George Josef - Actor Profile

George Josef

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Freshness: Jan 22, 2026
5Total Films
5.6 Highest Rated
Born: Jul 25, 1945
Birth Place: Romania

About George Josef

George Josef (born George Iosef; July 25, 1945 - January 8, 2004) was a Romanian stuntman and actor. He began playing at the age of 11 in a theater play from September 1956 to June 1957 on one of the stages of the National Theater Bucharest, Romania. From 1964 to 1979 he began to approach the cinema as an actor, stuntman and stunt coordinator in various films, both Romanian and foreign productions. In 1979, he moved to Italy and worked in various Italian and English productions. In 1980, he left for Canada where he began his American acting career. He quickly became one of the most sought-after stuntmen and member of the Canadian Stuntmen Guild since 1981. He died on January 8, 2004 in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of George Josef reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 5 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: TV Movie

The majority of George Josef's filmography leans towards the TV Movie 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 0% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), George Josef remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Nightmare at Bittercreek, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best George Josef Movies Ranked

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

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of George Josef.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2002 I Spy Gundars' Posse Flop Similar →
1995 Slam Dunk Ernest Chef Flop Similar →
1994 Avalanche Major Flop Similar →
1992 Dirty Work Phillip Flop Similar →
1988 Nightmare at Bittercreek Tracker #1 Average Similar →

George Josef - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of George Josef?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring George Josef is "Nightmare at Bittercreek" with a rating of 5.6/10.

How many movies has George Josef acted in?

George Josef has been featured in at least 5 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by George Josef?

Other notable films include "I Spy", "Avalanche", and "Slam Dunk Ernest".