Jean-Michel Balthazar - Actor Profile

Jean-Michel Balthazar

Acting
Freshness: Jan 30, 2026
25Total Films
7.8 Highest Rated

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Jean-Michel Balthazar reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 25 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Jean-Michel Balthazar'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 24% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Jean-Michel Balthazar remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Aquaticans, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Jean-Michel Balthazar Movies Ranked

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

★7.8
Aquaticans (2021) movie poster
★7.8

Aquaticans: In the near future, huge tidal surges cover large portions of coastal areas. In a small town, a couple refuses to leave

Aquaticans

2021•Fantasy
★7.6
J’aime la vie (2023) movie poster
★7.6

J’aime la vie: Separated from her brothers as a child, the now cancer-ridden Mira desperately needs to re-establish the family she has

J’aime la vie

2023•Drama
★7.2
La Promesse (1996) movie poster
★7.2

La Promesse: Igor, aged 15, and his father Roger deal in housing and peddling illicit labor in the outlying districts of Liege, Belgi

La Promesse

1996•Drama
★7.1
The Child (2005) movie poster
★7.1

The Child: A poor young Belgian mother wants her petty thief of a boyfriend to be gainfully employed to raise their newborn child,

The Child

2005•Drama
★6.9
The Ax (2005) movie poster
★6.9

The Ax: Bruno is a former paper mill worker who has been unemployed for three years. Concluding that there is too much competiti

The Ax

2005•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Jean-Michel Balthazar.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2024 Résidence - Flop Similar →
2024 Headwind - Average Similar →
2023 J’aime la vie Armand Super Hit Similar →
2023 Drôle d'Oiseau Henri Flop Similar →
2021 Aquaticans Le père Super Hit Similar →
2019 Plein la vue Contrôleur Average Similar →
2018 My Planet Henri Average Similar →
2018 The Most Assassinated Woman in the World Paul Flop Similar →
2018 Hannah Chris Average Similar →
2017 Calamity Lucien Flop Similar →
2016 The Unknown Girl The diabetic patient Average Similar →
2016 The African Doctor Barman Hit Similar →
2016 Belgica André Average Similar →
2015 Un début prometteur Pierre Flop Similar →
2014 Benedict Ironbreaker: The Red Taxis le chauffeur de taxi malpoli Flop Similar →
2014 All Yours Henry Flop Similar →
2014 Cub Agent Jacques Franju Average Similar →
2014 Solo Rex Le gérant du bistrot Average Similar →
2013 Cyrano de Bergerac Cyrano De Bergerac Flop Similar →
2011 Le Mulot menteur Le bélier (Voice) Average Similar →
2009 Cineman le brocanteur Flop Similar →
2009 Live a Bit Longer Le Père Flop Similar →
2005 The Child Le Barman Hit Similar →
2005 The Ax Barman Arcadia Hit Similar →
1996 La Promesse The Labour Inspector Hit Similar →

Jean-Michel Balthazar - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Jean-Michel Balthazar?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jean-Michel Balthazar is "Aquaticans" with a rating of 7.8/10.

How many movies has Jean-Michel Balthazar acted in?

Jean-Michel Balthazar has been featured in at least 25 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Jean-Michel Balthazar?

Other notable films include "J’aime la vie", "La Promesse", and "The Child".