Sergio Nicolai - Actor Profile

Sergio Nicolai

Acting
Updated: Apr 11, 2026
13Total Films
9.3 Highest Rated
Born: Aug 1, 1945
Birth Place: Roma, Italy

Sergio Nicolai Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Sergio Nicolai reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 13 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 23% of Sergio Nicolai'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 Desert of Fire, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Sergio Nicolai Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Sergio Nicolai's career based on audience ratings.

★9.3
Desert of Fire (1997) movie poster
★9.3

Desert of Fire: A helicopter crashes in the Sahara Desert. The entire crew are killed - only a small infant miraculously survives. Emir

Desert of Fire

1997•Adventure
★7.5
The Two Popes (2019) movie poster
★7.5

The Two Popes: Frustrated with the direction of the church, Cardinal Bergoglio requests permission to retire in 2012 from Pope Benedict

The Two Popes

2019•Drama
★6.9
The Dinner (1998) movie poster
★6.9

The Dinner: An evening at an Italian restaurant. Hosted by tolerant and relaxed Flora, various parties of middle-class people come i

The Dinner

1998•Drama
★6.3
According to Pontius Pilate (1988) movie poster
★6.3

According to Pontius Pilate: The story of salvation is told from the perspective of the Roman governor in Judea, Pontius Pilate.

According to Pontius Pilate

1988•Drama
★5.9
Tempest (1982) movie poster
★5.9

Tempest: A sobering mid-life crisis fuels dissatisfaction in Philip Dimitrius, to the extent where the successful architect trade

Tempest

1982•Comedy

Full Filmography

Every movie Sergio Nicolai has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2019 The Two Popes Protodeacon Tauran Super Hit Similar →
2016 Uberto degli specchi - Flop Similar →
1998 The Dinner Padre di Francesco e Alessandra Hit Similar →
1997 Desert of Fire The Archivist at Duvivier-Legrand's Super Hit Similar →
1989 Manon Roland Lanthenas Flop Similar →
1988 According to Pontius Pilate Primo legionario Average Similar →
1986 Otello Roderigo Average Similar →
1985 The Assisi Underground Don Brunacci Flop Similar →
1985 Liberté, égalité, choucroute - Average Similar →
1983 Yor: The Hunter from the Future Kay Flop Similar →
1982 Tempest First Sailor Average Similar →
1977 D'Artagnan amoureux Mazarin Flop Similar →
1972 Orestea - Flop Similar →

Sergio Nicolai - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Sergio Nicolai?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Sergio Nicolai is "Desert of Fire" with a rating of 9.3/10.

How many movies has Sergio Nicolai acted in?

Sergio Nicolai has been featured in at least 13 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Sergio Nicolai?

Other notable films include "The Two Popes", "The Dinner", and "According to Pontius Pilate".

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