Rudolf Hrušínský - Actor Profile

Rudolf Hrušínský

Acting
Updated: Apr 14, 2026
50Total Films
9.0 Highest Rated
Born: Oct 17, 1920
Birth Place: Nová Vcelnice, Czechoslovakia [now Czech Republic]

About Rudolf Hrušínský

Rudolf Hrušínský was an acclaimed Czech actor during his country's era of communism.  He was born in Nová Včelnice to Hermina Červičková and Rudolf Hrušinský (original name Rudolf Böhm, also took the stage name Otomar Otovalský). He was born, literally, back stage during a showing of the play Taneček panny Marinky. Initially he travelled from place to place, wherever his father could find a gig, but eventually his family settled in Prague. He dropped out of law school to pursue acting. Initially he starred in minor plays, but managed to escalate to famous film roles, many of which won him fame abroad

Rudolf Hrušínský Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Rudolf Hrušínský reflects exceptional commercial consistency. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Rudolf Hrušínský's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 100% of Rudolf Hrušínský'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 Alena, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Rudolf Hrušínský Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Rudolf Hrušínský's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Rudolf Hrušínský has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2025 Me, brother and the name Hrušínský self (archive footage) Hit Similar →
1991 The Elementary School Headmaster Hit Similar →
1991 Paths of Death and Angels Schrevek József Hit Similar →
1989 Dobří holubi se vracejí Hlavní ošetřovatel Masák Super Hit Similar →
1988 Ghosts of the Dormers Grandpa Hit Similar →
1987 Forbidden Dreams Prošek Hit Similar →
1985 My Sweet Little Village doktor Skružný Hit Similar →
1985 Dissolved and Effused Otec Hlaváček Hit Similar →
1984 The Three Veterans Pankrác Super Hit Similar →
1984 The Snowdrop Festival Jarin Franc Hit Similar →
1982 Attention, Rounds! světoběžník Prepsl Hit Similar →
1982 Spor architekta Zítka Humpl Hit Similar →
1981 Výhra admirála Kotrby - Hit Similar →
1981 The Hit - Hit Similar →
1981 Cutting It Short MUDr. Gruntorád, předseda správní rady pivovaru Hit Similar →
1981 Povídka Malostranská Provazník Super Hit Similar →
1980 Strach má velké oči Loupežník Bujón Super Hit Similar →
1979 Ball Lightning Dr. Radosta Hit Similar →
1978 Adela Has Not Had Supper Yet komisař Ledvina Super Hit Similar →
1977 Smoke on the Potato Fields Dr. Meluzin Hit Similar →
1974 Art Nouveau's Prague vypravěč Hit Similar →
1972 Oasis Kaprál 'baron' Hit Similar →
1970 Podezření Hanousek Hit Similar →
1969 The Cremator Karel Kopfrkingl Super Hit Similar →
1969 Larks on a String Trustee Hit Similar →
1965 The House in Karp Lane Karl Glaser Hit Similar →
1964 The Dear Departed - Hit Similar →
1963 A Great Road Ahead Straslipka Hit Similar →
1962 The Fabulous Baron Munchausen sultán Hit Similar →
1961 The Night Guest - Super Hit Similar →
1960 Higher Principle kolaborant Zajíček Super Hit Similar →
1960 Darbujan and Pandrhola Pandrhola, sládek Hit Similar →
1960 When the Woman Butts In Dr. Wagner Hit Similar →
1960 Great Solitude Kaláb Hit Similar →
1958 I Dutifully Report Josef Švejk Hit Similar →
1957 School for Fathers Mlcoch Hit Similar →
1957 The Good Soldier Švejk Josef Švejk Super Hit Similar →
1956 Jan Žižka Burgrave's Son Hit Similar →
1956 Muž v povětří Plánka Hit Similar →
1954 The Circus Will Be - Hit Similar →
1953 Kidnapped mechanic Karel Král, wrecker Hit Similar →
1952 Hasek’s Tales from the Old Monarchy Syrovátko Hit Similar →
1949 Hostinec „U kamenného stolu“ Spytihněv Hit Similar →
1947 Presentiment - Super Hit Similar →
1947 The Last of the Mohicans - Hit Similar →
1947 Alena - Super Hit Similar →
1944 Mist on the Moors Vojta Hit Similar →
1943 Barbora Hlavsová Bořík, syn Hlavsových Hit Similar →
1940 We Study After School Karel Toman Hit Similar →
1939 Journey Into the Depth of the Student's Soul septimán Jan Vaněk Super Hit Similar →

Rudolf Hrušínský - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Rudolf Hrušínský?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Rudolf Hrušínský is "Alena" with a rating of 9.0/10.

How many movies has Rudolf Hrušínský acted in?

Rudolf Hrušínský has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Rudolf Hrušínský?

Other notable films include "Dobří holubi se vracejí", "Higher Principle", and "Strach má velké oči".

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