Benoît Poelvoorde
Known for
Benoît Poelvoorde is a Belgian actor and comedian born on September 22, 1964, in Namur, Belgium. He first gained international attention for co-creating and starring in the mockumentary Man Bites Dog (1992), a darkly satirical breakout film. Poelvoorde went on to build a prolific career in French-language cinema, known for his sharp comic timing and willingness to play unhinged or eccentric characters. He has worked frequently in French comedies over subsequent decades. His work has made him a distinctive presence in Francophone film.
Benoît Poelvoorde
80 Movies
4 Series
Benoît Poelvoorde is a Belgian actor and comedian born on September 22, 1964, in Namur, Belgium. He first gained international attention for co-creating and starring in the mockumentary Man Bites Dog (1992), a darkly satirical breakout film. Poelvoorde went on to build a prolific career in French-language cinema, known for his sharp comic timing and willingness to play unhinged or eccentric characters. He has worked frequently in French comedies over subsequent decades. His work has made him a distinctive presence in Francophone film.
Movies
Plays Brutus
Asterix at the Olympic Games
2008
Plays La Brosse
Beating Hearts
2024
Plays Paul-André
Family for Rent
2015
Plays Étienne Balsan
Coco Before Chanel
2009
Plays Major Roland Bodin
How to Make a Killing
2025
Plays God
The Brand New Testament
2015
Plays Francis Reggio
Dead Weight
2002
Director
Plays René Altrus
Modèle déposé
1995
Plays L'innocent
Just for Laughs
1997
Plays Jean Chevalin /Jacob
Lucky Star
2025
Director
Plays Ben
Man Bites Dog
1992
Plays Le pied (voice)
Le Pied
2003
Plays Ruben Vandevoorde
Nothing to Declare
2010
Plays Marc Beaulieu
3 Hearts
2014
Plays Gustave Joubert
The Colors of Fire
2022
Plays Charles
White as Snow
2019
Plays Monté Carlo
How I Became a Superhero
2020
Plays Commissioner Buron
Keep an Eye Out
2018
Plays Father (voice)
Savages
2024
Plays Marcus
Sink or Swim
2018
Plays Bernard Chamodot
Venice Calling
2019
Plays Bernard Frédéric, double of Claude François
Jean-Philippe
2006
Plays Lenny Barr
Narco
2004
Plays Bernard Frédéric
Podium
2004
Plays Customer at the hook
Park Benches
2009
Plays Jean-René Van Den Hugde
Romantics Anonymous
2010
Plays Lézardin
Smoking Causes Coughing
2022
Plays Daniel Piron
Cowboy
2007
Plays Guy l'ingénieur
Louise-Michel
2008
Plays Philippe
The Big Bad Wolf
2013
Plays Boris
The Jews
2016
Plays Claude Tranchant
Do You Do You Saint-Tropez
2021
Plays Pierre
An Indian Tale
2017
Plays Hinkel
Adoration
2020
Plays Motocross Fan
Aaltra
2004
Plays Marcel Bellmer
Inexorable
2021
Plays Rémy Bassano
Two Worlds
2007
Plays Le banquier
Tied
2013
Plays Paul
A Wonderful Girl
2023
Plays Eddy
The Price of Fame
2015
Plays Mr. Manatane
Mr. Manatane's notebooks
2003
Plays Raoul Taburin
Raoul Taburin
2019
Plays Patrick Demeuleu
My Worst Nightmare
2011
Plays Bruno
Saint Amour
2016
Plays Roger
The Carriers Are Waiting
1999
Plays Le livreur Alimazone
Delete History
2020
Plays Franck Chevrel
Beauties at War
2009
Plays Benoît Bonzini, alias NOT
The Big Night
2012
Plays Félix
The Green Shutters
2022
Plays Le récupérateur de métal
Mammuth
2010
Latest Trailers
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I Love Peru
Full Filmography
Lucky Star
Jean Chevalin /Jacob
2025
Film
How to Make a Killing
Major Roland Bodin
2025
Film
The Art of Nothing
Yves Machond
2024
Film
Beating Hearts
La Brosse
2024
Film
Savages
Father (voice)
2024
Film
Represent
Éric Andréï · 6 episodes
2023
TV
A Wonderful Girl
Paul
2023
Film
Normal
William
2023
Film
Smoking Causes Coughing
Lézardin
2022
Film
Photos
Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Benoît Poelvoorde and where are they from?
Benoît Poelvoorde is 61 years old, born on September 22, 1964 in Namur, Belgium.
What are the most famous roles of Benoît Poelvoorde?
Benoît Poelvoorde is best known for roles in Asterix at the Olympic Games, The Brand New Testament, Sink or Swim.
How many movies has Benoît Poelvoorde been in?
Over a 39-year career (since 1987), Benoît Poelvoorde has appeared in 80 movies and 4 TV shows.
What was Benoît Poelvoorde's first movie?
The career of Benoît Poelvoorde began with Mama's Lover (1987).
What is Benoît Poelvoorde's most recent movie or series?
Benoît Poelvoorde's most recent release is Lucky Star, which premiered on November 12, 2025.
What TV shows has Benoît Poelvoorde appeared in?
On television, Benoît Poelvoorde has appeared in Represent, Quotidien, A Town Called Panic, Mr. Manatane's Notebooks.
Does Benoît Poelvoorde have any upcoming projects?
Yes, Benoît Poelvoorde's upcoming work includes: Fausse note (2026), 5H48, Place des Martyrs (2027).
Benoît Poelvoorde
1964-09-22 · Namur, Belgium
Benoît Poelvoorde is a Belgian actor, comedian, and filmmaker, born on September 22, 1964, in Namur, Belgium. He first gained recognition with the cult film C'est arrivé près de chez vous (1992), a darkly comedic mockumentary where he played a serial killer with unsettling charm. This film launched his career and established his unique blend of humor and intensity.
Throughout the late 1990s and 2000s, Poelvoorde became a staple of Franco-Belgian cinema, starring in comedies like Les Randonneurs (1997), Le Vélo de Ghislain Lambert (2001), and Podium (2004), where he portrayed an obsessive Claude François impersonator—a role that earned him a César nomination. His versatility allowed him to transition into more dramatic roles, such as Entre ses mains (2005) and Coco avant Chanel (2009), where he starred alongside Audrey Tautou.
In recent years, Poelvoorde has continued to balance absurdist comedy (Au poste !, Fumer fait tousser) with auteur-driven projects (Le Tout Nouveau Testament, Saint-Amour). His ability to oscillate between slapstick humor and introspective performances makes him one of the most distinctive actors in European cinema