Gérard Hernandez - Actor Profile

Gérard Hernandez

Acting
Freshness: Jan 22, 2026
50Total Films
8.2 Highest Rated
Born: Jan 20, 1933
Birth Place: Valladolid, Castilla y León, Spain

About Gérard Hernandez

Julio Gerardo "Gérard" Hernandez (born 20 January 1933) is a Spanish-French actor. Hernandez was born in Valladolid, Spain and was naturalized French only in 1975. He is mostly famous for his mustache and for having voiced several live-action/cartoon characters, including Gonzo in the French dubbed version of The Muppet Show, Professor Moriarty in the French dubbed version of Sherlock Hound, Papa Smurf and Grouchy Smurf in the French dubbed version of The Smurfs (1981) and the film of the same name. In films, he only had supporting roles. He is famous for his collaboration with Jean-Pierre Marielle and Philippe Noiret in the French film Coup de Torchon (1981) directed by Bertrand Tavernier. He was famous on television in the 1970s and 1980s, where he was a regular guest in game shows like Les Jeux de 20 heures on FR3 and L'Académie des neuf on Antenne 2. He also hosted the game show Les Affaires sont les Affaires on Canal+ in the mid-1980s. He has also voiced Franz Sanchez (Robert Davi) in the French dubbed version of James Bond film Licence to Kill (1989). He portrays the regular role of Commissaire Perret in the French TV series Père et Maire from 2002 to 2009. He plays Raymond in the sitcom Scènes de Ménages since 2009 on M6.  Source: Article "Gérard Hernandez" from Wikipedia in English, licensed under CC-BY-SA 3.0.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Gérard Hernandez reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Comedy

The majority of Gérard Hernandez'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 42% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Gérard Hernandez remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Uderzo, sur le divan d'Astérix, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Gérard Hernandez Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Gérard Hernandez's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Gérard Hernandez.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2024 On a volé ma VF Self (archive footage) Super Hit Similar →
2023 Uderzo, sur le divan d'Astérix Self - Actor Super Hit Similar →
2022 La TV des 70's : Quand Giscard était président Self (archive footage) Hit Similar →
2020 Josep Grand-père Serge (voice) Super Hit Similar →
2018 Mystère à l'Élysée Général Richmond Average Similar →
2018 Greetings From Planet Smurf Self - Papa Smurf's Voice Super Hit Similar →
2018 Asterix: The Secret of the Magic Potion Atmosférix (voice) Hit Similar →
2013 Fonzy Ramon Flop Similar →
2001 A Crime in Paradise Jacky Hit Similar →
1998 Bonnes vacances Monsieur Legendre Flop Similar →
1997 La Femme du cosmonaute Klavel Flop Similar →
1996 The Eighth Day (voice) Hit Similar →
1995 Madame Petlet's True Story Sammy Hit Similar →
1991 Robinson and Company Dodo (Voice) Flop Similar →
1990 Trois partout Max Parmegiano Flop Similar →
1988 Les Gauloises blondes Cunillingus Flop Similar →
1988 Sanguines Alvaro Flop Similar →
1988 Les p'tits schtroumpfs Papa Smurf / Grumpy Smurf / Slouchy Smurfling (voice) Average Similar →
1986 Superslob Le serveur couscous Flop Similar →
1986 Banana's Boulevard Barquette Super Hit Similar →
1985 Liberté, égalité, choucroute Le policier du calife Average Similar →
1984 Le bébé schtroumpf Papa Smurf / Grouchy Smurf (voice) Hit Similar →
1984 Comment draguer tous les mecs The paramedic Flop Similar →
1984 Happy Easter Le serveur du restaurant indien Average Similar →
1983 Lucky Luke: Daltons on the Loose Jack Dalton (voice) Average Similar →
1982 Qu'est-ce qui fait craquer les filles... Zerbini Flop Similar →
1981 Coup de Torchon Leonelli Hit Similar →
1981 Prends ta Rolls et va pointer Antonio, Spanish mechanic Flop Similar →
1981 San-Antonio ne pense qu'à ça Le calife Flop Similar →
1981 Signé Furax Asti Spumante Flop Similar →
1980 Rodriguez au pays des merguez Gongormatz Flop Similar →
1980 It's Not Me, It's Him Pottery seller in the souk Flop Similar →
1979 Hothead Bercot, police inspector Hit Similar →
1978 The Small Timers Le directeur de la prison Flop Similar →
1977 Bobby Deerfield Carlos Del Montanaro Average Similar →
1976 The Twelve Tasks of Asterix Vénérable du sommet (voice) Hit Similar →
1976 Le Chasseur de chez Maxim's Hernandez Flop Similar →
1976 Love and Cool Water Ben Flop Similar →
1976 Let's Make a Dirty Movie Restaurateur Flop Similar →
1973 Fantastic Planet Master Taj (voice) Super Hit Similar →
1973 Oh, Sun - Hit Similar →
1969 Tintin and the Temple of the Sun Santa Clara Stationmaster (voice) Hit Similar →
1969 Hibernatus Assistant d'Edouard Lorienbat Hit Similar →
1969 The Brain Policeman in Le Havre (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1966 Les Combinards L'abbé Flop Similar →
1963 Si tous les amoureux du monde... - Flop Similar →
1961 A Man Named Rocca Mine-clearing Prisoner (uncredited) Average Similar →
1960 Le Trou Le détenu à l'infirmerie Super Hit Similar →
1957 Young Girls Beware Guest at the transient hotel (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1955 The Best Part The worker who replaces the storekeeper Hit Similar →

Gérard Hernandez - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Gérard Hernandez?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Gérard Hernandez is "Uderzo, sur le divan d'Astérix" with a rating of 8.2/10.

How many movies has Gérard Hernandez acted in?

Gérard Hernandez has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Gérard Hernandez?

Other notable films include "Greetings From Planet Smurf", "Le Trou", and "On a volé ma VF".