Leonid Parfyonov - Actor Profile

Leonid Parfyonov

Acting
Freshness: Jan 25, 2026
25Total Films
8.2 Highest Rated
Born: Jan 26, 1960
Birth Place: Cherepovets, USSR [now Russia]

About Leonid Parfyonov

Russian veteran journalist, news presenter, TV producer and author of many popular documentary TV shows. Parfyonov is best known for his studio work and productions for the NTV (of which he was Producer General between 1997 and 1999) until that TV channel was subdued by the government-owned Gazprom Media. From December 3, 2004 until December 20, 2007 he was an Editor-in-Chief of Russky Newsweek, Russian edition of Newsweek. Parfyonov is currently a member of Presidential Council for Civil Society and Human Rights. As the author and narrator of the daily culture news TV show Namedni on NTV, Parfyonov produced the line of popular history TV documentaries which he narrated and hosted on-site of almost each event portrayed. The series achieved great success and were repeatedly broadcast for years after premiere.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Leonid Parfyonov reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 25 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Documentary

The majority of Leonid Parfyonov's filmography leans towards the Documentary 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 32% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Leonid Parfyonov remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Russian Jews. Part Two. 1918-1948., which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Leonid Parfyonov Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Leonid Parfyonov's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Leonid Parfyonov.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2022 Russian Georgians. Part 2 himself (presentor) Flop Similar →
2021 Namedni-2020-2. Tiktok. Beirut. Khabarovsk. Belarus. Karabakh. Morgenstern. Navalny and poison self Hit Similar →
2021 In Qvevri Veritas - Flop Similar →
2021 Namedni-2020-1. Covid. Remote. Resetting. Traffic accident with Efremov. Screenlife - Flop Similar →
2021 Namedni-1921 Capablanca. Hunger in the Volga region. March 8. Youth Theater. Homeless children - Flop Similar →
2020 Listyev. A New Look himself Flop Similar →
2020 Russian Georgians. Part 1 himself (presentor) Average Similar →
2017 Russian Jews. Part Three. After 1948. Himself (Presenter) Super Hit Similar →
2017 Russian Jews. Part Two. 1918-1948. Himself (Presenter) Super Hit Similar →
2016 Russian Jews. Part One. Before Revolution. Himself (Presenter) Super Hit Similar →
2014 The Term. Beginning of a Big Story Self (uncredited) Flop Similar →
2013 Russia in Bloom Himself (Host and Narrator) Hit Similar →
2012 Eye of God Himself (Presenter) Hit Similar →
2012 Хлеб для Сталина. Истории раскулаченных - Flop Similar →
2011 Boris Godunov Schelkalov Flop Similar →
2011 Generation P TV Journalist Average Similar →
2011 He Came to Give Us Freedom - Flop Similar →
2010 Zvorykin-Muromets Narrator Average Similar →
2009 Gogol the Bird Himself (host) Super Hit Similar →
2006 And Personally Leonid Ilyich Narrator Super Hit Similar →
2005 Bashlachev. The Flight of Death himself Flop Similar →
2000 Still Waters Himself Flop Similar →
1999 The Age of Nabokov - Flop Similar →
1997 Old Songs about the Main Thing 2 - Flop Similar →
1988 Children of the 20th Congress Host Flop Similar →

Leonid Parfyonov - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Leonid Parfyonov?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Leonid Parfyonov is "Russian Jews. Part Two. 1918-1948." with a rating of 8.2/10.

How many movies has Leonid Parfyonov acted in?

Leonid Parfyonov has been featured in at least 25 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Leonid Parfyonov?

Other notable films include "And Personally Leonid Ilyich", "Russian Jews. Part Three. After 1948.", and "Gogol the Bird".