Léon Mathot - Actor Profile

Léon Mathot

Acting
Updated: May 09, 2026
34Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Mar 5, 1886
Birth Place: Roubaix, Nord-Pas-de-Calais, France

About Léon Mathot

Léon Mathot (5 March 1886, Roubaix, Nord-Pas-de-Calais - 6 March 1968, in Paris) was a French film actor and film director best known perhaps for playing Edmond Dantes in The Count of Monte Cristo film serial in 1918. He appeared in the 1923 silent film Coeur fidèle, directed by Jean Epstein. He starred in some 60 films mostly in silent film between 1906 and 1939. He turned director in 1927 whilst still appearing in several films and retired in 1953 directing well over 20 films.

Léon Mathot Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Léon Mathot reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 34 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 65% of Léon Mathot'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 Work, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Léon Mathot Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Léon Mathot's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Léon Mathot has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1939 Deuxième bureau contre kommandantur Abbé Gaillard Hit Similar →
1931 Passport 13.444 - Hit Similar →
1930 The house of La Fleche - Super Hit Similar →
1930 L'instinct Jean Bernon Super Hit Similar →
1930 The mystery of the pink villa Langeac Hit Similar →
1928 In the Shadow of the Harem L'Émir Si Abd El Nasser Hit Similar →
1927 Rue de la Paix Ally - un millionnaire Super Hit Similar →
1927 Yasmina - Super Hit Similar →
1926 The Cradle of God - Hit Similar →
1925 A Night of Romance Antonio Scapa Super Hit Similar →
1925 Der Maler und sein Modell - Hit Similar →
1925 The Devil in the City Marc Herner Average Similar →
1923 Cœur fidèle Jean Hit Similar →
1923 The Red Inn Prosper Magnan Average Similar →
1923 Vent debout - Super Hit Similar →
1922 Être ou ne pas être - Super Hit Similar →
1922 Jean d'Agrève Jean d'Agrève Flop Similar →
1922 L'Empereur des pauvres Marc Anavan Super Hit Similar →
1921 Blanchette - Hit Similar →
1920 The Empire of Diamonds Arthur Graves Super Hit Similar →
1920 L'Ami Fritz - Super Hit Similar →
1920 Work Luc Froment Super Hit Similar →
1918 The Count of Monte Cristo Edmond Dantès Average Similar →
1917 The Zone of Death - Flop Similar →
1917 Barberousse Trively Flop Similar →
1917 Will Louis Hérault Flop Similar →
1917 The Right to Life Jacques Alberty Flop Similar →
1916 Nemrod et compagnie - Super Hit Similar →
1916 The Tragic Mill - Super Hit Similar →
1916 Deadly Gas - Flop Similar →
1914 The Bridge That Failed - Hit Similar →
1912 Joachim Goethal and the Secret of Steel Joachim Goethal Flop Similar →
1912 Dramatic Passion of Algabert and Elisberth of Rodembourg Prince Algabert Flop Similar →
1906 The Wig Chase - Flop Similar →

Léon Mathot - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Léon Mathot?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Léon Mathot is "Work" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Léon Mathot acted in?

Léon Mathot has been featured in at least 34 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Léon Mathot?

Other notable films include "Être ou ne pas être", "Yasmina", and "L'instinct".

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