Antoine Saint-John
ActingAbout Antoine Saint-John
Born in Avignon, France, he found work as a stage actor until the early 1970s, when he began working on films. His most famous role was in John Milius's historical epic The Wind and the Lion (1975), where he played a German colonel. He also appeared, playing similar characters, in the Spaghetti Westerns A Fistful of Dynamite (1971) and My Name is Nobody (1973). He also appeared as the zombified artist Schweick in Lucio Fulci's cult horror film The Beyond (1981). He spoke fluent English and German.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Antoine Saint-John reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 13 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Antoine Saint-John'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 62% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Antoine Saint-John remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Duck, You Sucker, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Antoine Saint-John Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Antoine Saint-John's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Antoine Saint-John.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | FantastiCozzi | (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | Cross | Le premier kidnappeur | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Ginger and Fred | (credit only) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | The Beyond | Schweick | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | The Old Gun | Le soldat allemand tué dans la cuisine | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Mad Enough to Kill | Marcellin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | The Wind and the Lion | Von Roerkel | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | The Killer Must Kill Again | Killer | Average | Similar → |
| 1974 | The Secret | Gardien | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | My Name Is Nobody | Scape | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | All the Way Boys | One of Mr. Ears gang | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Duck, You Sucker | Col. Günther Reza | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | The Big Black Sow | - | Flop | Similar → |
Antoine Saint-John - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Antoine Saint-John?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Antoine Saint-John is "Duck, You Sucker" with a rating of 7.7/10.
How many movies has Antoine Saint-John acted in?
Antoine Saint-John has been featured in at least 13 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Antoine Saint-John?
Other notable films include "The Old Gun", "My Name Is Nobody", and "The Beyond".