Fernandel
ActingAbout Fernandel
Fernand Joseph Désiré Contandin (8 May 1903 – 26 February 1971), better known as Fernandel, was a French actor and singer. Born in Marseille, France, to Désirée Bedouin and Denis Contandin, originating in Perosa Argentina, an Occitan town located in the province of Turin. He was a comedy star who first gained popularity in French vaudeville, operettas, and music-hall revues. His stage name originated from his marriage to Henriette Manse, the sister of his best friend and frequent cinematic collaborator Jean Manse. So attentive was he to his wife that his mother-in-law amusingly referred to him as Fernand d'elle ("Fernand of her"). (Wikipedia)
Fernandel Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Fernandel reflects exceptional commercial consistency. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Fernandel's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 100% of Fernandel'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 L'Ordonnance malgré lui, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Fernandel Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Fernandel's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Fernandel has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Le Petit Monde de Fernandel | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | The Phoney War | Self - Actor (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | 1958: Those Who Said No | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | Fernandel c'est moi | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | Don Camillo in Moscow | Don Camillo Tarocci | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | Good King Dagobert | M. Pelletan / Le roi Dagobert | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | The Changing of the Guard | Attilio Capellaro | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Dynamite Jack | Dynamite Jack / Antoine Espérandieu | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Don Camillo: Monsignor | Don Camillo Tarocci | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Law Is the Law | Ferdinand Pastorelli | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Don Camillo's Last Round | Don Camillo Tarocci | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Return of Don Camillo | Don Camillo Tarocci | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Carnival | Dardamelle | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Little World of Don Camillo | Don Camillo Tarocci | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Hunting Ground | Urbain Coindet, paysan et conseiller municipal | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Three Sinners | Noël Annequin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Irma la voyante | Irma / Le client | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | L'Aventure de Cabassou | Cabassou | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | St. Val's Mystery | Désiré Le Sec | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Hoboes in Paradise | Pons | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Adrien | Adrien Moulinet | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Suitors Club | Antoine Valoisir | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Acrobat | Ernest Sauce | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Little Nothings | Astier | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Well-Digger's Daughter | Félipe Rambert | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Tricoche and Cacolet | Tricoche | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Harvest | Urbain Gedemus | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Life Dances On | Fabien Coutissol | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Josette | Albert Durandal | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | I Have an Idea | Un passant dans la rue (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Free Trade Hotel | Boulot, le garçon d'étage | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Le Chéri de sa concierge | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | A Night of Madness | Fernand | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Amorous Garrison | Frédéric, rider | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Maruche | Maruche | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Bread Peddler | Billenbuis | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Love and Cool Water | Eloi, le chauffeur | Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | La Terreur de la pampa | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Le Gros Lot | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | L'Ordonnance malgré lui | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Le Jugement de minuit | Sam Hackitt | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1933 | Ça colle | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Un homme sans nom | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Vive la classe | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Par habitude | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Sailor's Song | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Pas un mot à ma femme | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | The Darling of Paris | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | The best hostess | Lucien Pivoine | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | I have something to tell you | l'amant qui s'est trompé d'étage | Hit | Similar → |
Fernandel - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Fernandel?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Fernandel is "L'Ordonnance malgré lui" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Fernandel acted in?
Fernandel has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Fernandel?
Other notable films include "Le Jugement de minuit", "The best hostess", and "Pas un mot à ma femme".