Jelena Žigon - Actor Profile

Jelena Žigon

Acting
Updated: Apr 13, 2026
43Total Films
7.2 Highest Rated
Born: Nov 3, 1933
Birth Place: Belgrade, Yugoslavia [now Serbia]

About Jelena Žigon

Jelena Žigon was a prominent Serbian and Yugoslav actress best known for her iconic role as Jelena Todorović in the popular film series Žika's Dynasty (Žikina dinastija). Over a career spanning more than six decades, she appeared in over 50 feature films and 15 television series.

Jelena Žigon Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Jelena Žigon reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 43 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 19% of Jelena Žigon'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 Escape from Sobibor, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Jelena Žigon Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Jelena Žigon's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Jelena Žigon has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2015 For the King and Fatherland Luiza Mišić Flop Similar →
1999 Peregrination Marija (segment "Srebrni metak") Flop Similar →
1997 Some Birds Can't Fly Učiteljica Average Similar →
1995 Package Deal Darkova majka Flop Similar →
1994 Born to Be a Warrior Svetlanina majka Flop Similar →
1992 Žika's Marriage Jelena Todorović Flop Similar →
1988 The Dark Side of the Sun - Flop Similar →
1988 Weird Years Jelena Todorović Flop Similar →
1987 Escape from Sobibor Shlomo's Mother (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1986 Second Žika's Dynasty Jelena Todorović Flop Similar →
1985 Zika's Dynasty Jelena Average Similar →
1984 What Happens When Love Comes to Town Jelena Todorović Average Similar →
1983 Come to Me and Go from Me Jelena Todorović Average Similar →
1983 Like Grandpa, Like Grandson Jelena Todorović Hit Similar →
1981 Kiss, Kiss, But Don't Lose Your Head Jelena Todorović Average Similar →
1980 The Time Has Come for Love to Try Jelena Todorović Average Similar →
1979 Chains Sofija, supruga Flop Similar →
1977 Foolish Years Jelena Todorović Hit Similar →
1977 The Picture Show Man Madame Cavalli (as Yelena Zignon) Average Similar →
1977 One Summer at Spa Udovica Flop Similar →
1976 Promised Woman Antigone Flop Similar →
1976 Više od igre Seja Flop Similar →
1975 Doctor Mladen Anđa Average Similar →
1973 The Last Ones - Flop Similar →
1971 A Trap for the General Vera, učiteljica Average Similar →
1969 My Part of the World - Flop Similar →
1968 Doctor Homer's Brother Vera, bolničarka Hit Similar →
1967 The Morning Ruža Hit Similar →
1967 Wild Seed Nada Flop Similar →
1967 Er ging allein - Flop Similar →
1967 The Three Fantastic Supermen Olga of Norway Flop Similar →
1966 So Darling, So Deadly - Hit Similar →
1965 Flaming Frontier Delia Average Similar →
1965 The Camp Followers Sofia Kalamikari Hit Similar →
1965 Inspector Direktorova žena Flop Similar →
1963 Two Nights in a Day Jelena Flop Similar →
1963 Men Vesna Flop Similar →
1962 Whistle at Eight Poznata glumica Flop Similar →
1962 Gunfight Azira Average Similar →
1961 Collision at the Paralels Supruga Average Similar →
1961 Adventure at the Door Gospođa Rubricijus Average Similar →
1961 The First Citizen of a Small Town Katarina Ilić Average Similar →
1960 Love and Fashion Vera Hit Similar →

Jelena Žigon - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Jelena Žigon?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jelena Žigon is "Escape from Sobibor" with a rating of 7.2/10.

How many movies has Jelena Žigon acted in?

Jelena Žigon has been featured in at least 43 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Jelena Žigon?

Other notable films include "The Morning", "Love and Fashion", and "Doctor Homer's Brother".

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