Malek Kateb - Actor Profile

Malek Kateb

Acting
Freshness: Jan 26, 2026
11Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Jan 9, 1942
Birth Place: Algeria

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Malek Kateb 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: Drama

The majority of Malek Kateb'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 45% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Malek Kateb remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Étoile aux dents ou Poulou le magnifique, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Malek Kateb Movies Ranked

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

★10.0
Étoile aux dents ou Poulou le magnifique (1971) movie poster
★10.0

Étoile aux dents ou Poulou le magnifique: In the 70s, in the Goutte d'or district, three friends of Algerian origin: Poulou, a failed boxer, Amar, the clumsiest o

Étoile aux dents ou Poulou le magnifique

1971•Drama
★7.7
The Outlaws (1969) movie poster
★7.7

The Outlaws: In prison in colonial Algeria, shortly after the end of the Second World War, three indigenous cellmates make out. Once

The Outlaws

1969•Drama
★7.4
The Mad Adventures of Rabbi Jacob (1973) movie poster
★7.4

The Mad Adventures of Rabbi Jacob: In this riot of frantic disguises and mistaken identities, Victor Pivert, a blustering, bigoted French factory owner, fi

The Mad Adventures of Rabbi Jacob

1973•Comedy
★6.8
Brothers in Arms (1989) movie poster
★6.8

Brothers in Arms: Simon, a Jewish police inspector, arrests Karim, a Muslim, in the bust of a drug smuggling cargo ship, only to realize t

Brothers in Arms

1989•Thriller
★6.8
French Connection II (1975) movie poster
★6.8

French Connection II: "Popeye" Doyle travels to Marseilles to find Alain Charnier, the drug smuggler that eluded him in New York.

French Connection II

1975•Action

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Malek Kateb.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1998 Melody for a Hustler Moussa Flop Similar →
1996 Salut cousin ! - Flop Similar →
1995 Douce France Cafe owner Flop Similar →
1989 Brothers in Arms Ambassador Hit Similar →
1988 Le Testament d'un poète juif assassiné Dr. Mozliak Flop Similar →
1987 Le Passager du Tassili Aboub Atomic Flop Similar →
1982 The Big Pardon Bouli Average Similar →
1975 French Connection II Algerian Chief Hit Similar →
1973 The Mad Adventures of Rabbi Jacob Aziz, Farès henchman Hit Similar →
1971 Étoile aux dents ou Poulou le magnifique Poulou Super Hit Similar →
1969 The Outlaws Brahim Super Hit Similar →

Malek Kateb - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Malek Kateb?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Malek Kateb is "Étoile aux dents ou Poulou le magnifique" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Malek Kateb acted in?

Malek Kateb has been featured in at least 11 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Malek Kateb?

Other notable films include "The Outlaws", "The Mad Adventures of Rabbi Jacob", and "Brothers in Arms".