Ahmad Najafi
ActingAbout Ahmad Najafi
Ahmad Nadjafi Shoushtari (Persian: احمد نجفی شوشتری, born 1948 in Khorramshahr, Iran) is an Iranian actor, producer, and TV host. He has a B.A. in Economics from the Woodbury University in Burbank, California. In 1976, he entered cinema by assisting Massoud Kimiayee in Ghazal. In 1976, he founded a movie distributing company in U.S., and he was the vice-president of IRIB2, distributing manager of "Tel film". He was also the chairman of IRIB in America and the vice-president of "free film making" (Kargah Aazaad Filmsazi) studio; he has also founded "7th art" studio. He hosted the TV show "Sandali Dagh".
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Ahmad Najafi reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 13 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Ahmad Najafi'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 15% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Ahmad Najafi remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Twelve Seats, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Ahmad Najafi Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Ahmad Najafi's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Ahmad Najafi.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | The Twelve Seats | Drago | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Fitileh va mah pishoni | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Whirpool | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Octopus | Homayoun Khan (Amoo Jan) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | Somewhere Else | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | Twilight | Darbandi | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | Killing Mad Dogs | Nayeri | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | Cardboard Hotel | Bahram Adib | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | Help Me | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Tavarish | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Refugee | Zapata | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | The Sergeant | Sgt. Rostam Darre Kalaye | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Snake's Fang | Ahmad | Flop | Similar → |
Ahmad Najafi - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Ahmad Najafi?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ahmad Najafi is "The Twelve Seats" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Ahmad Najafi acted in?
Ahmad Najafi has been featured in at least 13 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Ahmad Najafi?
Other notable films include "Twilight", "Killing Mad Dogs", and "Snake's Fang".