Xavier Saint-Macary - Actor Profile

Xavier Saint-Macary

Acting
Updated: May 14, 2026
22Total Films
9.0 Highest Rated
Born: Jun 7, 1948
Birth Place: Orléans, Loiret, France

About Xavier Saint-Macary

Après des études au cours Simon, il devient célèbre en 1973 pour son rôle de l'amant de Jean-Pierre Aumont dans La Nuit américaine de François Truffaut. La même année, il joue le comte de Guiche aux côtes de Claude Jade (Louise de La Vallière) dans Le Château perdu. En 1979, il est Martin dans Martin et Léa d'Alain Cavalier. En 1981, il interprète Ronald dans Les hommes préfèrent les grosses de Jean-Marie Poiré. Il retrouve François Truffaut en 1983 pour Vivement dimanche ! dans le rôle de Bertrand Fabre, l'ex-époux de Fanny Ardant. Le réalisateur Patrice Leconte le fait tourner aux côtés de Michel Blanc et Anémonedans Ma femme s'appelle reviens (1982). Il est également le mari de Danièle Évenou dans la série télévisée Marie-Pervenche (1984-1986). Sa dernière apparition a lieu en 1988 dans Quelques jours avec moi de Claude Sautet. Il meurt d'une crise cardiaque le 13 mars 1988 à Paris, peu avant ses 40 ans.

Xavier Saint-Macary Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Xavier Saint-Macary reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 22 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 23% of Xavier Saint-Macary'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 L'Apprentissage de la ville, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Xavier Saint-Macary Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Xavier Saint-Macary's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Xavier Saint-Macary has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1989 L'Amuse-gueule - Flop Similar →
1988 A Few Days with Me Paul Average Similar →
1986 Le Débutant Philippe Rivière Flop Similar →
1985 Detective Accountant Flop Similar →
1985 Enquête sur une parole donnée : La lettre perdue Ranjard et Manuel Flop Similar →
1983 Outward Signs of Wealth Bianchi, couturier Average Similar →
1983 Confidentially Yours Bertrand Fabre Hit Similar →
1982 Short Memory Le mari de Judith Flop Similar →
1982 Singles Philippe Flop Similar →
1982 L'Apprentissage de la ville Atal Super Hit Similar →
1980 Loulou Bernard Average Similar →
1979 This Answering Service Takes No Messages L'homme Average Similar →
1979 Us Two Le détective Average Similar →
1979 Martin and Lea Martin Average Similar →
1979 The Skirt Chaser Georges Jussieu Average Similar →
1977 Why Not! Paul, le playboy Average Similar →
1977 Animal Le chauffeur de Saint-Prix Average Similar →
1977 Tell Her That I Love Her Michel Barbet Hit Similar →
1977 Herbie Goes to Monte Carlo Detective Fontenoy Average Similar →
1976 Fill 'er Up with Super Philippe Average Similar →
1973 Day for Night Christian Super Hit Similar →
1973 Le Château perdu Comte de Guiche Super Hit Similar →

Xavier Saint-Macary - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Xavier Saint-Macary?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Xavier Saint-Macary is "L'Apprentissage de la ville" with a rating of 9.0/10.

How many movies has Xavier Saint-Macary acted in?

Xavier Saint-Macary has been featured in at least 22 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Xavier Saint-Macary?

Other notable films include "Le Château perdu", "Day for Night", and "Confidentially Yours".

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