Émile Genest

Acting

Freshness: Jan 26, 2026

19Total Films

7.7 Highest Rated

Born: Jul 27, 1921

Birth Place: Québec City, Québec, Canada

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Émile Genest reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 19 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Émile Genest'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 26% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Émile Genest remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in In Enemy Country, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Émile Genest Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Émile Genest's career based on audience ratings.

★7.7

★7.7

In Enemy Country: Wartime secret agents are on a mission to destroy a deadly new type of torpedo, hidden in a Nazi stronghold in France.

In Enemy Country

1968•Action

★7.0

★7.0

The Cincinnati Kid: An up-and-coming poker player tries to prove himself in a high-stakes match against a long-time master of the game.

The Cincinnati Kid

1965•Drama

★6.7

★6.7

The Plouffe Family: The lives of the average Quebecois Plouffe family during the final years of the depression and through World War II.

The Plouffe Family

1981•Drama

★6.7

The Incredible Journey (1963) movie poster

★6.7

The Incredible Journey: The story of three pets, a cat and two dogs, who lose their owners when they are all on vacation. Can they find their wa

The Incredible Journey

1963•Adventure

★6.5

★6.5

The King's Pirate: Handsome British officer, Lt. Brian Fleming is sent undercover to infiltrate a lively band of pirates.

The King's Pirate

1967•Adventure

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Émile Genest.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1996	Frankenstein and Me	Judge Ewing	Flop	Similar →
1981	The Plouffe Family	Théophile, le père Plouffe	Hit	Similar →
1979	Us Two	Le chef de police américain	Average	Similar →
1977	Kit Carson and the Mountain Men	Basil LeJeunesse	Flop	Similar →
1973	Kamouraska	Aubergiste	Average	Similar →
1969	Istanbul Express	Henri the Conductor	Flop	Similar →
1968	Don't Just Stand There	Henri	Average	Similar →
1968	The Hell with Heroes	Insp. Bouchard	Flop	Similar →
1968	In Enemy Country	General Grieux (as Emile Genest)	Super Hit	Similar →
1967	The Scorpio Letters	Garin	Flop	Similar →
1967	The King's Pirate	Captain Mission	Hit	Similar →
1965	The Cincinnati Kid	Cajun	Hit	Similar →
1965	The Art of Love	Cesar (uncredited)	Flop	Similar →
1963	The Incredible Journey	John Longridge	Hit	Similar →
1963	Rampage	Schelling	Flop	Similar →
1962	Big Red	Emile Fornet	Average	Similar →
1961	Nikki, Wild Dog of the North	Jacques Lebeau	Average	Similar →
1961	Lord Durham	Louis Gauvreau	Flop	Similar →
1961	Dubois et fils	-	Flop	Similar →

Émile Genest - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Émile Genest?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Émile Genest is "In Enemy Country" with a rating of 7.7/10.

How many movies has Émile Genest acted in?

Émile Genest has been featured in at least 19 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Émile Genest?

Other notable films include "The Cincinnati Kid", "The Plouffe Family", and "The Incredible Journey".