James Thierrée

Acting

Freshness: Jan 19, 2026

27Total Films

10.0 Highest Rated

Born: May 2, 1974

Birth Place: Lausanne, Vaud, Switzerland

About James Thierrée

Brother of Aurélia Thiérrée Son of Victoria Chaplin and Jean-Baptiste Thiérrée. Grandson of Charles Chaplin and Oona Chaplin.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of James Thierrée reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 27 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of James Thierrée'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 41% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), James Thierrée remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in 365 Day Project, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best James Thierrée Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from James Thierrée's career based on audience ratings.

★10.0

★10.0

365 Day Project — This exhibition focuses on Jonas Mekas’ 365 Day Project, a succession of films and videos in calendar form. Every day as

365 Day Project

2007•Documentary

★10.0

The Girl in the Watermelon (1994) movie poster

★10.0

The Girl in the Watermelon — A girl looking for her father finds families she needs.

The Girl in the Watermelon

1994•Comedy

★8.0

★8.0

Carmen — Carmen, a bonobo female, flees from the research center in linguistics where she is being kept. She takes refuge at a yo

Carmen

2005•Drama

★7.2

★7.2

La Belle Verte — As part of an intergalactic coalition, a well-meaning space alien volunteers to bring a message of self-actualization an

La Belle Verte

1996•Comedy

★6.8

★6.8

Chocolat — Chocolat the clown, the first black stage performer in France, goes from anonymity to fame after forming an unprecedente

Chocolat

2016•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of James Thierrée.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2020	The Other	Paul	Hit	Similar →
2018	The Emperor of Paris	The Duke	Average	Similar →
2016	Chocolat	George Footit	Hit	Similar →
2013	Love Battles	Lui	Average	Similar →
2011	See How They Dance	Victor 'Vic' Clément	Flop	Similar →
2009	Freedom	Taloche	Hit	Similar →
2007	365 Day Project	Self	Super Hit	Similar →
2007	The Vanishing Point	Vincent	Average	Similar →
2007	Au revoir parapluie	-	Flop	Similar →
2006	Twice Upon a Time	Paul Gaylord	Average	Similar →
2005	Bye Bye Blackbird	Josef	Flop	Similar →
2005	La veillée des abysses	Self	Flop	Similar →
2005	Carmen	Mercier	Super Hit	Similar →
2004	Rien, voilà l'ordre	-	Flop	Similar →
2003	3 Women	Enrico	Flop	Similar →
2003	Three Men and a Cradle - 18 Years Later	Arthur	Flop	Similar →
2001	A Long Long Long Night of Love	Gabriele	Flop	Similar →
2000	Vatel	Duc de Longueville	Average	Similar →
1999	Appassionate	-	Flop	Similar →
1998	La Symphonie du hanneton	Le dormeur	Flop	Similar →
1997	On Guard	Marcello	Hit	Similar →
1997	Genealogies of a Crime	Le jeune comédien américain	Hit	Similar →
1996	La Belle Verte	Mesaje	Hit	Similar →
1995	Total Eclipse	Frederic	Average	Similar →
1994	The Girl in the Watermelon	Matt Carrere	Super Hit	Similar →
1993	Stefano Quantestorie	Stefano at 17	Hit	Similar →
1991	Prospero's Books	Ariel	Hit	Similar →

James Thierrée - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of James Thierrée?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring James Thierrée is "365 Day Project" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has James Thierrée acted in?

James Thierrée has been featured in at least 27 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by James Thierrée?

Other notable films include "The Girl in the Watermelon", "Carmen", and "La Belle Verte".