hit | Similar → |
| 2023 | The Taste of Things | Dodin Bouffant | Hit | Similar → |
| 2023 | The King of Algiers | Roger | Average | Similar → |
| 2023 | Le Marchand de sable | Yvan | Average | Similar → |
| 2022 | Revoir Paris | Thomas | Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | Pacifiction | De Roller | Average | Similar → |
| 2022 | Incredible But True | Gérard | Average | Similar → |
| 2022 | Filmoteca de Catalunya 10 anys al Raval | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | Peaceful | Benjamin | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Lola and the Sea | Philippe | Average | Similar → |
| 2019 | Little White Lies 2 | Vincent Ribaud | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Carbone | Antoine Roca | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Memoir of War | Pierre Rabier | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | Anatomy of Betrayal | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | 150 Milligrams | Dr Antoine Le Bihan, professor | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Cafard | Jean Mordant (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | Standing Tall | Yann | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | The Connection | 'Le Fou' | Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | For a Woman | Michel | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | My Way | Paul Lederman | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | Special Forces | Captain 'Tic-Tac ' | Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Mon pote | Bruno Duchêne, former robber and car fan | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | Little White Lies | Vincent Ribaud | Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | The Counsel | Léo Demarsan | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | Traceless | Étienne Meunier | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | Resolution 819 | Jacques Calvez | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | Intimate Enemies | Terrien | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | A Girl Cut in Two | Paul Andre Claude Gaudens | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | Sur la terre comme au ciel : Making of Les Chevaliers du Ciel | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Sky Fighters | Capitaine Antoine "Walk'n" Marchelli | Average | Similar → |
| 2004 | The Bridesmaid | Philippe Tardieu | Average | Similar → |
| 2004 | Crimson Rivers II: Angels of the Apocalypse | Capitaine Reda | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | Strange Gardens | Emile Bailleul | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | The Flower of Evil | François Vasseur | Average | Similar → |
| 2002 | The Nest | Santino | Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | The Piano Teacher | Walter Klemmer | Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | To Mathieu | Matthieu | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | The King Is Dancing | Louis XIV | Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | The Children of the Century | Alfred de Musset | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | No happy end | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Thieves | Jimmy Fontana | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | A Single Girl | Rémi | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | La Haine | Benoît | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | Le Chambon | René | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | The Country Years | Jules | Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Sweetheart | Thomas | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | Les Ritals | François jeune | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Life Is a Long Quiet River | Momo Groseille | Hit | Similar → |
Benoît Magimel - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Benoît Magimel?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Benoît Magimel is "No happy end" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Benoît Magimel acted in?
Benoît Magimel has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Benoît Magimel?
Other notable films include "Anatomy of Betrayal", "La Haine", and "Filmoteca de Catalunya 10 anys al Raval".