André Penvern - Actor Profile

André Penvern

Acting
Updated: Apr 11, 2026
50Total Films
8.5 Highest Rated
Born: Nov 26, 1947
Birth Place: Sèvres, Seine-et-Oise [now Hauts-de-Seine], France

About André Penvern

André Penvern is a French actor born in Sèvres. At age 17, he began working with National Drama Centers. He went from small parts to stage manager, sound and lightning designer, etc. His meeting with Margot Capelier, casting director, was crucial for him. She introduced him to Fred Zinnemann Otto Preminger John Frankenheimer, Gérard Oury. He alternates between theater and television, encountering Jean Marboeuf Alain Bonnot, Philippe de Broca, Olivier Dahan.

André Penvern Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of André Penvern reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of André Penvern's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 36% of André Penvern'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 Louis XVI, l'homme qui ne voulait pas être roi, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best André Penvern Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from André Penvern's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie André Penvern has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2025 Open Season 2 André Average Similar →
2024 This Is the Goat! Le juge Flop Similar →
2023 Open Season André, doctor Average Similar →
2022 Champagne ! André Flop Similar →
2022 C'est magnifique ! Raymond Average Similar →
2022 Building Versailles: A King’s Obsession For Magnificence | Rise & Fall Of Versailles | Real Royalty Maurepas Average Similar →
2018 The Happy Prince Monsieur Dupoirier Average Similar →
2018 Belle and Sebastian 3: The Last Chapter Urbain, the mayor Hit Similar →
2014 Grace of Monaco Charles de Gaulle Average Similar →
2014 The Man Who Knew a Lot Mister Beranger Average Similar →
2014 Baby Phone Hubert Flop Similar →
2013 Kramer contre Kramer Sam / The Butler / Shaunessy / The Pub Manager Super Hit Similar →
2012 Paulette Walter Hit Similar →
2012 La Victoire au bout du bâton Marcel Hit Similar →
2012 Ducoboo 2: Crazy Vacation Antoine Ferchereau Flop Similar →
2012 Le Chef Le père de Béatrice Average Similar →
2011 Louis XVI, l'homme qui ne voulait pas être roi Maurepas Super Hit Similar →
2010 L'appel du 18 juin Maxime Weygand Flop Similar →
2009 Inglourious Basterds Old French Veterinarian Super Hit Similar →
2008 Behind the Walls Mr Luve Average Similar →
2008 Black Butterfly Le Procureur Hit Similar →
2007 La Vie en Rose Jacques Canetti Hit Similar →
2006 The Poisoner Professor Boiledieu Super Hit Similar →
2004 Crimson Rivers II: Angels of the Apocalypse Père Dominique Average Similar →
2001 Vidocq Veraldi Average Similar →
1999 Brigade des mineurs Ganasse Super Hit Similar →
1999 Les Parasites Albert Wurtz Average Similar →
1998 L'Alambic Le Maire Super Hit Similar →
1997 Oranges Amères Gosset Average Similar →
1994 Prêt-à-Porter Hotel Clerk Flop Similar →
1993 Pétain Alibert Average Similar →
1992 La Vie de Bohème Police Inspector Super Hit Similar →
1988 Dirty Rotten Scoundrels Waiter on the Train Hit Similar →
1987 The Cruel Embrace Micho Average Similar →
1985 The Holcroft Covenant Frederick Leger Average Similar →
1984 Cheech & Chong's The Corsican Brothers Courtier I Flop Similar →
1981 Quand tu seras débloqué... fais-moi signe ! Jean-Michel, le mari d'Odette Flop Similar →
1980 The Little Mermaid Un ami de Georges Average Similar →
1980 L'entourloupe Hansel Flop Similar →
1978 Too Shy to Try Un homme (uncredited) Average Similar →
1977 The Seventh Company Outdoors Apparition (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1977 Animal Stanislas, le directeur de production Average Similar →
1977 March or Die 'Top Hat' Average Similar →
1977 Herbie Goes to Monte Carlo French Policeman (uncredited) Average Similar →
1976 The Tenant Cafe waiter Super Hit Similar →
1975 French Connection II Bartender Hit Similar →
1973 The Mad Adventures of Rabbi Jacob Assistant to Andréani Hit Similar →
1973 The Day of the Jackal Policeman at Tulle Station Super Hit Similar →
1972 Scoundrel in White (non crédité) Flop Similar →
1971 Someone Behind the Door Intern Flop Similar →

André Penvern - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of André Penvern?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring André Penvern is "Louis XVI, l'homme qui ne voulait pas être roi" with a rating of 8.5/10.

How many movies has André Penvern acted in?

André Penvern has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by André Penvern?

Other notable films include "Inglourious Basterds", "Kramer contre Kramer", and "Brigade des mineurs".

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