Charles Boyer
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Charles Boyer (28 August 1899 – 26 August 1978) was a French actor who appeared in more than 80 films between 1920 and 1976. After receiving an education in drama, Boyer started on the stage, but he found success in movies during the 1930s. His memorable performances were among the era's most highly praised romantic dramas, Algiers (1938) and Love Affair (1939). Another famous role was in the 1944 mystery-thriller Gaslight. He received four Academy Award nominations for Best Actor.
Charles Boyer Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Charles Boyer reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Charles Boyer's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 62% of Charles Boyer'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 Going Hollywood: The '30s, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Charles Boyer Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Charles Boyer's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Charles Boyer has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 1939: Hollywood's Greatest Year | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Reflections on 'Gaslight' | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Ingrid Bergman Remembered | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | The Casting Couch | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Death In Hollywood | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Going Hollywood: The '30s | (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Stavisky... | Le baron Jean Raoul | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | Hollywood: The Dream Factory | Self (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | The Madwoman of Chaillot | The Broker | Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | Barefoot in the Park | Victor Velasco | Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | Is Paris Burning? | Doctor Monod | Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | How to Steal a Million | Bernard De Solnay | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Fanny | Cesar | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Buccaneer | Dominique You | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Maxime | Maxime Cherpray | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Around the World in 80 Days | Monsieur Gasse | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | What a Woman! | Count Gregorio Sennetti | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Nana | Comte Muffat | Average | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Earrings of Madame de... | Général André de... | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Happy Time | Jacques Bonnard | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | The First Legion | Father Marc Arnoux | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | A Woman's Vengeance | Henry Maurier | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Cluny Brown | Adam Belinski | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Battle of the Rails | Narrator (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | The Fighting Lady | Narrator (French version) | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Gaslight | Gregory Anton | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Flesh and Fantasy | Paul Gaspar (segment 3) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Constant Nymph | Lewis Dodd | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Breakdowns of 1942 | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Tales of Manhattan | Paul Orman | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Little Isles of Freedom | Narrator (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Hold Back the Dawn | Georges Iscovescu | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Back Street | Walter Louis Saxel | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | All This, and Heaven Too | Duc de Praslin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Love Affair | Michel Marnet | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Hollywood Goes to Town | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Algiers | Pepe le Moko | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Orage | André Pascaud | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Tovarich | Prince Mikail Alexandrovitch Ouratieff | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Conquest | Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Romance of Celluloid | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | History Is Made at Night | Paul Dumond | Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | Mayerling | L'archiduc Rodolphe | Average | Similar → |
| 1935 | Shanghai | Dimitri Koslov | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | Private Worlds | Dr. Charles Monet | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Le Bonheur | Philippe Lutcher | Hit | Similar → |
| 1934 | Liliom | Liliom Zadowski | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | Red-Headed Woman | Albert | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Tumultes | Ralph Schwarz | Average | Similar → |
| 1929 | Captain Fracasse | The Duke | Hit | Similar → |
Charles Boyer - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Charles Boyer?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Charles Boyer is "Going Hollywood: The '30s" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Charles Boyer acted in?
Charles Boyer has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Charles Boyer?
Other notable films include "The Casting Couch", "How to Steal a Million", and "The Earrings of Madame de...".