Jean-Claude Penchenat - Actor Profile

Jean-Claude Penchenat

Acting
Freshness: Jan 20, 2026
7Total Films
7.6 Highest Rated
Born: Dec 31, 1937
Birth Place: Nice, Alpes-Maritimes, France

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Jean-Claude Penchenat reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 7 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Jean-Claude Penchenat'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 29% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Jean-Claude Penchenat remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Inquisitor, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Jean-Claude Penchenat Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Jean-Claude Penchenat's career based on audience ratings.

★7.6
The Inquisitor (1981) movie poster
★7.6

The Inquisitor — Martinaud, an illustrious notary suspected of being the perpetrator of two horrendous crimes, voluntarily agrees to be q

The Inquisitor

1981•Crime
★7.0
Le Bal (1983) movie poster
★7.0

Le Bal — In a French nightclub, choreographed song and dance routines are performed, rather than a streamlined narrative. They te

Le Bal

1983•Music
★6.4
F as in Fairbanks (1976) movie poster
★6.4

F as in Fairbanks — André Fragman, nicknamed "Fairbanks" after his childhood idol by his film projectionist father, returns home from milita

F as in Fairbanks

1976•Drama
★5.9
Molière (1978) movie poster
★5.9

Molière — Jean-Baptiste Poquelin is raised by his father and his grandfather because his mother dies when he's still very little.

Molière

1978•Drama
★5.7
South Sentinel (2022) movie poster
★5.7

South Sentinel — The journey of Christian Lafayette, a French soldier who, in the aftermath of a murderous ambush in Afghanistan, has ret

South Sentinel

2022•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Jean-Claude Penchenat.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2022 South Sentinel André Morizet (voice) Average Similar →
1983 Le Bal Le 'croix de feu' Hit Similar →
1981 Blood of the Flamboyant Tree Guerigny Flop Similar →
1981 The Inquisitor Divisional Commissioner Super Hit Similar →
1978 Molière Louis XIV Average Similar →
1977 Heinrich L'espion Flop Similar →
1976 F as in Fairbanks Un comédien d'Alice au pays des merveilles Average Similar →

Jean-Claude Penchenat - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Jean-Claude Penchenat?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jean-Claude Penchenat is "The Inquisitor" with a rating of 7.6/10.

How many movies has Jean-Claude Penchenat acted in?

Jean-Claude Penchenat has been featured in at least 7 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Jean-Claude Penchenat?

Other notable films include "Le Bal", "F as in Fairbanks", and "Molière".