Vladimir Penev

Acting

Freshness: Jan 20, 2026

10Total Films

10.0 Highest Rated

Born: Oct 24, 1958

Birth Place: Sofia, Bulgaria

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Vladimir Penev reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 10 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Vladimir Penev'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 30% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Vladimir Penev remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Ahab Was Here: Reflections on Moby Dick, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Vladimir Penev Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Vladimir Penev's career based on audience ratings.

★10.0

Ahab Was Here: Reflections on Moby Dick (2025) movie poster

★10.0

Ahab Was Here: Reflections on Moby Dick: A Bulgarian theater company struggles to adapt Herman Melville's epic "Moby Dick" for the stage, revealing the obsessive

Ahab Was Here: Reflections on Moby Dick

2025•Documentary

★7.0

★7.0

Emilia's Friends: Sofia, the 90's. Emilia's colorful group of friends are portrayed in a series of separate but intertwined stories. On it

Emilia's Friends

1996

★6.7

★6.7

Attraction: The young ravishing history teacher Lora Angelova is torn apart by the love she has for the school her father founded, a

Attraction

2018•Comedy

★6.2

★6.2

Zift: Moth is freed on parole after spending time in prison on a wrongful conviction of murder. Jailed shortly before the Bulg

Zift

2008•Thriller

★6.0

★6.0

Dante's Heaven: For 30 years 60-year-old Dante has been taking care of his sick mother and quietly working in a printing house. Within a

Dante's Heaven

2020•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Vladimir Penev.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2025	Ahab Was Here: Reflections on Moby Dick	Interviewee	Super Hit	Similar →
2020	Dante's Heaven	Dante	Average	Similar →
2020	Scenes from the Life of an Actress	-	Flop	Similar →
2018	Attraction	Stoev	Hit	Similar →
2016	Barter	-	Flop	Similar →
2014	Adultery	Александър	Flop	Similar →
2012	I Am You	Simeon	Flop	Similar →
2008	Zift	Slug	Average	Similar →
1996	Emilia's Friends	Berdyaev	Hit	Similar →
1983	The Poet and The Devil	The Poet	Flop	Similar →

Vladimir Penev - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Vladimir Penev?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Vladimir Penev is "Ahab Was Here: Reflections on Moby Dick" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Vladimir Penev acted in?

Vladimir Penev has been featured in at least 10 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Vladimir Penev?

Other notable films include "Emilia's Friends", "Attraction", and "Zift".