Ovila Légaré - Actor Profile

Ovila Légaré

Acting
Freshness: Jan 27, 2026
16Total Films
7.1 Highest Rated
Born: Jul 21, 1901
Birth Place: Montreal, Quebec, Canada

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Ovila Légaré reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 16 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Ovila Légaré'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 13% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Ovila Légaré remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in I Confess, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Ovila Légaré Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Ovila Légaré's career based on audience ratings.

★7.1
I Confess (1953) movie poster
★7.1

I Confess: When a priest hears a murderer’s confession, he becomes bound by his vow of silence—even as circumstantial evidence turn

I Confess

1953•Drama
★6.5
A Man and His Sin (1949) movie poster
★6.5

A Man and His Sin: Filmed in French, this Canadian film was based on a popular Quebec-based radio serial. The man of the title is miserable

A Man and His Sin

1949•Drama
★6.0
The Luck of Ginger Coffey (1964) movie poster
★6.0

The Luck of Ginger Coffey: An out-of-work Irish immigrant in Montreal remains hopeful that his luck is about to change but his disillusioned family

The Luck of Ginger Coffey

1964•Drama
★5.5
The 13th Letter (1951) movie poster
★5.5

The 13th Letter: A new doctor in a quiet Quebec town sparks rumors and accusations when anonymous letters allege an affair with a married

The 13th Letter

1951•Crime
★5.0
Le père Chopin (1945) movie poster
★5.0

Le père Chopin: A widower is struggling to raise his five children, when he finds a rich brother who imagines he will make them happy by

Le père Chopin

1945•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Ovila Légaré.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1972 Et du fils - Flop Similar →
1972 Élisa 5 ou les inquiétudes d'Élisa - Flop Similar →
1970 Virgin Lovers - Flop Similar →
1966 Footsteps in the Snow Sgt. Deschênes Flop Similar →
1966 La douzième heure Le père Durand Flop Similar →
1964 The Luck of Ginger Coffey Judge Average Similar →
1964 Solange in Our Countryside or Very Little for Me, the Sun Le grand-père en or Flop Similar →
1961 Dubois et fils - Flop Similar →
1959 The Promised Land - Flop Similar →
1953 I Confess Monsieur Villette (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1952 Le Rossignol et les cloches Le restauranteur Antonio Flop Similar →
1951 The 13th Letter Mayor (uncredited) Average Similar →
1949 Le curé de village Le curé Flop Similar →
1949 A Man and His Sin Père Laloge Hit Similar →
1947 Whispering City Detective Flop Similar →
1945 Le père Chopin - Flop Similar →

Ovila Légaré - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Ovila Légaré?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ovila Légaré is "I Confess" with a rating of 7.1/10.

How many movies has Ovila Légaré acted in?

Ovila Légaré has been featured in at least 16 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Ovila Légaré?

Other notable films include "A Man and His Sin", "The Luck of Ginger Coffey", and "The 13th Letter".