Jean Pignol

Acting

Freshness: Jan 27, 2026

20Total Films

10.0 Highest Rated

Born: Aug 29, 1924

Birth Place: Paris, France

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Jean Pignol reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 20 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Jean Pignol'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 20% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Jean Pignol remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in L'Ampélopède, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Jean Pignol Movies Ranked

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

★10.0

★10.0

L'Ampélopède: In a village located in the central French region of Sologne, a young girl notes the negative effects of urbanization on

L'Ampélopède

1974•Fantasy

★7.6

★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

★6.6

Pontcarral, Empire Colonel (1942) movie poster

★6.6

Pontcarral, Empire Colonel: For 15 years after Waterloo, a baron refuses to accept the defeat. He reluctantly marries one of 2 Bourbon sisters but l

Pontcarral, Empire Colonel

1942•Drama

★6.6

★6.6

Tout Va Bien: A strike at a French sausage factory contributes to the estrangement of a married filmmaker and his reporter wife.

Tout Va Bien

1972•Drama

★6.2

Keep an Eye on Amelia (1949) movie poster

★6.2

Keep an Eye on Amelia: A young woman's comfortable life with her boyfriend is disrupted when he leaves for military duty, entrusting her to a p

Keep an Eye on Amelia

1949•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Jean Pignol.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1974	L'Ampélopède	Monsieur Pignolet	Super Hit	Similar →
1972	Tout Va Bien	Delegate	Hit	Similar →
1970	Le Cercle Rouge	Court registry clerk	Super Hit	Similar →
1969	L'Envolée belle	Rebuffet	Flop	Similar →
1957	Police Judiciaire	-	Average	Similar →
1957	Explosive Vacation!	-	Flop	Similar →
1954	Boom on Paris	-	Flop	Similar →
1952	A Girl on the Road	-	Flop	Similar →
1951	Serenade to the Executioner	-	Average	Similar →
1951	The Two Girls	Le complice balafré	Flop	Similar →
1950	Jamaican Man	Navari	Flop	Similar →
1949	Keep an Eye on Amelia	Boas	Average	Similar →
1949	Branquignol	Un cow-boy	Flop	Similar →
1949	Last Hour, Special Edition	Jules	Average	Similar →
1949	La Bataille du feu	-	Flop	Similar →
1949	Jo la Romance	-	Flop	Similar →
1948	Rapide de nuit	-	Flop	Similar →
1947	A Cop	-	Flop	Similar →
1942	Fièvres	L'agent	Flop	Similar →
1942	Pontcarral, Empire Colonel	The captain	Hit	Similar →

Jean Pignol - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Jean Pignol?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jean Pignol is "L'Ampélopède" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Jean Pignol acted in?

Jean Pignol has been featured in at least 20 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Jean Pignol?

Other notable films include "Le Cercle Rouge", "Pontcarral, Empire Colonel", and "Tout Va Bien".