Jean Valmence

Acting

Freshness: Jan 25, 2026

15Total Films

7.2 Highest Rated

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Jean Valmence reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 15 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Comedy

The majority of Jean Valmence's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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 7% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Jean Valmence remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Joe: The Busybody, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Jean Valmence Movies Ranked

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

★7.2

★7.2

Joe: The Busybody: A writer accidentally shoots his blackmailer and tries to hide the body.

Joe: The Busybody

1971•Comedy

★6.3

Under the Sign of the Bull (1969) movie poster

★6.3

Under the Sign of the Bull: Albert is an eccentric inventor of missiles who comes under fire from his investors when his first prototype explodes. E

Under the Sign of the Bull

1969•Drama

★6.3

The Gendarme Takes Off (1970) movie poster

★6.3

The Gendarme Takes Off: The whole clique of Cruchot's police station is retired. Now he lives with his rich wife in her castle - and is bored al

The Gendarme Takes Off

1970•Comedy

★6.0

★6.0

Trip to America: As part of the fascination in post World War II France with American culture, a young French couple here travel to the U

Trip to America

1951•Comedy

★5.8

★5.8

Rendezvous in July: Hopes and love and ambitions and friendship in a group of young jazz-loving Parisians.

Rendezvous in July

1949•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

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

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1975	Mad Race to Cote d'Azur	Surgeon, colleague of Didier	Flop	Similar →
1972	Charlots Go to Spain	-	Flop	Similar →
1971	Joe: The Busybody	Le représentant	Hit	Similar →
1970	The Gendarme Takes Off	Fahrer des verunfallten Alfa Romeo Giulia GT	Average	Similar →
1969	Under the Sign of the Bull	Helmann	Average	Similar →
1964	Let the Shooters Shoot	A journalist	Flop	Similar →
1956	Mitsou	-	Flop	Similar →
1953	Rue de l'estrapade	Roland	Flop	Similar →
1953	The Lottery of Happiness	-	Flop	Similar →
1952	Love Always Love	Franck	Flop	Similar →
1952	Leathernose	A young guest	Flop	Similar →
1951	Trip to America	L'architecte	Average	Similar →
1949	Rendezvous in July	(uncredited)	Average	Similar →
1949	Firemen's Ball	Paulo (uncredited)	Average	Similar →
1948	Convicted	-	Flop	Similar →

Jean Valmence - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Jean Valmence?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jean Valmence is "Joe: The Busybody" with a rating of 7.2/10.

How many movies has Jean Valmence acted in?

Jean Valmence has been featured in at least 15 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Jean Valmence?

Other notable films include "Under the Sign of the Bull", "The Gendarme Takes Off", and "Trip to America".