Marcel Dalio
ActingAbout Marcel Dalio
Marcel Dalio (born Israel Moshe Blauschild; 23 November 1899 in Paris – 18 November 1983) was a French character actor. He had major roles in two films directed by Jean Renoir, Grand Illusion (1937) and The Rules of the Game (1939).
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Marcel Dalio 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 Marcel Dalio'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 66% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Marcel Dalio remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Jean Renoir: Part One - From La Belle Époque to World War II, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Marcel Dalio Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Marcel Dalio's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Marcel Dalio.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | I, Dalio | Himself (archival footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | Jean Renoir: Part One - From La Belle Époque to World War II | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | The Man You Loved to Hate | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 1978 | A Page of Love | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | Shadow of the Castles | Père Renard | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | The Wing or the Thigh? | Le tailleur de Duchemin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Let Joy Reign Supreme | Nobleman suffocating at the meal (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | The Mad Adventures of Rabbi Jacob | Rabbi Jacob | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Love Is Gay, Love Is Sad | Mr. Paul | Average | Similar → |
| 1970 | The Great White Hope | French Promoter | Average | Similar → |
| 1970 | Catch-22 | Old Man | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | How Sweet It Is! | Louis | Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | The 25th Hour | Strul | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | How to Steal a Million | Senior Paravideo | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Wild and Wonderful | Dr. Reynard | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | Donovan's Reef | Father Cluzeot | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | The List of Adrian Messenger | Max Karoudjian | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Cartouche | Malichot | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Big Risk | Arthur Gibelin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Can-Can | André | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | Pillow Talk | Pierot | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Perfect Furlough | Henri Valentin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Tip on a Dead Jockey | Toto del Aro | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | China Gate | Father Paul | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | Miracle in the Rain | Marcel | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Razzia | Paul Liski, le chef du réseau de drogue | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Sabrina | Baron St. Foritanel | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Lucky Me | Anton | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Gentlemen Prefer Blondes | Magistrate | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Happy Time | Grandpere Bonnard | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Merry Widow | Police Sergeant | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Monte Carlo Baby | Poulos, Imprésario | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Death Threat | Denis | Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Dedee | Marco, le portier du bar, souteneur de Dédée | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | To Have and Have Not | Gerard 'Frenchy' | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Song of Bernadette | Callet | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Casablanca | Emil - Croupier at Rick's (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Pied Piper | Focquet | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Tales of Manhattan | Salesman at Santelli's #2 (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Shanghai Gesture | The Master of the Spinning Wheel | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Unholy Partners | Molyneaux | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Rules of the Game | Robert de la Cheyniest | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Pasha's Wives | Sultan Soliman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Curtain Rises | Le juge d'instruction | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Hatred | Happy Jones | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Sarati the Terrible | Benoît | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | Grand Illusion | Le lieutenant Rosenthal | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Pearls of the Crown | Le prêtre | Average | Similar → |
| 1937 | Pépé le Moko | L'Arbi | Hit | Similar → |
| 1937 | The Life and Loves of Beethoven | Steiner | Hit | Similar → |
Marcel Dalio - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Marcel Dalio?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Marcel Dalio is "Jean Renoir: Part One - From La Belle Époque to World War II" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Marcel Dalio acted in?
Marcel Dalio has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Marcel Dalio?
Other notable films include "Casablanca", "A Page of Love", and "Grand Illusion".