
Natalya Tenyakova
ActingAbout Natalya Tenyakova
Natalya Tenyakova was a Soviet and Russian actress. Despite some early success as the lead of a few high-profile films, she quickly lost interest in the filmmaking process and focused her attention on live theatre, starring in dozens of plays on stage and television to great acclaim. Her signature roles in film include Lida in Elder Sister (1967) and Shura in Love and Pigeons (1985), where she formed a memorable comic duo with her husband and frequent co-star, Sergei Yursky.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Natalya Tenyakova reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 36 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Natalya Tenyakova'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 14% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Natalya Tenyakova remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Thunderstorm Over Belaya, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Natalya Tenyakova Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Natalya Tenyakova's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Natalya Tenyakova.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | The Frenchman | Mariya Kirillovna | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | Handmade Clouds | Old Woman (voice) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | Outside the System | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | The Chairs | la Vieille | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Regarding the Bald Singer... | Mrs. Smith | Flop | Similar → |
| 2006 | Forest | Гурмыжская | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | This Queen of Spades | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | The Gamblers: XXI | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Chernov/Chernov | Tanya, Chernov's wife | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | Swan Song | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | The Widow Steamer | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | The Light Shines in the Darkness | Александра Ивановна Коховцева | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | The Cabal of Hypocrites | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | The Theater of I.S. Turgenev | Наталья Петровна Ислаева / Анна Ильинишна Kaypoвa | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Banquet | Vasily Petrovich's Wife (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | The Stove on Wheels | Ефросинья Сидоровна | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Ship of the Desert | Turtle (voice) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | Love and Pigeons | Grandma Shura | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | Heroines of Ostrovsky's Plays | Фетинья Мироновна Епишкина / Акулина Гавриловна Красавина / Марфа Игнатьевна Кабанова / Пульхерия Андревна Гущина | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves | Фатима | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | Uncle's Dream | Mariya Aleksandrovna | Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | Version | Lyubov Mendeleyeva | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | Colonel Chabert | графиня Ферро | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | The Wife | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1971 | Fiesta | Lady Brett Ashley | Flop | Similar → |
| 1970 | White Hair Urgently Required | Natasha Proskurova | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | Year When I Wasn't Born | Nataliya Sudakova | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | The Golovlevs | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | Our Friends | Antonina Staroselskaya | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | The Death of Vazir Mukhtar | Lenhen Bulgarina | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | Thunderstorm Over Belaya | Sasha | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | Prince Napoleon | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Green Carriage | Varvara Asenkova | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | Elder Sister | Lida | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Dark Lady of the Sonnets | The Dark Lady | Flop | Similar → |
| 1965 | A Long Cat Tale | Alice | Flop | Similar → |
Natalya Tenyakova - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Natalya Tenyakova?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Natalya Tenyakova is "Thunderstorm Over Belaya" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Natalya Tenyakova acted in?
Natalya Tenyakova has been featured in at least 36 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Natalya Tenyakova?
Other notable films include "Forest", "Love and Pigeons", and "Uncle's Dream".




