Philippe Nahon
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Philippe Nahon (24 December 1938 - 19 April 2020) was a French actor. Nahon is best known for his roles in French horror and thriller films, including I Stand Alone, Humains, Calvaire, Irréversible, The Pack and Haute Tension, and he has been featured as a nameless butcher in three films by Gaspar Noé – Carne, I Stand Alone, and Irréversible (cameo).
Philippe Nahon Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Philippe Nahon reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Philippe Nahon's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 36% of Philippe Nahon's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains La Haine, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Philippe Nahon Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Philippe Nahon's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Philippe Nahon has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Moi, maman, ma mère et moi | Jeff | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | The Cat's Regret | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Mon frère bien-aimé | Guy Fourvier | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | One Wild Moment | Le voisin | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | Anton Tchekhov 1890 | Grigorovitch | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | Horsehead | Priest | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | Colt 45 | Police Prefect Pradier | Average | Similar → |
| 2014 | Ablations | Wortz | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | Julia's Curse | Julien | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | The Marchers | René Ledu | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | Our Heroes Died Tonight | Ferdinand | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | The Informant | Glacose | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | In the Name of the Son | Father Taon | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | War Horse | French Auctioneer | Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Comme les 5 doigts de la main | Kazan | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | Mammuth | Le directeur gâteux de l'hospice | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | The Extraordinary Adventures of Adèle Blanc-Sec | Professeur Ménard | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | Wandering Streams | Edmond | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | Contre nature | The patriarch | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | Eldorado | Le Collectionneur | Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | Dragon Hunters | Le Seigneur Arnold (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | The Last Deadly Mission | Charles Subra | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | Cowboy | Le borgne | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | The Second Wind | Inspecteur Fardiano | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | Michou d'Auber | le cafetier | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | Virgil | Louis | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Love Is in the Air | Le père de Ludo | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Calvaire | Robert Orton | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | L'Enfant du pays | Charles | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | Nickel and Dime | Roger | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | High Tension | The Killer | Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Irreversible | Man | Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | Les Siens | The father | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | Brotherhood of the Wolf | Jean Chastel | Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | Without Family | Barberin | Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | The Crimson Rivers | Homme à la station service | Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | Prison à domicile | The bowling alley boss | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | The Carriers Are Waiting | Le responsable | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | I Stand Alone | The Butcher | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | The Octopus | Bar boss 2 | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | The Visitors II: The Corridors of Time | Le gérant du supermarché | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | Noël en Quercy | Maurice Lacassagne | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | A Self-Made Hero | The Général | Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Guardian Angels | Le chauffeur de taxi | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | La Haine | Roof Police Chief | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Toubab Bi | Le concierge | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | Carne | The Butcher | Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Touched in the Head | Jean-Paul, l'ouvrier-boulanger | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | The French Calvinists | Reboul | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | Le Doulos | Remy | Hit | Similar → |
Philippe Nahon - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Philippe Nahon?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Philippe Nahon is "La Haine" with a rating of 8.1/10.
How many movies has Philippe Nahon acted in?
Philippe Nahon has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Philippe Nahon?
Other notable films include "Les Siens", "I Stand Alone", and "Le Doulos".