Tim Krabbé - Actor Profile

Tim Krabbé

Writing
Freshness: Jan 21, 2026
1Total Films
5.5 Highest Rated
Born: Apr 13, 1943
Birth Place: Amsterdam

About Tim Krabbé

Tim Krabbé (born April 13, 1943) is a Dutch journalist, novelist and chess player. Once a competitive cyclist, Krabbé is known to Dutch readers for his novel De Renner (The Rider), first published in 1978 and translated into English in 2002, of which The Guardian's Matt Seaton wrote: "Nothing better is ever likely to be written on the subjective experience of cycle-racing". English readers know him primarily for The Vanishing (Dutch: Spoorloos), the translation of his 1984 novel Het Gouden Ei (The Golden Egg), which was made into an acclaimed 1988 Dutch film for which Krabbé co-wrote a script. A poorly received American remake was made in 1993. In 1997 he published De grot, translated as The Cave and published in the U.S. in 2000.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Tim Krabbé reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 1 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Crime

The majority of Tim Krabbé's filmography leans towards the Crime 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 0% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Tim Krabbé remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Cave, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Tim Krabbé Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Tim Krabbé's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Tim Krabbé.

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Tim Krabbé - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Tim Krabbé?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Tim Krabbé is "The Cave" with a rating of 5.5/10.

How many movies has Tim Krabbé acted in?

Tim Krabbé has been featured in at least 1 major films throughout their career.