İzzet Günay - Actor Profile

İzzet Günay

Acting
50Total Films
8.0 Highest Rated
Born: Aug 21, 1934
Birth Place: Üsküdar, İstanbul

About İzzet Günay

İzzet Günay (born 21 August 1934) is Turkish film and stage actor. He is one of the most experienced and well-known Turkish actors with appearances in more than 100 films across six decades. Günay studied at Haydarpaşa High School and Deniz High School. He worked at the İstanbul Municipal Public Works department and then in the lignite business. Günay answered a casting call in a newspaper and ended up being cast in Haldun Dormen's play Kara Ağaçlar Altında. He then appeared in several other plays such as Sokak Kızı İrma, and Pasifik Şarkısı Zafer Madalyası. In 1959, Günay made his film debut in the Kemal Film production Kırık Plak as Zeki Müren's driver. After a number of small roles, he landed the main role in Varan Bir. For a short time, he had a musical career in classical music. He won the Best Actor award at the Antalya Golden Orange Festival for his role in Ağaçlar Ayakta Ölür in 1964.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of İzzet Günay reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of İzzet Günay's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.

The "Box Office" Signature

With a 16% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), İzzet Günay remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Broken Disk, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best İzzet Günay Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from İzzet Günay's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of İzzet Günay.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2022 You Can Do It, My Dear! Self Average Similar →
2019 Remake, Remix, Rip-Off: About Copy Culture & Turkish Pop Cinema Self Hit Similar →
1995 Mr E. - Flop Similar →
1981 Unutulmayanlar İzzet Flop Similar →
1980 Renkli Dünya - Flop Similar →
1976 Güngörmüşler - Flop Similar →
1973 Kader Yolcuları - Flop Similar →
1973 Hayat Mı Bu - Average Similar →
1972 Suya Düşen Hayal Burhan Tayfuroğlu Average Similar →
1972 Kefenin Cebi Yok - Flop Similar →
1972 Ali Cengiz Oyunu - Flop Similar →
1971 Bebek Gibi Maşallah Kemal Average Similar →
1971 Mothers and Daughters Aydın Average Similar →
1971 Kezban in Paris Ayhan Flop Similar →
1970 Duyduk Duymadık Demeyin Osman Flop Similar →
1970 Crossroads Bilal Super Hit Similar →
1970 Nebahat The Driver - Flop Similar →
1969 Cesur Kabadayı Murat Flop Similar →
1969 I Want to Die With You Nihat Average Similar →
1969 Garibanlar Mahallesi - Flop Similar →
1968 Kalbimdeki Yabancı Osman / Beyefendi Flop Similar →
1968 End of the Road Kamal Flop Similar →
1968 My Prostitute Love Halil Super Hit Similar →
1968 Kezban Ferit Average Similar →
1968 This Is How Destiny Wanted Ahmet Super Hit Similar →
1968 İncili Çavuş Zehir Ali Flop Similar →
1967 Dolmus Driver - Flop Similar →
1967 Sefiller Nazım Flop Similar →
1967 The Crying Woman Osman Flop Similar →
1966 Namus Kanla Yazılır - Flop Similar →
1966 Tehlikeli Oyun Ahmet Flop Similar →
1966 Kanli Mezar Murat Flop Similar →
1966 The Evening Sun Nazmi Flop Similar →
1965 Şeker Hafiye Osman Flop Similar →
1965 Kumarbaz - Flop Similar →
1965 The Bread Seller Woman Kemal Sırman Flop Similar →
1965 Elveda Sevgilim Kemal Selimoğlu Flop Similar →
1965 Cici Kızlar - Flop Similar →
1964 Death Toll - Flop Similar →
1964 The Bomb Girl Erol Flop Similar →
1964 Some Like it Hot Naci Hit Similar →
1964 Ağaçlar Ayakta Ölür - Super Hit Similar →
1964 Asfalt Rıza Asfalt Rıza Flop Similar →
1964 The Adventure Woman - Flop Similar →
1964 Afili Delikanlılar - Flop Similar →
1964 Tığ Gibi Delikanlı Hilton Ali Flop Similar →
1963 Osman Killed Me Filinta Osman Hit Similar →
1963 Tatlı Sert - Flop Similar →
1962 Çifte Nikâh Metin Flop Similar →
1959 The Broken Disk - Super Hit Similar →

İzzet Günay - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of İzzet Günay?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring İzzet Günay is "The Broken Disk" with a rating of 8.0/10.

How many movies has İzzet Günay acted in?

İzzet Günay has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by İzzet Günay?

Other notable films include "Ağaçlar Ayakta Ölür", "My Prostitute Love", and "This Is How Destiny Wanted".