Vasilis Kanakis - Actor Profile

Vasilis Kanakis

Acting
Freshness: Jan 27, 2026
12Total Films
7.0 Highest Rated
Born: Jan 1, 1924

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Vasilis Kanakis reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 12 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Vasilis Kanakis'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 8% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Vasilis Kanakis remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Bouboulina, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Vasilis Kanakis Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Vasilis Kanakis's career based on audience ratings.

★7.0
Bouboulina (1959) movie poster
★7.0

Bouboulina: The life and action of Laskarina Bouboulina. Captain Lascarina decides to organize the revolution in Spetses and to part

Bouboulina

1959•History
★6.0
The Dawn of Triumph (1960) movie poster
★6.0

The Dawn of Triumph: A group of resistance fighters during the Occupation, collaborates with a lieutenant who comes to Greece from the headqu

The Dawn of Triumph

1960•War
★6.0
Nights in Miramare (1960) movie poster
★6.0

Nights in Miramare: The two daughters of Prince Aram come to Rhodes with their teacher. Their strict chaperone does not allow them to enjoy

Nights in Miramare

1960•Comedy
★5.4
Stournara 288 (1959) movie poster
★5.4

Stournara 288: Through the narration of a tenant of a block of flats on 288 Stournara street, we watch the everyday stories of people l

Stournara 288

1959•Comedy
★5.0
The Man on the Train (1958) movie poster
★5.0

The Man on the Train: A party of couples from Athens is planning to attend the performance of Medea in Ancient Epidaurus. They set off in thei

The Man on the Train

1958•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Vasilis Kanakis.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1989 Αθώος ή ένοχος; - Flop Similar →
1976 Oedipus at Colonus Theseus Flop Similar →
1974 Οιδίπους τύρρανος Κρέων Flop Similar →
1965 The mistake - Flop Similar →
1964 Thirst for Life - Flop Similar →
1960 The Dawn of Triumph Μίλλερ Average Similar →
1960 Nights in Miramare - Average Similar →
1959 Stournara 288 - Flop Similar →
1959 Bouboulina - Hit Similar →
1959 Ali Pasas and Lady Frosyni - Flop Similar →
1958 The Man on the Train - Flop Similar →
1949 Erotic Journey - Flop Similar →

Vasilis Kanakis - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Vasilis Kanakis?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Vasilis Kanakis is "Bouboulina" with a rating of 7.0/10.

How many movies has Vasilis Kanakis acted in?

Vasilis Kanakis has been featured in at least 12 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Vasilis Kanakis?

Other notable films include "The Dawn of Triumph", "Nights in Miramare", and "Stournara 288".