Valentina Kovel

Acting

Freshness: Jan 22, 2026

27Total Films

10.0 Highest Rated

Born: Jan 23, 1923

Birth Place: Petrograd, Russian SFSR

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Valentina Kovel reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 27 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Valentina Kovel'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 19% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Valentina Kovel remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Energetic People, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Valentina Kovel Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Valentina Kovel's career based on audience ratings.

★10.0

★10.0

Energetic People: The heroes of Shukshin's play are indeed energetic people in the full sense of the word. Jacks of all trades, quick-witt

Energetic People

1989•Comedy

★7.9

★7.9

Heart of a Dog: "Heart of a Dog" is a Soviet film adaptation of Mikhail Bulgakov’s iconic novella. Set in 1920s Moscow, it tells the sat

Heart of a Dog

1988•Drama

★7.0

Maigret and the Man on the Bench:

Maigret and the Man on the Bench

1981•Mystery

★6.8

★6.8

Russian Symphony: The protagonist finds out that some children were left behind in a sinking school, and is slowly driven mad as he tries

Russian Symphony

1994•Drama

★6.7

★6.7

In Broad Daylight: A group of friends, including Mukhin, a furniture factory worker, with his wife and son, go out on a day off. There are

In Broad Daylight

1983•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Valentina Kovel.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1994	The Wheel of Love	koldunya Klara	Flop	Similar →
1994	Russian Symphony	-	Hit	Similar →
1994	The Year of the Dog	-	Flop	Similar →
1993	Good Luck, Gentlemen!	-	Flop	Similar →
1992	Short Breath of Love	-	Flop	Similar →
1992	Spawn of Hell	fellow-traveller	Flop	Similar →
1989	Energetic People	Вера Сергеевна	Super Hit	Similar →
1989	The Story of a Horse	-	Flop	Similar →
1988	Heart of a Dog	-	Super Hit	Similar →
1986	The Pickwick Club	-	Flop	Similar →
1986	Криминальный талант	Анна Карпова (уборщица в НИИ)	Flop	Similar →
1984	The Scoundrel, or Running On the Spot	коллега Любомудрова Маргарита	Flop	Similar →
1983	In Broad Daylight	-	Hit	Similar →
1983	The Highway	Татьяна Алексеевна	Average	Similar →
1981	Three Times About Love	-	Average	Similar →
1981	Maigret and the Man on the Bench	Madame Zhibon	Hit	Similar →
1978	Khanuma	-	Flop	Similar →
1976	I Wish to Speak	Tatyana	Average	Similar →
1976	A Funny Dream, or Laughter and Tears	Kargan / Queen of Spades	Flop	Similar →
1971	Are You Kidding?	-	Flop	Similar →
1969	The Truth! Nothing But the Truth!	-	Flop	Similar →
1968	Valentin Kataev's Humoresque	жена	Flop	Similar →
1968	Prince Napoleon	-	Flop	Similar →
1967	The Green Carriage	Actress	Average	Similar →
1965	Life of Galileo	-	Flop	Similar →
1960	The Third, Pathetic	-	Flop	Similar →
1957	Next to Us	(uncredited)	Flop	Similar →

Valentina Kovel - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Valentina Kovel?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Valentina Kovel is "Energetic People" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Valentina Kovel acted in?

Valentina Kovel has been featured in at least 27 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Valentina Kovel?

Other notable films include "Heart of a Dog", "Maigret and the Man on the Bench", and "Russian Symphony".