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Robert Destain

Acting
Freshness: Jan 27, 2026
18Total Films
6.8 Highest Rated
Born: Oct 1, 1919
Birth Place: Paris, France

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Robert Destain reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 18 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Comedy

The majority of Robert Destain's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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 17% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Robert Destain remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Exchange Student, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Robert Destain Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Robert Destain's career based on audience ratings.

★6.8
The Exchange Student (1967) movie poster
★6.8

The Exchange Student: Monsieur Bosquier, the owner of a private school, is far from pleased when his eldest son, Philippe, fails his end of ye

The Exchange Student

1967•Comedy
★6.8
The Restaurant (1966) movie poster
★6.8

The Restaurant: A great French restaurant's owner, Monsieur Septime, is thrust into intrigue and crime, when one of his famous guests di

The Restaurant

1966•Comedy
★6.5
The Gendarme Gets Married (1968) movie poster
★6.5

The Gendarme Gets Married: The Saint-Tropez police launch a major offensive against dangerous drivers. Marechal Cruchot (Louis de Funès) relishes t

The Gendarme Gets Married

1968•Comedy
★6.4
The Discord (1978) movie poster
★6.4

The Discord: Guillaume has made it: A machine that can clean dirty air by simply sucking all dirt into air balloons and then shipping

The Discord

1978•Comedy
★6.3
Fernandel the Dressmaker (1956) movie poster
★6.3

Fernandel the Dressmaker: A modest taylor the women found irresistible inherit a Maison de couture in financial difficulty. Decided to save it he

Fernandel the Dressmaker

1956•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Robert Destain.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1978 The Discord Le directeur de l'hôtel Average Similar →
1968 The Gendarme Gets Married Le commandant Hit Similar →
1967 The Exchange Student General overseer Hit Similar →
1966 The Restaurant Le baron Hit Similar →
1961 The American Beauty Inspector Average Similar →
1960 Tête folle - Flop Similar →
1959 My Pal the Gypsy (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1959 Stop the Massacre Writer Flop Similar →
1958 Les Vignes du Seigneur Le maire (uncredited) Average Similar →
1956 The Terror with Women - Flop Similar →
1956 Fernandel the Dressmaker Zwertas Average Similar →
1954 My Seven Little Sins - Flop Similar →
1954 Peek-a-boo Olaf Destain, chantant « Rêverie militaire » Flop Similar →
1953 His Father's Portrait L'employé qui begaie Flop Similar →
1951 Bernard and the Lion Anselme Flop Similar →
1950 The Patron - Flop Similar →
1950 We Will All Go to Paris The fiance Flop Similar →
1949 Branquignol Le chanteur Flop Similar →

Robert Destain - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Robert Destain?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Robert Destain is "The Exchange Student" with a rating of 6.8/10.

How many movies has Robert Destain acted in?

Robert Destain has been featured in at least 18 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Robert Destain?

Other notable films include "The Restaurant", "The Gendarme Gets Married", and "The Discord".