Jeanne Moreau
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Jeanne Moreau (January 23, 1928 – July 31, 2017) was a French actress, singer, screenwriter, and director. She made her theatrical debut in 1947, and established herself as one of the leading actresses of the Comédie-Française. She began playing small roles in films in 1949 and eventually achieved prominence as the star of Lift to the Scaffold (UK)/Elevator to the Gallows (USA) (1958), directed by Louis Malle, and Jules et Jim (1962), directed by François Truffaut. Most prolific during the 1960s, Moreau continued to appear in films until her death in 2017, at the age of 89. Moreau was the recipient of a César Award for Best Actress, a BAFTA Award for Best Foreign Actress and a Cannes Film Festival Best Actress Award for individual performances, and several lifetime awards.
Jeanne Moreau Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Jeanne Moreau 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 Jeanne Moreau's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 100% of Jeanne Moreau'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 Les Hommes en blanc, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Jeanne Moreau Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Jeanne Moreau's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Jeanne Moreau has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Belmondo: The Incorrigible | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Miles Davis: Birth of the Cool | Self - Actress (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | They'll Love Me When I'm Dead | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Lullaby to my Father | Narrator (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Close Up | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | The Bardot mystery | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Dispositif 47 - The Second Death | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | Sous les vents de Neptune | Josette | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | The Other Side of Welles | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | French Beauty | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Ashes and Snow | French Narrator (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Love Actually | Taxi Passenger at Marseille Airport (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | The Passions of Louis Malle | Self - Interviewee | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | The Prince's Manuscript | Alessandra Wolf (Licy) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | EverAfter | Grande Dame | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | My Name is Victor | Rose | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | See You Tomorrow | Tete | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | La nuit de l'océan | Hélène Sauveterre | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Alberto Express | The Baroness | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Nikita | Armande | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | The Architecture of Doom | French narrator (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Calling the Shots | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Agatha Christie’s The Last Seance | Madame Exe | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Sauve-toi, Lola | Marie-Aude Schneider | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Vivement Truffaut | Narrator / Self / Catherine | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Vicious Circle | Ines | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | The Orson Welles Story | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | Mr. Klein | Florence | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Jean Genet: Saint, martyr et poète | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Côté cour, côté champs | Lady with Little Dog (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | The Immortal Story | Virginie Ducrot | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | The Bride Wore Black | Julie Kohler | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | Chimes at Midnight | Doll Tearsheet | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | The Car That Became a Star | The Marchioness of Frinton (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Train | Christine | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Diary of a Chambermaid | Céléstine | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | The Fire Within | Eva | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | The Trial | Marika Burstner | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Jules and Jim | Catherine | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | A Woman Is a Woman | Self (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | La Notte | Lidia | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Dialogue of the Carmelites | Mother Marie of the Incarnation | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Matisse ou Le talent de bonheur | Narrator (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | The 400 Blows | La Femme avec le chien | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Elevator to the Gallows | Florence Carala | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Les Hommes en blanc | Marianne Déjazet | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Queen Margot | Marguerite de Valois, "La Reine Margot" | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Touchez Pas au Grisbi | Josy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Pigalle-Saint-Germain-des-Prés | La môme Pâquerette | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Last Love | Michèle | Super Hit | Similar → |
Jeanne Moreau - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Jeanne Moreau?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jeanne Moreau is "Les Hommes en blanc" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Jeanne Moreau acted in?
Jeanne Moreau has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Jeanne Moreau?
Other notable films include "The Other Side of Welles", "Jean Genet: Saint, martyr et poète", and "The Passions of Louis Malle".