Didier Pain - Actor Profile

Didier Pain

Acting
Freshness: Jan 21, 2026
24Total Films
7.7 Highest Rated
Born: Dec 8, 1947
Birth Place: Charenton-le-Pont, Val-de-Marne, France

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Didier Pain reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 24 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Comedy

The majority of Didier Pain's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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 38% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Didier Pain remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Jean de Florette, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Didier Pain Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Didier Pain's career based on audience ratings.

★7.7
Jean de Florette (1986) movie poster
★7.7

Jean de Florette: In a rural French village, an old man and his only remaining relative cast their covetous eyes on an adjoining vacant pr

Jean de Florette

1986•Drama
★7.6
Manon of the Spring (1986) movie poster
★7.6

Manon of the Spring: In this, the sequel to Jean de Florette, Manon has grown into a beautiful young shepherdess living in the idyllic Proven

Manon of the Spring

1986•Drama
★7.5
Rencontre avec un tueur (2009) movie poster
★7.5

Rencontre avec un tueur:

Rencontre avec un tueur

2009•Drama
★7.3
My Father's Glory (1990) movie poster
★7.3

My Father's Glory: Raised by his science teacher father, Joseph Pagnol, and seamstress mother Augustine, young Marcel grows up during the t

My Father's Glory

1990•Adventure
★7.2
My Mother's Castle (1990) movie poster
★7.2

My Mother's Castle: To his chagrin, young Marcel Pagnol and his family move back to their home in Marseille, France, far from their pastoral

My Mother's Castle

1990•Adventure

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Didier Pain.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2009 No Pasaran Jean Laborde Flop Similar →
2009 Rencontre avec un tueur Paul Dargent Super Hit Similar →
2003 Les Bronzés, le père Noël, papy et les autres Self Flop Similar →
1997 On Guard Passepoil Hit Similar →
1993 Justinien Trouve, or God's Bastard The provost Average Similar →
1993 Lethal Exposure Claude Flop Similar →
1993 The Visitors Louis VI le Gros Hit Similar →
1992 Le Bal des casse-pieds Le client "hétérosexuel" au marché Average Similar →
1991 Mohamed Bertrand-Duval The old "G.O." Flop Similar →
1991 Welcome to Veraz Patron Cafe Flop Similar →
1991 Triplex L'employé solidarité Flop Similar →
1990 My Mother's Castle Uncle Jules Hit Similar →
1990 My Father's Glory Uncle Jules Hit Similar →
1989 My Best Pals Lou Bill Baker Average Similar →
1989 La Vouivre L'homme de l'auberge Flop Similar →
1987 Lady Cops Un flic Flop Similar →
1987 Levy & Goliath Bob Gendron Flop Similar →
1986 The Fugitives Policeman with dog Hit Similar →
1986 Manon of the Spring Eliacin Super Hit Similar →
1986 Nuit d'ivresse SNCF ticket inspector Average Similar →
1986 Jean de Florette Eliacin Super Hit Similar →
1985 Lace 2 Pharmacist Flop Similar →
1985 National Lampoon's European Vacation Video Camera Thief Average Similar →
1984 Marche à l'ombre Nurse Hit Similar →

Didier Pain - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Didier Pain?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Didier Pain is "Jean de Florette" with a rating of 7.7/10.

How many movies has Didier Pain acted in?

Didier Pain has been featured in at least 24 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Didier Pain?

Other notable films include "Manon of the Spring", "Rencontre avec un tueur", and "My Father's Glory".