Jeanne Moreau
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Jeanne Moreau (January 23, 1928 – July 31, 2017) was a French actress, singer, screenwriter, and director. She made her theatrical debut in 1947, and established herself as one of the leading actresses of the Comédie-Française. She began playing small roles in films in 1949 and eventually achieved prominence as the star of Lift to the Scaffold (UK)/Elevator to the Gallows (USA) (1958), directed by Louis Malle, and Jules et Jim (1962), directed by François Truffaut. Most prolific during the 1960s, Moreau continued to appear in films until her death in 2017, at the age of 89. Moreau was the recipient of a César Award for Best Actress, a BAFTA Award for Best Foreign Actress and a Cannes Film Festival Best Actress Award for individual performances, and several lifetime awards.
Jeanne Moreau Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Jeanne Moreau reflects exceptional commercial consistency. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Jeanne Moreau's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 100% of Jeanne Moreau'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 Close Up, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Jeanne Moreau Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Jeanne Moreau's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Jeanne Moreau has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Belmondo: The Incorrigible | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Claudia Cardinale, la créature du secret | Self (archive footage) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Miles Davis: Birth of the Cool | Self - Actress (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | André Téchiné: A Passion for Cinema | Self - Actress (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | They'll Love Me When I'm Dead | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Jeanne Moreau: Free Spirit | Self / Various Roles (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Lullaby to my Father | Narrator (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Close Up | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Gebo and the Shadow | Candidinha | Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Dispositif 47 - The Second Death | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | Eleanor's Secret | Aunt Eléonore (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | Carmel | Narrator | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | Looking for Truffaut | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | Sous les vents de Neptune | Josette | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | A City Runs Through the Festival | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Love Actually | Taxi Passenger at Marseille Airport (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | The Prince's Manuscript | Alessandra Wolf (Licy) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | EverAfter | Grande Dame | Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | The World of Jacques Demy | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | The Lover | Narrator (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | The Suspended Step of the Stork | The Woman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Until the End of the World | Edith Farber | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Nikita | Armande | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | The Architecture of Doom | French narrator (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | The Life and Times of Don Luis Buñuel | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | The Orson Welles Story | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | A Thousand Billion Dollars | Madame Benoît-Lambert | Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | Mr. Klein | Florence | Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | Lumière | Sarah | Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Going Places | Jeanne Pirolle | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | The Immortal Story | Virginie Ducrot | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | The Bride Wore Black | Julie Kohler | Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | Mademoiselle | Mademoiselle | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | Chimes at Midnight | Doll Tearsheet | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Train | Christine | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Diary of a Chambermaid | Céléstine | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | The Fire Within | Eva | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | Bay of Angels | Jacqueline 'Jackie' Demaistre | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | The Trial | Marika Burstner | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Jules and Jim | Catherine | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | A Woman Is a Woman | Self (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | La Notte | Lidia | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Dialogue of the Carmelites | Mother Marie of the Incarnation | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | The 400 Blows | La Femme avec le chien | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Lovers | Jeanne Tournier | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Elevator to the Gallows | Florence Carala | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | M'sieur la Caille | Fernande | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Queen Margot | Marguerite de Valois, "La Reine Margot" | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Touchez Pas au Grisbi | Josy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Three Sinners | Martine Annequin | Hit | Similar → |
Jeanne Moreau - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Jeanne Moreau?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jeanne Moreau is "Close Up" with a rating of 9.5/10.
How many movies has Jeanne Moreau acted in?
Jeanne Moreau has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Jeanne Moreau?
Other notable films include "Dispositif 47 - The Second Death", "The Orson Welles Story", and "The Prince's Manuscript".