René Hell - Actor Profile

René Hell

Acting
Updated: May 12, 2026
50Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: May 1, 1891
Birth Place: Orbec, Calvados, Basse-Normandie, France

René Hell Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of René Hell 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 René Hell's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 100% of René Hell'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 Le Cabaret du Grand Large, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best René Hell Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from René Hell's career based on audience ratings.

★10.0
Le Cabaret du Grand Large (1946) movie poster
★10.0

Le Cabaret du Grand Large: Superintendent Thomas is investigating a cabaret owner with suspicious actions.

Le Cabaret du Grand Large

1946•Crime
★10.0
L'Ombre (1948) movie poster
★10.0

L'Ombre: Suspected of murder, a man disappears under mysterious conditions, which only increases the charges against him.

L'Ombre

1948•Crime
★10.0
Les Nouveaux Maîtres (1950) movie poster
★10.0

Les Nouveaux Maîtres: Durand, a big industrialist, works with an international adventurer, Mr. Ernest, who covets Mrs. Durand and threatens to

Les Nouveaux Maîtres

1950•Adventure
★10.0
L'Homme aux mains d'argile (1949) movie poster
★10.0

L'Homme aux mains d'argile: The fictionalized life, and interpreted by himself, of the popular boxing champion Marcel Cerdan. Training sessions, mat

L'Homme aux mains d'argile

1949•Drama
★10.0
The Two Girls (1951) movie poster
★10.0

The Two Girls: A famous singer disappears in a plane crash. Her two little girls are given a new home by their grandfather. Unfortunate

The Two Girls

1951•Comedy

Full Filmography

Every movie René Hell has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1966 Mademoiselle Peasant (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1961 The Counterfeiters of Paris Old garage owner Hit Similar →
1959 Signed, Arsène Lupin Prison guard (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1959 Maigret and the St. Fiacre Case Typographer (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1958 Tamango - Hit Similar →
1956 Crime and Punishment - Hit Similar →
1956 La Traversée de Paris Jambier's father (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1956 Law of the Streets - Super Hit Similar →
1955 Headlines of Destruction - Hit Similar →
1955 The Aristocrats Paul, le majordome du marquis Hit Similar →
1954 Anatole chéri Doctor Hit Similar →
1954 Touchez Pas au Grisbi Un consommateur chez Bouche (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1953 The Night Is Ours - Hit Similar →
1953 Un trésor de femme Guardian Hit Similar →
1952 Holiday for Henrietta The driver (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1952 Ils sont dans les vignes... First agent Super Hit Similar →
1952 Foyer perdu - Hit Similar →
1952 Carrot Top The deputy Super Hit Similar →
1952 Le Crime du Bouif - Super Hit Similar →
1951 Passion The bistro owner Super Hit Similar →
1951 The Real Guilty Tramp Super Hit Similar →
1951 Victor - Hit Similar →
1951 Juliette, or Key of Dreams Village man (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1951 The Two Girls Un inspecteur Super Hit Similar →
1951 Champions Juniors - Hit Similar →
1950 Paris Incident The postman Super Hit Similar →
1950 Mon ami le cambrioleur The stolen man Hit Similar →
1950 No Pity for Women Player Hit Similar →
1950 Bed for Two A bettor Hit Similar →
1950 One Only Loves Once Le cabaretier Super Hit Similar →
1950 Les Nouveaux Maîtres - Super Hit Similar →
1950 Sorceror An Inspector (uncredited) Super Hit Similar →
1950 The Unexpected Voyager Adrien Super Hit Similar →
1949 The Story of Dr. Louise - Super Hit Similar →
1949 Night Round Sewage worker Super Hit Similar →
1949 The Red Angel - Super Hit Similar →
1949 The Unknown N° 13 Tramp Super Hit Similar →
1949 L'Homme aux mains d'argile Spectator Super Hit Similar →
1949 Piège à hommes - Hit Similar →
1948 Cité de l'espérance Gravier Super Hit Similar →
1948 L'Ombre - Super Hit Similar →
1948 The Figurehead The game warden Super Hit Similar →
1948 Mandrin (2ème époque) La Tragédie d'un siècle - Super Hit Similar →
1948 Road Blocked - Super Hit Similar →
1947 Mirror The mobster Hit Similar →
1946 Martin Roumagnac (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1946 Gringalet (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1946 Le Cabaret du Grand Large - Super Hit Similar →
1946 Happy Go Lucky le serrurier Hit Similar →
1946 Special Mission (uncredited) Hit Similar →

René Hell - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of René Hell?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring René Hell is "Le Cabaret du Grand Large" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has René Hell acted in?

René Hell has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by René Hell?

Other notable films include "L'Ombre", "Les Nouveaux Maîtres", and "L'Homme aux mains d'argile".

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