Fréhel

Acting

Freshness: Jan 20, 2026

15Total Films

7.4 Highest Rated

Born: Jul 13, 1891

Birth Place: 17e arrondissement de Paris, France

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Fréhel reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 15 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Fréhel'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 20% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Fréhel remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Story of a Cheat, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Fréhel Movies Ranked

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

★7.4

The Story of a Cheat (1936) movie poster

★7.4

The Story of a Cheat: Life story of a charming scoundrel, with little dialogue other than the star/director's witty narration. As a boy, only

The Story of a Cheat

1936•Comedy

★7.2

★7.2

Pépé le Moko: Pépé le Moko, one of France's most wanted criminals, hides out in the Casbah section of Algiers. He knows police will be

Pépé le Moko

1937•Drama

★6.7

★6.7

Hell of Angels: Abandoned children, left to their own devices and a life of danger, are adopted by a kind man.

Hell of Angels

1941•Drama

★6.0

Une java:

Une java

1939•Drama

★5.8

Berlingot and Company (1939) movie poster

★5.8

Berlingot and Company: François and Victor sell hard candy at the fun fair. They also bring up Gisèle, a one-year-old child they found by the s

Berlingot and Company

1939•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Fréhel.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1950	A Man Walks in the City	Buck's wife	Flop	Similar →
1949	Maya	Notre Mère	Flop	Similar →
1947	L'homme traqué	-	Flop	Similar →
1941	Hell of Angels	La femme de Sulpice	Hit	Similar →
1939	Berlingot and Company	Bohémia	Average	Similar →
1939	Une java	Bar Owner	Average	Similar →
1938	Sirocco	Rosina	Average	Similar →
1938	Street Without Joy	Henriette	Flop	Similar →
1938	Bouquets from Nicholas	Albertine	Flop	Similar →
1937	Gigolette	Singer	Flop	Similar →
1937	Pépé le Moko	Tania	Hit	Similar →
1936	The Story of a Cheat	la rouquine, chanteuse du beuglant	Hit	Similar →
1934	Amok	Singer	Flop	Similar →
1934	Street Without a Name	La Méhoul	Flop	Similar →
1932	Lilac	La Douleur	Average	Similar →

Fréhel - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Fréhel?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Fréhel is "The Story of a Cheat" with a rating of 7.4/10.

How many movies has Fréhel acted in?

Fréhel has been featured in at least 15 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Fréhel?

Other notable films include "Pépé le Moko", "Hell of Angels", and "Une java".