Jerzy Stuhr
ActingAbout Jerzy Stuhr
Jerzy Oskar Stuhr (Polish pronunciation: [ˈjɛʐɨ ˈʂtur]; 18 April 1947-9 July 2024) was one of the most popular, influential and versatile Polish film and theatre actors. He also worked as a screenwriter, film director and drama professor. He served as the Rector of the Ludwik Solski Academy for the Dramatic Arts in Kraków for two terms: from 1990 to 1996 and again from 2002 to 2008.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Jerzy Stuhr reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Jerzy Stuhr'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 54% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Jerzy Stuhr remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Still Alive: A Film About Krzysztof Kieslowski, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Jerzy Stuhr Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Jerzy Stuhr's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Jerzy Stuhr.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | A Brighter Tomorrow | Jerzy | Hit | Similar → |
| 2023 | I Will Not Starve | Granata | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | Sonata | Henryk Skarżyński | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Forgive Us Our Debts | Professore | Average | Similar → |
| 2014 | Citizen | Jan Bratek | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | Invisible World | Segment "Tributo ao Público de Cinema" | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | We Have a Pope | Il portavoce | Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Mystification | Witkacy | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | Twists of Fate | Rector | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | The Caiman | Jerzy Sturovsky, produttore polacco | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Still Alive: A Film About Krzysztof Kieslowski | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Tomorrow's Weather | Józef Kozioł | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Show | - | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | Down House | генерал Иволгин (озв. Валентин Смирнитский) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | The Big Animal | Zygmunt Sawicki | Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | A Week in the Life of a Man | Adam Borowski | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | Killer 2 | Jerzy Ryba | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Killer | Commissioner Ryba | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Love Stories | Various Characters | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Matka swojej matki | Roman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | List of Lovers | Gustaw | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Three Colors: White | Jurek | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Hijacking Agatha | ojciec Agaty | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Life for Life: Maximilian Kolbe | prałat | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | Déjà vu | Johnny Pollack | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Decalogue X | Jerzy Janicki | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Citizen Piszczyk | Jan Piszczyk | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | King Size | Nadszyszkownik Kilkujadek | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Blind Chance | ZSMP Member (1) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | The Mother of the Kings | Hiszpan | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | Ga-ga: Glory to the Heroes | Chudy | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | Hero of the Year | Lutek Danielak | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | Medium | Georg Netz | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | O-Bi, O-Ba: The End of Civilization | Soft | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | A Year of the Quiet Sun | przewodnik Adzio | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | Sexmission | Maksymilian Paradys | Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | The War of the Worlds: Next Century | Attorney | Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | Wizja lokalna 1901 | Wagner | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | A Party for Ten, Plus Three | (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Moth | "Elegancki" w barze | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Calm | Antek Gralak | Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | Chance | Zbyszek Ejmont | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | Camera Buff | Filip Mosz | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Provincial Actors | Wojciech Głosowicz | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | Without Anesthesia | Jerzy Porębowicz | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | Top Dog | Lutek Danielak | Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | The Scar | Bednarz's assistant | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | Through and Through | Malisz's Brother | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | The Third Part of the Night | Lab Technician (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Milion za Laurę | Highlander's Son (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
Jerzy Stuhr - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Jerzy Stuhr?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jerzy Stuhr is "Still Alive: A Film About Krzysztof Kieslowski" with a rating of 8.5/10.
How many movies has Jerzy Stuhr acted in?
Jerzy Stuhr has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Jerzy Stuhr?
Other notable films include "I Will Not Starve", "Decalogue X", and "Sonata".