Yannis Economides
DirectingAbout Yannis Economides
Yannis Economides was born in 1967 in Limassol, Cyprus. In 1987 he moved to Athens to study filmmaking. After several short films and documentaries, in 2003 he wrote and directed his first feature film, MATCHBOX. His second feature SOUL KICKING premiered in The International Critics' Week at Cannes Film Festival in 2006 and his third, KNIFER (2010) won seven awards from the Greek Film Academy, including Best Film, Best Director and Best Screenplay. His fourth feature, STRATOS, premiered in the Competition Programme of the 64th Berlin International Film Festival in 2014. For each one of his four feature films, Economides has been honored with the Greek Film Critics Association Award for Best Greek Feature Film of the Year. In October 2016, his first theatrical production premiered at the New Stage of the National Theatre in Athens, with Economides directing his own play SLEEP, STELLA, SLEEP. He has also performed as a supporting actor in several greek films. In 2017 he had a small but crucial part in Fatih Akin's latest film, "In the Fade".
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Yannis Economides reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 10 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Yannis Economides'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 50% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Yannis Economides remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in From The Balcony, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Yannis Economides Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Yannis Economides's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Yannis Economides.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Patty Is Such a Girly Name | Cook | Flop | Similar → |
| 2022 | From The Balcony | Stelios | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | Amercement | Supervisor at Vangelis' Building | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | Go For Broke | Μιχάλης | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | In the Fade | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Suntan | Johnny | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | Directing Hell | - | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | Wasted Youth | service manager | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | Boobheads | Prison Warden | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Ki An Fygo Tha Ksanartho | Takis | Hit | Similar → |
Yannis Economides - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Yannis Economides?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Yannis Economides is "From The Balcony" with a rating of 8.5/10.
How many movies has Yannis Economides acted in?
Yannis Economides has been featured in at least 10 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Yannis Economides?
Other notable films include "Go For Broke", "Boobheads", and "Ki An Fygo Tha Ksanartho".