François Truffaut - Actor Profile

François Truffaut

Directing
Updated: May 14, 2026
50Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Feb 6, 1932
Birth Place: Paris, France

About François Truffaut

François Roland Truffaut (February 6, 1932 – October 21, 1984) was an influential film critic and filmmaker and one of the founders of the French New Wave. In a film career lasting over a quarter of a century, he remains an icon of the French film industry. He was also a screenwriter, producer, and actor working on over twenty-five films. Along with Jean-Luc Godard, Truffaut was one of the most influential figures of the French New Wave, inspiring directors such as Steven Spielberg, Quentin Tarantino, Brian De Palma, Martin Scorsese and Wes Anderson.

François Truffaut Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of François Truffaut 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 François Truffaut's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 82% of François Truffaut'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 Introducing My Father, François Truffaut, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best François Truffaut Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from François Truffaut's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie François Truffaut has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2024 François Truffaut: My Life, a Screenplay Self (archive footage) Average Similar →
2023 Catherine Deneuve, in the eye of the camera Self (archive footage) Hit Similar →
2023 Passion Fanny Ardant Self - Filmmaker (archive footage) Super Hit Similar →
2023 Godard by Godard Self (archive footage) Super Hit Similar →
2022 Deneuve, la reine Catherine Self (archive footage) Super Hit Similar →
2021 Françoise Dorléac, from The Man from Rio to The Young Girls of Rochefort archive footage Super Hit Similar →
2021 Sous le soleil de Pialat Self (archive footage) Average Similar →
2021 Jim Morrison: The End Self - Filmmaker (archive footage) Hit Similar →
2021 Les cahiers du cinéma, la création d'une empreinte Self (archive footage) Super Hit Similar →
2020 François Truffaut: Des films d'amour ! Self Average Similar →
2020 Les secrets de François Truffaut Self (archive footage) Super Hit Similar →
2019 Introducing My Father, François Truffaut Self (Archive Footage) Super Hit Similar →
2018 Jeanne Moreau: Free Spirit Self - Filmmaker (archive footage) Hit Similar →
2017 John Travolta, le miraculé d'Hollywood Self - Filmmaker (archive footage) Hit Similar →
2016 Vadim Mister Cool Self (archive footage) Average Similar →
2016 Bernadette Lafont: And God Created the Free Woman - Hit Similar →
2016 Truffaut / Godard, scénario d'une rupture Self (archive footage) Super Hit Similar →
2013 Ain't Misbehavin Self (archive footage) Average Similar →
2010 Two in the Wave Self (archive footage) Average Similar →
2010 Catherine Deneuve, belle et bien là Self (archive footage) Hit Similar →
2009 Looking for Truffaut Self (archive footage) Hit Similar →
2006 Once Upon a Time... 'Rome, Open City' Self (archive footage) Hit Similar →
2004 Alfred Hitchcock: The Early Years Self (audio archival footage) Average Similar →
2002 Heart of the Festival Self (archive footage) Hit Similar →
2000 Nouvelle Vague : El cine sin dogmas Self Super Hit Similar →
1999 Monsieur Truffaut Meets Mr. Hitchcock Self (archive footage) Hit Similar →
1997 Roberto Rossellini: Il mestiere di uomo Self (archive footage) Hit Similar →
1996 François Truffaut: The Man Who Loved Cinema - Love & Death Self (archive footage) Super Hit Similar →
1996 François Truffaut: The Man Who Loved Cinema - The Wild Child Self (archive footage) Super Hit Similar →
1995 The World of Jacques Demy Self (archive footage) Hit Similar →
1994 The Secret of the Wild Child Self Super Hit Similar →
1978 The Green Room Julien Davenne Hit Similar →
1977 Close Encounters of the Third Kind Claude Lacombe Hit Similar →
1977 The Man Who Loved Women Un homme aux fénérailles (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1976 Small Change Martine's father Hit Similar →
1975 The Story of Adèle H. Officer (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1975 I'm a Stranger Here Myself Self Hit Similar →
1973 Day for Night Ferrand, the Director Super Hit Similar →
1972 A Gorgeous Girl Like Me Journalist (voice) (uncredited) Average Similar →
1971 Two English Girls Narrator (voice) (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1970 Bed and Board Le Marchand de Journaux (voice) (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1970 The Wild Child Le Dr Jean Itard Hit Similar →
1970 Cinéastes de notre temps : François Truffaut : Dix ans, dix films Self Super Hit Similar →
1966 Carl Th. Dreyer Self Hit Similar →
1965 Filmmakers of Our Time: François Truffaut or the Critical Spirit Self Super Hit Similar →
1964 La Nouvelle Vague par elle-même Self Super Hit Similar →
1964 The Soft Skin Le Pompiste (voice) (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1959 The 400 Blows Homme dans une fête foraine (non crédité) Super Hit Similar →
1956 Fool’s Mate Party guest (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1956 The Kreutzer Sonata Cameo (uncredited) Average Similar →

François Truffaut - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of François Truffaut?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring François Truffaut is "Introducing My Father, François Truffaut" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has François Truffaut acted in?

François Truffaut has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by François Truffaut?

Other notable films include "Cinéastes de notre temps : François Truffaut : Dix ans, dix films", "Les cahiers du cinéma, la création d'une empreinte", and "La Nouvelle Vague par elle-même".

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