Albert Uderzo
- Known For
- Writing
- Born
- April 25, 1927 in Fismes, Marne, France
- Died
- March 24, 2020
- Active Years
- 1967–2026 (60 Years)
- Total Credits
- 39 credits in database
Biography
Albert Uderzo, born Alberto Aleandro Uderzo on April 25, 1927, in Fismes, France, was a French comic book artist and scriptwriter. He is widely recognized for his contributions to the Asterix series and his collaboration with Rene Goscinny on projects including Oumpah-pah. Following the death of Goscinny in 1977, Uderzo continued to write and illustrate the Asterix books independently through his own publishing house, Albert Rene. While he previously produced two albums per year, his solo output slowed to an average of one edition every three to five years. Despite this change, cover credits for the series continued to list both Goscinny and Uderzo. Uderzo died on March 24, 2020, at the age of 92.
Career overview
Albert Uderzo, born Alberto Aleandro Uderzo on April 25, 1927, in Fismes, France, was a French comic book artist and scriptwriter. He is widely recognized for his creative contributions to the Asterix series, as well as the comic Oumpah-pah. Much of his notable work was produced in collaboration with René Goscinny. During their partnership, the pair maintained a prolific output, producing approximately two albums per year.
Following the death of René Goscinny in 1977, Uderzo continued to write and illustrate the Asterix books independently. He published these works through his own publishing house, Albert René. During this period, his production pace slowed significantly, averaging one album or edition every three to five years. Despite his solo authorship, the cover credits for these books continued to list both Goscinny and Uderzo. Uderzo, who held 33 known credits in his career, passed away on March 24, 2020, in Neuilly-sur-Seine, France, at the age of 92.
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Full Filmography
39 titles- Asterix: The Kingdom of Nubia (2026) Characters
- Asterix & Obelix: The Big Fight (2025) Comic Book
- Asterix & Obelix: The Middle Kingdom (2023) Characters
- Uderzo, sur le divan d'Astérix (2023) as Self : Cartoonist (archive footage)
- One Night with Asterix & Obelix (2023) as Self (archive footage)
- Dogmatix and the Indomitables (2021) Characters
- Dogmatix and the Indomitables (2021) Creator
- Asterix: The Secret of the Magic Potion (2018) Characters
- Asterix: The Mansions of the Gods (2014) Comic Book
- La potion Astérix (2014) as Self
- Asterix & Obelix: God Save Britannia (2012) Comic Book
- Asterix at the Olympic Games (2008) Author
- Asterix and the Vikings (2006) Novel
- Sky Fighters (2005) Novel
- Asterix & Obelix: Mission Cleopatra (2002) Author
- Asterix und Co. - Die Comicwelten des Albert Uderzo (2002) as Self
- How we made Asterix & Obelix: Mission Cleopatra (2002) Thanks
- Asterix and Obelix Take On Caesar (1999) Author
- Tout le monde en parle (1998) as Self
- René Goscinny : profession humoriste (1998) as Self
- Asterix Conquers America (1994) Comic Book
- Asterix and the Big Fight (1989) Novel
- Sacrée soirée (1987) as Self
- Asterix in Britain (1986) Scenario Writer
- Asterix vs. Caesar (1985) Author
- Champs-Elysées (1982) as Self
- The Twelve Tasks of Asterix (1976) Producer
- The Twelve Tasks of Asterix (1976) Screenplay
- The Twelve Tasks of Asterix (1976) Director
- Les Grandes batailles du passé (1973) as Self
- Le Grand Échiquier (1972) as Self
- Samedi soir (1971) as Self
- Asterix and Cleopatra (1968) Director
- Asterix and Cleopatra (1968) Comic Book
- Asterix the Gaul (1967) Comic Book
- Deux Romains en Gaule (1967) as L'artiste de rue
- Deux Romains en Gaule (1967) Writer
- Astérix et les Douze Travaux Characters
- Astérix et les Douze Travaux Comic Book
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Albert Uderzo best known for?
Albert Uderzo is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Asterix: The Kingdom of Nubia (2026), Asterix & Obelix: The Big Fight (2025), Asterix & Obelix: The Middle Kingdom (2023), Asterix: The Secret of the Magic Potion (2018).
When and where was Albert Uderzo born?
Albert Uderzo was born on April 25, 1927 in Fismes, Marne, France. They passed away on March 24, 2020.
How many credits does Albert Uderzo have?
Albert Uderzo has accumulated over 39 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1967 to 2026.
What is Albert Uderzo's background in cinema and television?
Albert Uderzo, born Alberto Aleandro Uderzo on April 25, 1927, in Fismes, France, was a French comic book artist and scriptwriter. He is widely recognized for his contributions to the Asterix series and his collaboration with Rene Goscinny on projects including Oumpah-pah. Following the death of Goscinny in 1977, Uderz...
Albert Uderzo by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- Le Grand Échiquier (1972) as Self — aged about 45
- Asterix und Co. - Die Comicwelten des Albert Uderzo (2002) as Self — aged about 75
- Champs-Elysées (1982) as Self — aged about 55
- Samedi soir (1971) as Self — aged about 44
- Sacrée soirée (1987) as Self — aged about 60
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