
Gérard Desarthe
ActingCareer Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Gérard Desarthe reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 30 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Gérard Desarthe'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 23% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Gérard Desarthe remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Notti e nebbie, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Gérard Desarthe Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Gérard Desarthe's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Gérard Desarthe.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | La Sainte Famille | Le Cardinal Lombard | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | The Nansen Passport | Fridtjof Nansen (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | The Ponzi Scheme | Le prêtre | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | Roxana's Hands | Professor Richard Bremmer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | Priest Daens | Charles Woeste | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Cherokee | Ripert | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | The Elegant Criminal | Professor Tonnelier | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Uranus | Maxime Loin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Je tue à la campagne | The detective | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | La Baston | Lucien Puget | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Terrorists in Retirement | Narrator (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Notti e nebbie | Casella | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | A Love in Germany | Karl Wyler | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | Stella | Paulet | Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | The Wounded Man | Crying Man | Average | Similar → |
| 1982 | Hecate | Le colonel de Watteville | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | Peer Gynt | Peer Gynt | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | Peer Gynt | Peer Gynt | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | The Police War | Hector Sarlat | Average | Similar → |
| 1978 | 1788 | Le colporteur | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | The Conquistadores | Victor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1975 | Let Joy Reign Supreme | The Duke of Bourbon | Average | Similar → |
| 1974 | France, Incorporated | The Ideological Drug Addict | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | The Eyes Closed | Yvan | Average | Similar → |
| 1974 | Travail du comédien | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1972 | The French Calvinists | Abraham Mazel | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | Jaune, Le Soleil | David | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | Bye Bye Barbara | Bambi | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | La Question ordinaire | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | Chicken Soup | - | Flop | Similar → |
Gérard Desarthe - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Gérard Desarthe?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Gérard Desarthe is "Notti e nebbie" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Gérard Desarthe acted in?
Gérard Desarthe has been featured in at least 30 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Gérard Desarthe?
Other notable films include "Terrorists in Retirement", "The Nansen Passport", and "The Ponzi Scheme".




