Alexander Godunov
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Alexander Borisovich Godunov (Russian: Александр Борисович Годунов; November 28, 1949 – May 18, 1995) was a Russian-American ballet dancer and actor. A member of the Bolshoi Ballet, he became the troupe's Premier danseur. In 1979, he defected to the United States. While continuing to dance, he also began working as a supporting actor in Hollywood films. He had several small but prominent roles in films such as Witness (1985) and Die Hard (1988). Description above from the Wikipedia article Alexander Godunov, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Alexander Godunov Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Alexander Godunov reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 12 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Alexander Godunov's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 33% of Alexander Godunov's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Night of 100 Stars II, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Alexander Godunov Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Alexander Godunov's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Alexander Godunov has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Александр Годунов. Побег за смертью | Self - Артист балета, актер (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | The Zone | Lothar Krasna | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | North | Amish Dad | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | Waxwork II: Lost in Time | Scarabis | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | The Runestone | Sigvaldson, The Clockmaker | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Die Hard | Karl | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | The Money Pit | Max Beissart | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Night of 100 Stars II | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Witness | Daniel Hochleitner | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | 31st of June | Lamison / Bob Taylor | Average | Similar → |
| 1978 | Carmen Suite | Jose | Flop | Similar → |
| 1975 | Anna Karenina | Vronsky | Average | Similar → |
Alexander Godunov - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Alexander Godunov?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Alexander Godunov is "Night of 100 Stars II" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Alexander Godunov acted in?
Alexander Godunov has been featured in at least 12 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Alexander Godunov?
Other notable films include "Die Hard", "Witness", and "The Money Pit".