Valentin Plătăreanu

Acting

Freshness: Jan 19, 2026

25Total Films

9.3 Highest Rated

Born: Nov 15, 1936

Birth Place: Bucharest, Romania

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Valentin Plătăreanu reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 25 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Valentin Plătăreanu'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 36% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Valentin Plătăreanu remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Case of Mr. Spalt, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Valentin Plătăreanu Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Valentin Plătăreanu's career based on audience ratings.

★9.3

The Case of Mr. Spalt (1988) movie poster

★9.3

The Case of Mr. Spalt — The filmmaker René Perraudin made five comedic short films with Otto Sander in the leading role and knits them into a fe

The Case of Mr. Spalt

1988

★8.3

★8.3

For Motherland — In 1877 during the Russo-Turkish war the Kingdom of Romania joins the war on Russia's side and declares its independence

For Motherland

1977•History

★7.7

Stephen the Great: Vaslui 1475 (1975) movie poster

★7.7

Stephen the Great: Vaslui 1475 — In 1475 when Stephen the Great, ruler of Moldavia is facing an invading Ottoman army of 120 000 men, the fate of Christi

Stephen the Great: Vaslui 1475

1975•Action

★7.4

★7.4

Enemy at the Gates — A Russian and a German sniper play a game of cat-and-mouse during the Battle of Stalingrad in WWII.

Enemy at the Gates

2001•Drama

★7.3

Your Part of the Blame (1963) movie poster

★7.3

Your Part of the Blame — This movie follows the story of a young man - Mihai Brad, who works for a industrial plant. He reaches a turning point i

Your Part of the Blame

1963•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Valentin Plătăreanu.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2008	Braams - Kein Mord ohne Leiche	Walther Bredow	Flop	Similar →
2007	Reclaim Your Brain	Pegahs Großvater	Hit	Similar →
2006	Offset	Herr Herghelegiu	Average	Similar →
2005	The Fisherman and His Wife	Radu	Average	Similar →
2004	Cowgirl	Gangsterboss	Flop	Similar →
2001	Berlin is in Germany	Victor	Flop	Similar →
2001	Die achte Todsünde: Gespensterjagd	-	Flop	Similar →
2001	Enemy at the Gates	General Schmidt (uncredited)	Hit	Similar →
2001	Ich schenk dir meinen Mann 2	Jaruzlav	Flop	Similar →
1990	Vorwärts	Anwalt	Flop	Similar →
1988	The Case of Mr. Spalt	Wissenschaftler beim KGB	Super Hit	Similar →
1987	Close Up	-	Flop	Similar →
1983	A Swan in Winter	Uică	Hit	Similar →
1982	The Silence of the Deep	The Boy	Average	Similar →
1981	Ana and the Thief	-	Average	Similar →
1981	The Dragonfly Bag	-	Flop	Similar →
1981	Blackmail	-	Hit	Similar →
1981	I have an Idea	Sanda	Flop	Similar →
1979	Ora zero	-	Hit	Similar →
1979	Jachetele galbene	Feneșan	Average	Similar →
1977	For Motherland	Captain Lahovary	Super Hit	Similar →
1977	Oil	Ionescu	Flop	Similar →
1975	The Long Drive	-	Average	Similar →
1975	Stephen the Great: Vaslui 1475	-	Super Hit	Similar →
1963	Your Part of the Blame	Popescu	Hit	Similar →

Valentin Plătăreanu - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Valentin Plătăreanu?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Valentin Plătăreanu is "The Case of Mr. Spalt" with a rating of 9.3/10.

How many movies has Valentin Plătăreanu acted in?

Valentin Plătăreanu has been featured in at least 25 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Valentin Plătăreanu?

Other notable films include "For Motherland", "Stephen the Great: Vaslui 1475", and "Enemy at the Gates".