Katina Paxinou - Actor Profile

Katina Paxinou

Acting
Updated: May 16, 2026
14Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Dec 17, 1900
Birth Place: Piraeus, Greece

About Katina Paxinou

Katina Paxinou (Greek: Κατίνα Παξινού; 17 December 1900[1]– 22 February 1973) was a Greek film and stage actress. She started her stage career in Greece in 1928 and was one of the founding members of the National Theatre of Greece in 1932. The outbreak of World War II found her in the United Kingdom and she later moved to the United States, where she made her film debut in For Whom the Bell Tolls (1943) and won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress and the Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actress. She appeared in a few more Hollywood films, before returning to Greece in the early 1950s. She became a naturalized citizen of the United States in 1951. She then focused on her stage career and appeared in a number of European films including Rocco and His Brothers (1960). Description above from the Wikipedia article Katina Paxinou, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.

Katina Paxinou Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Katina Paxinou reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 14 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Katina Paxinou's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 64% of Katina Paxinou'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 The Immortal Land, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Katina Paxinou Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Katina Paxinou's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Katina Paxinou has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1970 A Savage Summer Marya Super Hit Similar →
N/A Morte di un bandito Silvia Super Hit Similar →
1968 Zita Aunt Zita Flop Similar →
1965 The Island of Aphrodite Lambrini Hit Similar →
1960 Rocco and His Brothers Rosaria Parondi Super Hit Similar →
1959 The Miracle La Roca Hit Similar →
1958 The Immortal Land - Super Hit Similar →
1955 Mr. Arkadin Sophie Hit Similar →
1949 Prince of Foxes Mona Zoppo Average Similar →
1947 Mourning Becomes Electra Christine Mannon Average Similar →
1947 Uncle Silas Madame de la Rougierre Average Similar →
1945 Confidential Agent Mrs. Melandez Average Similar →
1943 Hostages Maria Hit Similar →
1943 For Whom the Bell Tolls Pilar Hit Similar →

Katina Paxinou - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Katina Paxinou?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Katina Paxinou is "The Immortal Land" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Katina Paxinou acted in?

Katina Paxinou has been featured in at least 14 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Katina Paxinou?

Other notable films include "Morte di un bandito", "Rocco and His Brothers", and "A Savage Summer".

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