Urbain Cancelier - Actor Profile

Urbain Cancelier

Acting
Updated: May 14, 2026
36Total Films
8.5 Highest Rated
Born: Aug 2, 1959
Birth Place: Paris, France

About Urbain Cancelier

Urbain Cancelier (born 2 August 1959) is a French comedian and actor, primarily known for his collaborations with French film director Jean-Pierre Jeunet, and for playing Collignon in Le Fabuleux Destin d'Amélie Poulain. Source: Article "Urbain Cancelier" from Wikipedia in English, licensed under CC-BY-SA 3.0.

Urbain Cancelier Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Urbain Cancelier reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 36 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 33% of Urbain Cancelier'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 passage du bac, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Urbain Cancelier Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Urbain Cancelier's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Urbain Cancelier has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2026 La valse des pingouins - Flop Similar →
2022 Simone: Woman of the Century Secrétaire général Parquet Super Hit Similar →
2019 La Belle Époque Villemain Hit Similar →
2018 Best Intentions Uncle Average Similar →
2017 Two Snails Set Off (voice) Average Similar →
2017 School of Life Lucien Hit Similar →
2017 R.A.I.D. Special Unit Le président de la République Average Similar →
2016 Les deux canards - Average Similar →
2016 Du vent dans les branches de sassafras Docteur William Butler Average Similar →
2016 The Visitors: Bastille Day Le e geôlier chef à la prison d'Issoudun Flop Similar →
2015 Belle and Sebastian: The Adventure Continues Mayor Hit Similar →
2015 The Scent of Mandarin Le sergent Average Similar →
2014 The Session Victor Flop Similar →
2013 Belle and Sebastian Mayor Hit Similar →
2012 The Suicide Shop Gynaecologist / Neurasthenic Man (voice) Average Similar →
2012 Welcome Aboard Butcher Average Similar →
2011 You Will Be My Son Lacourt père Average Similar →
2011 A Child's Battle Barbier Hit Similar →
2011 Voir la Mer Rondouillard Flop Similar →
2009 Clara, une passion française Emile Flop Similar →
2008 A Day at the Museum Bernard Flop Similar →
2008 The Maiden and the Wolves Le médecin Average Similar →
2007 The Red Inn Philippe de Marcillac Flop Similar →
2007 Mr. Bean's Holiday Bus Driver Average Similar →
2006 Les Aristos Le duc Réginald Saumur-Chantilly de Fortemure Flop Similar →
2006 Passés troubles Chardin Flop Similar →
2004 A Very Long Engagement The Parish Priest Hit Similar →
2004 Malabar Princess Gaston Average Similar →
2003 Young, Beautiful and Screwed Up Chef gendarme Flop Similar →
2003 Frou-Frou les Bains Le directeur Average Similar →
2002 Le passage du bac Chardon Super Hit Similar →
2001 Amélie Collignon Super Hit Similar →
1998 Le monde d'Angelo Judge Hit Similar →
1997 La dame aux camélias St Gaudens Super Hit Similar →
1996 La Puce à l'oreille Étienne Flop Similar →
1996 Ridicule Louis XVI Hit Similar →

Urbain Cancelier - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Urbain Cancelier?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Urbain Cancelier is "Le passage du bac" with a rating of 8.5/10.

How many movies has Urbain Cancelier acted in?

Urbain Cancelier has been featured in at least 36 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Urbain Cancelier?

Other notable films include "La dame aux camélias", "Amélie", and "Simone: Woman of the Century".

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