Václav Marhoul
DirectingAbout Václav Marhoul
Václav Marhoul (Czech: [ˈvaːtslaf ˈmarɦoul]; born 30 January 1960; Prague) is a Czech film director, screenwriter and actor. He studied at Prague's FAMU, graduating in 1984. He directed his first film Mazaný Filip, based on Raymond Chandler's books, in 2003. In 2008, his second film Tobruk was premiered. His next film The Painted Bird, based on Jerzy Kosiński's novel of the same title, premiered at the 76th Venice International Film Festival. He also starred in several films such as Gympl (2007), Ulovit miliardáře (2009) and Cesta do lesa (2012). He is set to make his English-language debut with a biographical film about Joseph McCarthy, with Michael Shannon in the lead role, and co-starring Emilia Clarke, Dane DeHaan and Scoot McNairy.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Václav Marhoul reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 8 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Documentary
The majority of Václav Marhoul's filmography leans towards the Documentary 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 25% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Václav Marhoul remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Tajemství Divadla Sklep aneb Manuál na záchranu světa, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Václav Marhoul Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Václav Marhoul's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Václav Marhoul.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 40 rolí | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2023 | Kouzelný kopec | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2020 | 11 Colours of the Bird | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Tajemství Divadla Sklep aneb Manuál na záchranu světa | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | The Gnome | Detective | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | Rána z milosti | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Amerika | Barman 1 | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Horror Story | Man | Average | Similar → |
Václav Marhoul - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Václav Marhoul?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Václav Marhoul is "Tajemství Divadla Sklep aneb Manuál na záchranu světa" with a rating of 7.5/10.
How many movies has Václav Marhoul acted in?
Václav Marhoul has been featured in at least 8 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Václav Marhoul?
Other notable films include "11 Colours of the Bird", "Horror Story", and "The Gnome".