
Anatoliy Papanov
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Anatoliy D. Papanov (31 October 1922 – 7 August 1987) was a Russian film and theatre actor. Papanov starred in some well-known Soviet films, often together with his friend, Andrei Mironov. Mostly known for his great performances in comedies, he also had serious and dramatic roles, such as that of the political prisoner in Cold Summer of 1953. Anatoli Papanov was named as a People's Artist of the USSR in 1973.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Anatoliy Papanov reveals a career defined by exceptional commercial consistency. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Animation
The majority of Anatoliy Papanov's filmography leans towards the Animation 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 100% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Anatoliy Papanov remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Well, Just You Wait! 6, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Anatoliy Papanov Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Anatoliy Papanov's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Anatoliy Papanov.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | Well, Just You Wait! 18 | Wolf (voice records) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | The Cold Summer of 1953 | «Kopalych», Nikolai Pavlovich Starobogatov, former engineer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Well, Just You Wait! 16 | Wolf | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Well, Just You Wait! 15 | Wolf | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Well, Just You Wait! 14 | Wolf | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Bear - Lime Leg | Волк | Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | Ivan | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Inspector General | Городничий | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | The Flying Ship | Merman [Vodyanoy] (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | Well, Just You Wait! 11 | Wolf | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | Domestic Circumstances | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | Well, Just You Wait! The False Motive | Wolf | Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | Well, Just You Wait! Magic Camera | Wolf | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | Well, Just You Wait! 9 | Wolf | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | One Times One | Ivan Ivanovich Karetnikov | Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Rejuvenating Apples | Grey Wolf / Older brother / Middle brother (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | The Bag Of Apples | The Wolf (voice) / Волк (волк) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | Well, Just You Wait! 6 | Wolf | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | Cuckoo Clock | Lion (voice, uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | Cherished Dream | Grandfather donkey (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | Kolya, Olya and Archimedes | Roman centurion (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Gentlemen of Fortune | шахматист в гостинице | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Allow Take-Off! | Sergei Sakhno | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Well, Just You Wait! 3 | Wolf | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | The Labyrinth | Procrustes (Damastes) (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | How the Donkey Sought Happiness | The Goose (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Adventures of Mowgli: Return to Mankind | Shere Khan (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | The Tale Is Told | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | Adventures of Mowgli: The Fight | Shere Khan (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | Monkey From the Island of Sarugashima | Dragon (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | Well, Just You Wait! 1 | Волк (Wolf) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | In a Country of Undone Homework | Diggers / Polar bear (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | The Diamond Arm | Lyolik | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | A Wilful Princess | The King (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | We Are Looking for a Pram | Street sweeper (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | Virinea | Савелий Магара (священник) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | Adventures of Mowgli: Akela's Last Hunt | Shere Khan (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | In the Thirteenth Hour of the Night | Ovinni | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | The Little Mermaid | Le guide | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | Puss in Boots | Ogre (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | Adventures of Mowgli: The Kidnapping | Shere Khan (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Elephant | крокодил, озвучка | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | Adventures of Mowgli: Raksha | Shere Khan (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Boundary | Zmey Gorynych (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | Beware of the Car! | Семён Васильевич, тесть Семицветова | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | Children of Don Quixote | Pyotr Bondarenko, an obstetrician-gynecologist | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | The Shepherdess and the Chimney Sweep | Goat-footed general-captain-sergeant (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Mother and Stepmother | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Fisher Cat | Bear (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | How Robinson Was Created | редактор журнала «Приключенческое дело» | Super Hit | Similar → |
Anatoliy Papanov - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Anatoliy Papanov?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Anatoliy Papanov is "Well, Just You Wait! 6" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Anatoliy Papanov acted in?
Anatoliy Papanov has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Anatoliy Papanov?
Other notable films include "Well, Just You Wait! 1", "Well, Just You Wait! 11", and "Well, Just You Wait! 15".




