Jean Franval - Actor Profile

Jean Franval

Acting
Updated: Apr 18, 2026
41Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Nov 7, 1926
Birth Place: Tarascon, France

Jean Franval Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Jean Franval reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 41 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Jean Franval's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 22% of Jean Franval'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 Le Grand Fossé, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Jean Franval Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Jean Franval's career based on audience ratings.

★10.0
Le Grand Fossé (1980) movie poster
★10.0

Le Grand Fossé:

Le Grand Fossé

1980•Drama
★7.6
Le Cercle Rouge (1970) movie poster
★7.6

Le Cercle Rouge: When French criminal Corey gets released from prison, he resolves to never return. He is quickly pulled back into the un

Le Cercle Rouge

1970•Crime
★7.1
Diary of a Chambermaid (1964) movie poster
★7.1

Diary of a Chambermaid: Celestine has a new job as a chambermaid for the quirky M. Monteil, his wife and her father. When the father dies, Celes

Diary of a Chambermaid

1964•Drama
★7.0
Black Jack (1979) movie poster
★7.0

Black Jack: When honest young Tolly is forced on the run with ‘Black Jack’, a villainous ruffian, adventure and mishap are never far

Black Jack

1979•Adventure
★7.0
A Pain in the Ass (1973) movie poster
★7.0

A Pain in the Ass: Ralf Milan, a hitman, arrives in Montpellier to kill an important witness. He checks in a hotel without knowing that his

A Pain in the Ass

1973•Comedy

Full Filmography

Every movie Jean Franval has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1985 The Souvenir Shop Joseph Flop Similar →
1984 Le crime de la maison Grun Wotan Grün) Flop Similar →
1984 The Judge Pinacchio Hit Similar →
1982 Transit Pépé Flop Similar →
1981 Fais gaffe à la gaffe ! Restaurateur Flop Similar →
1980 The Little Mermaid Harcour Average Similar →
1980 Le Grand Fossé - Super Hit Similar →
1979 La Main coupée Rossi Flop Similar →
1979 Black Jack Black Jack Hit Similar →
1976 Maidens of the Dormitory - Flop Similar →
1973 La Ligne de démarcation Le Marseillais Average Similar →
1973 A Pain in the Ass Truck driver Hit Similar →
1973 Killing in the Sun - Average Similar →
1973 The Insolent Commissioner Flop Similar →
1972 The Grand Duke's New Clothes Le chambellan Flop Similar →
1972 The Valley Without Spring Sandoz father Flop Similar →
1972 The Annuity - Hit Similar →
1971 Fight in Vain Camenfort Flop Similar →
1971 Law Breakers Sabatier (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1971 The Granddaughter's Model Pinko, painter Flop Similar →
1971 The Donkey of Zigliara Mayor of Zigliara Average Similar →
1970 Le Cercle Rouge Hotel keeper Super Hit Similar →
1970 Happy He Who Like Ulysses - Hit Similar →
1970 Clock Head - Flop Similar →
1970 Time of the Wolves S.N.C.F. employee Flop Similar →
1968 The Black Hand Mechanic Flop Similar →
1967 The Madman of Lab Four DST inspector Average Similar →
1967 Million Dollar Man Larrieux Average Similar →
1967 Law of Survival Le jardinier Flop Similar →
1967 Deux Romains en Gaule Un ancien combattant gaulois Hit Similar →
1967 Huckleberry Finn Doctor Robinson Flop Similar →
1966 Un mois à la campagne Bolchinstov Flop Similar →
1966 Funny Money - Flop Similar →
1965 La Belle Jardinière Le Géant Flop Similar →
1964 Requiem pour un caïd Inspector Average Similar →
1964 Diary of a Chambermaid Le facteur Hit Similar →
1964 In the Affirmative Un policier Flop Similar →
1963 Where Are You From, Johnny? L'ancien Flop Similar →
1961 Cocagne Regular at the bistro Flop Similar →
1961 A Martian in Paris An inspector (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1958 Happy Arenas - Flop Similar →

Jean Franval - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Jean Franval?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jean Franval is "Le Grand Fossé" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Jean Franval acted in?

Jean Franval has been featured in at least 41 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Jean Franval?

Other notable films include "Le Cercle Rouge", "Diary of a Chambermaid", and "Black Jack".

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