Isseu Niang

Acting

Freshness: Jan 22, 2026

11Total Films

7.3 Highest Rated

Born: Sep 25, 1938

Birth Place: Dakar, Senegal

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Isseu Niang reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 11 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Comedy

The majority of Isseu Niang'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 36% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Isseu Niang remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Kirikou and the Sorceress, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Isseu Niang Movies Ranked

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

★7.3

Kirikou and the Sorceress (1998) movie poster

★7.3

Kirikou and the Sorceress: Drawn from elements of West African folk tales, it depicts how a newborn boy, Kirikou, saves his village from the evil w

Kirikou and the Sorceress

1998•Fantasy

★7.0

★7.0

Mandabi: A money order from a relative in Paris throws the life of a Senegalese family man out of order. He deals with corruption

Mandabi

1968•Comedy

★6.7

★6.7

TGV: The TGV? No, it is not the famous French high-speed train, but instead the rickety and colourful bus operated, driven, r

TGV

1998•Comedy

★6.6

★6.6

Mossane: A beautiful 14-year-old girl has just reached marriageable age in a village in Senegal. She has many suitors; however,

Mossane

1996•Drama

★6.0

★6.0

Rocking Poponguine: A tale of growing up in 1960s Senegal. Bacc narrates his early years of living in Popenguine, a town divided by culture

Rocking Poponguine

1994•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Isseu Niang.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1999	Even the Wind	-	Flop	Similar →
1998	Kirikou and the Sorceress	La femme maigre	Hit	Similar →
1998	TGV	-	Hit	Similar →
1996	Mossane	Mère Mingué Diouf	Hit	Similar →
1994	Rocking Poponguine	Dame Castilor	Average	Similar →
1982	Le Certificat	-	Flop	Similar →
1981	Under House Arrest	-	Flop	Similar →
1974	The Bronze Bracelet	-	Flop	Similar →
1972	Lambaaye	-	Flop	Similar →
1970	Diegue-Bi	-	Flop	Similar →
1968	Mandabi	Aram the Second Wife	Hit	Similar →

Isseu Niang - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Isseu Niang?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Isseu Niang is "Kirikou and the Sorceress" with a rating of 7.3/10.

How many movies has Isseu Niang acted in?

Isseu Niang has been featured in at least 11 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Isseu Niang?

Other notable films include "Mandabi", "TGV", and "Mossane".