
Efi Papatheodorou
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Efthymia (Efi) Papatheodorou (Sitaralona Trichonidos, August 26, 1938) is a Greek actress. A student of Dimitris Rontiris, she has co-starred with Elli Lampeti and was a member of the group that started the "Amore Theater". On television, she has participated, among others, in the children's series Tou Koutiou ta Paramythia on ERT and the series Doureios Ippos on ANT1. Despite her 40-year career, an important milestone in her career was her participation in the series Sto Para 5, when her friend Irini Koumarianou suggested her for the role of Theopoula. In 2005, she participated in the Greek-American films The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants and Opa! (Opa!), with the second being filmed in Patmos and other Greek islands. In the same year, she participated in the English TV movie My Family and Other Animals, which was filmed in Corfu and broadcast by the BBC. She also starred in the 1st Season of the TV series My Beloved Neighbors. In 2015, she participated in the remake of the Greek film "The Grooms of Happiness". In 2022, she played Athena in the OPEN series "Erotas figas".
Efi Papatheodorou Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Efi Papatheodorou reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 19 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Efi Papatheodorou's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 21% of Efi Papatheodorou'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 The Ride, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Efi Papatheodorou Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Efi Papatheodorou's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Efi Papatheodorou has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | In the Nick of Time - 20 Years Later | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2025 | Μιλώντας για το Τέλος | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2024 | Minore | Granny | Flop | Similar → |
| 2021 | The Ride | Elli | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Liveloula | Old Lady | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | The Island of Secrets | Thekla | Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | The Winter | Philio | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | 5 Ways 2 Die | Deaf Lady | Flop | Similar → |
| 2012 | Larisa Confidential | Melpo | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Everything Will Be Fine | Elenitsa | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Opa! | 3rd Yaya | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants | Elderly Greek Woman | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | The Road | - | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | Testosterone | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2004 | Quo Vadis? | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2004 | What Will Become of Us | Old Greek | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | The Dress | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | The Charioteer | Mother | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | The Tough Guy | - | Flop | Similar → |
Efi Papatheodorou - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Efi Papatheodorou?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Efi Papatheodorou is "The Ride" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Efi Papatheodorou acted in?
Efi Papatheodorou has been featured in at least 19 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Efi Papatheodorou?
Other notable films include "The Island of Secrets", "The Charioteer", and "The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants".




