Pyotr Aleynikov
ActingAbout Pyotr Aleynikov
Born into poverty, Aleynikov lost his family at an early age, forcing him to street-life before transitioning to an orphanage in the early 1920s. He discovered a love of movies when a local film projectionist began training him in the craft. Following time in a Russian labor compound, Aleinikov studied drama in Leningrad and made his film debut in the 1932 film “Counter”. His talent for music and comedy led him to numerous roles of varying degree of local fame that grew as World War II intensified. He continued to star and support in films until disagreements between him and production teams intensified, leaving him without work until his 1955 performance in “Land and People”. His career often suffered disturbances due to his heavy reliance on alcohol, which would later take his life.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Pyotr Aleynikov reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 41 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Pyotr Aleynikov'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 12% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Pyotr Aleynikov remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Naval Battalion, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Pyotr Aleynikov Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Pyotr Aleynikov's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Pyotr Aleynikov.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976 | Pyotr Martynovich And The Years Of Great Life | Himself (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | Quenching the Thirst | Maryutin | Flop | Similar → |
| 1965 | Они не пройдут | The old man around the campfire | Flop | Similar → |
| 1963 | High Water | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | Weekdays and Holidays | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1960 | Vanka | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Unusual Voyage of Mishka Strekachyov | policeman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | A Home for Tanya | Fyodor | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Driver Involuntarily | шофёр грузовика | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Poet | soldier | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Land and People | Ignat Ushkin | Flop | Similar → |
| 1955 | Vasyok Trubachyov and His Comrades | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Miners of Donetsk | Andrey Postoyko | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Golden Horn | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Precious Seed | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | A Great Life, Part 2 | Vanya Kurskiy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Great Glinka | Alexander Pushkin | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Naval Battalion | Petya | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Ural Front | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Moscow Skies | lieutenant Ilya Streltsov | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | In the Name of the Motherland | Ilyin | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | No Greater Love | Senya | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Aleksandr Parkhomenko | Gaivoron | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Collection of Films for the Armed Forces #8 | underground worker, Night Over Belgrade | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Мать | underground worker | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Humpbacked Horse | Ivanushka | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Incident on a Volcano | Shatalov | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Fifth Ocean | Kovtunov | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Make Noise, Town | Vasya, the inventor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | A Great Life | Vanya Kursky | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Tractor Drivers | Savka | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Fighters | Lieutenant (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Komsomolsk | Petka Aleinikov | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Man with the Gun | Soldier | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | For the Soviet Motherland | Eino | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Fedka | Villager (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Brave Seven | Moliboga, cook | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Girlfriends | wounded | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Peasants | Petka, a boy | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Do I Love You? | Character name not specified | Flop | Similar → |
| 1932 | Shame | Slepnitsyn, young worker (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
Pyotr Aleynikov - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Pyotr Aleynikov?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Pyotr Aleynikov is "Naval Battalion" with a rating of 7.5/10.
How many movies has Pyotr Aleynikov acted in?
Pyotr Aleynikov has been featured in at least 41 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Pyotr Aleynikov?
Other notable films include "The Unusual Voyage of Mishka Strekachyov", "Komsomolsk", and "Moscow Skies".