Jan Svěrák
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Jan Svěrák (Czech pronunciation: [ˈjan ˈsvjɛraːk]) (born 6 February 1965 in Žatec) is a Czech film director. He is the son of screenwriter and actor Zdeněk Svěrák. He studied documentary filmmaking at FAMU. He and his films have received many awards, including the Academy Award, Crystal Globe, Golden Globe Award, and Tokyo Grand Prix. He lives in Prague. Description above from the Wikipedia article Jan Svěrák, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Jan Svěrák Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Jan Svěrák reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 9 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Jan Svěrák's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 44% of Jan Svěrák'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 An Uncertain Season, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Jan Svěrák Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Jan Svěrák's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Jan Svěrák has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Česká reklama: Úsvit kapitalismu | Himself | Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | Guard No. 47 | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | From Subway with Love | číšník | Flop | Similar → |
| 2004 | Daddy | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | Rebels | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | An Ambiguous Report About the End of the World | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Válka barev | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Služební cesta podporučíka Svěráka | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | An Uncertain Season | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
Jan Svěrák - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Jan Svěrák?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jan Svěrák is "An Uncertain Season" with a rating of 7.8/10.
How many movies has Jan Svěrák acted in?
Jan Svěrák has been featured in at least 9 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Jan Svěrák?
Other notable films include "Česká reklama: Úsvit kapitalismu", "Válka barev", and "An Ambiguous Report About the End of the World".