Hristos Simardanis
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Christos Simardanis (Alexandria, 21 March 1957—Athens, 12 March 2018) was a Greek actor and announcer. He was born in Alexandria, Egypt and lived there until the age of 6. He studied acting at the Central School of Speech and Drama in London. He had declared himself an atheist, homosexual and a KKE voter. He died of cancer at the age of 60 on 12 March 2018 in Athens. He participated in dozens of film and television productions, but was also active in the theater. Among other things, he became extremely well-known for his announcements in television and radio commercials. For 19 years (until 2012), he was the distinctive voice of the advertising messages of the Mega television station, while he also voiced hundreds of product promotional commercials. He also had charitable activities and carried out the non-profit voiceover of many messages of a social nature.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Hristos Simardanis reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 17 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Hristos Simardanis's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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 24% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Hristos Simardanis remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Waiting Room, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Hristos Simardanis Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Hristos Simardanis's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Hristos Simardanis.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Following the Traces of the Εphemeral | Voice (Archive Footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | Waiting Room | Mesitis | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | The Policeman of the 16th Precinct | Police Commander Efstathios Sotiriou | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | The Bubble | Peris | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | Crying... Silicon Tears | Ntenis | Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | 1940-41: Greece, the First Victory | Narrator | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | Safe Sex | stage designer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | Girl With the Suitcases | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Skian skias periegrapsa | Narrator (voice) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | In the Shadow of Fear | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Witches | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Olympus Force: The Key | Music Shop Assistant | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Living Dangerously | Prosecutor #2 | Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Caravan Serai | Reporter | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Stone Years | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | To kolie | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | The Love of Ulysses | Cook | Flop | Similar → |
Hristos Simardanis - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Hristos Simardanis?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Hristos Simardanis is "Waiting Room" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Hristos Simardanis acted in?
Hristos Simardanis has been featured in at least 17 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Hristos Simardanis?
Other notable films include "Crying... Silicon Tears", "Safe Sex", and "Living Dangerously".