Jiří Zahajský - Actor Profile

Jiří Zahajský

Acting
Freshness: Jan 25, 2026
50Total Films
8.0 Highest Rated
Born: Jan 19, 1939
Birth Place: Mšeno, Czechoslovakia

About Jiří Zahajský

Jiří Zahajský (19 January 1939, Mšeno - 19 July 2007, Prague) was a Czech actor and dabér. He was a member of the Theater in Vinohrady, Theater behind the gate and longtime member of the Prague Drama Club. He played in a number of Czech films of both serious and comedic. Jiri Zahajsky was born in Mšeně near Mělník. As a child, he showed a tendency to acting when he played in the amateur performance of Snow White by Dwarf Dwarf. After the war, the Zahajski family moved to Děčín. As a student, he was playing a very good ensemble of amateurs under the direction of director Hipia. He recognized Zahai's talent and negotiated his studies at E. Burian. Zahajsky then studied at the DAMU and became a member of the Vinohrady Theater (1961-1965). In 1965 Zahajsky became a member of the Theater behind the gate, where he played together with Vladimír Menšík for example in the Maskary of Ostende. In 1972, the Administrative Theater behind the gate was canceled and Zahajský and Libuší Šafránková left for the Činoherní klub. His colleagues included Petr Čepek, Jiřina Třebická, Josef Somr, Jiří Kodet, Jiří Hrzán and others. Jiri Zahajsky made mainly small characters in film and on television. Unforgettable is his character, Inspector Trachta of the comedy Dissolved and launched. He created several roles of criminologists, his beard gave him the opportunity to perform the roles of the grooms, he played in the roles of his fathers (TV series Křeček in the nightgown). Daddy also played in a number of television fairy tales especially in the 1980s. Jiri Zahajsky was for 31 years a life partner of TV advertiser Kamila Moučková, since 1992 she was the fourth husband of actress Jana Brejchová. Jiri Zahajsky died in Prague after a long fight with prostate cancer on July 19, 2007. (Wikipedia)

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Jiří Zahajský 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 Jiří Zahajský'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 28% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Jiří Zahajský remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Goodbye, Medeo, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Jiří Zahajský Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Jiří Zahajský's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Jiří Zahajský.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2006 O malíři Adamovi otec Flop Similar →
1996 O třech rytířích, krásné paní a lněné kytli - Average Similar →
1995 V erbu lvice - Hit Similar →
1994 Řád hejtman Super Hit Similar →
1993 Zamilovaná Otec Flop Similar →
1991 The Beggar's Opera Harry Filch Flop Similar →
1991 Byli jsme to my? - Average Similar →
1988 Nine Circles of Hell Capt. Kim (voice) Flop Similar →
1987 Why? Marie's Father (voice) Average Similar →
1987 The Octopuses from the Second Floor - Hit Similar →
1987 Pavučina Radka's Father Average Similar →
1986 O Popelákovi otec Flop Similar →
1986 Ants Bring Death - Flop Similar →
1986 ...nebo být zabit - Average Similar →
1985 Dissolved and Effused Inspektor Trachta Hit Similar →
1984 Levé křídlo - Flop Similar →
1983 Jára Cimrman Lying, Sleeping Holub Super Hit Similar →
1983 Hráči Švochněv Hit Similar →
1982 O Vánocích už nechci slyšet ani slovo - Flop Similar →
1982 Goodbye, Medeo Taxi Driver (voice) Super Hit Similar →
1982 Předeme, předeme zlatou nitku - Flop Similar →
1981 Sonata for a Red-Haired Girl Tom (voice) Average Similar →
1981 Den velkého ticha - Flop Similar →
1981 A New Boy Started Today Slávek (voice) Flop Similar →
1981 The Krakonos and the Skiers Skelmistr Flop Similar →
1980 The Medal Lorisch Hit Similar →
1980 Brontosaurus - Average Similar →
1980 Jak namalovat ptáčka - Hit Similar →
1980 Čas pracuje pro vraha - Flop Similar →
1979 Beauty and the Beast Beast (voice) Hit Similar →
1978 Past na kachnu - Flop Similar →
1978 On the Great River Pazour (voice) Hit Similar →
1978 A Major Role for Rosmaryna - Average Similar →
1978 Nechci nic slyšet - Average Similar →
1978 The Apple Game Villager (voice) Average Similar →
1977 Noc klavíristy - Flop Similar →
1976 Boty plné vody Josef Hrubý (segment "Zimní vítr 1951") Super Hit Similar →
1975 Na konci světa Hostinský Šebek Flop Similar →
1975 Králův kalich - Hit Similar →
1975 Sokolovo - Flop Similar →
1972 And Give My Love to the Swallows - Flop Similar →
1972 Zločin na Zlenicích hradě - Average Similar →
1971 Jsem nebe - Flop Similar →
1971 Count Dracula Arthur Holmwood Average Similar →
1968 Marathon - Flop Similar →
1963 Bylo nás deset soldier Standa Kubík, group leader Flop Similar →
1962 Ceiling Student (voice) Flop Similar →
1961 Florián - Flop Similar →
1961 Valčík pro milión - Flop Similar →
1960 Lidé jako ty - Hit Similar →

Jiří Zahajský - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Jiří Zahajský?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jiří Zahajský is "Goodbye, Medeo" with a rating of 8.0/10.

How many movies has Jiří Zahajský acted in?

Jiří Zahajský has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Jiří Zahajský?

Other notable films include "Řád", "Jára Cimrman Lying, Sleeping", and "Boty plné vody".