Bernard-Pierre Donnadieu
Biography
Bernard‑Pierre Donnadieu (2 July 1949 – 27 December 2010) was a French actor born in Paris, France. He studied theatre and literature at the Sorbonne Paris III and pursued a career that encompassed more than one hundred appearances in film, television and stage productions, with a recorded credit count of sixty‑eight on major databases. Frequently cast as a villain, criminal or psychopath, he gained early notice in 1976 with Roman Polanski’s The Tenant and Claude Lelouch’s Second Chance (French title Si c’était à refaire). Wider recognition followed his role in Georges Lautner’s 1981 action thriller. In addition to on‑screen work, Donnadieu provided French dubbing for numerous lead roles in English‑language movies. He was also known as Bernard Donnadieu and Conte.
Career overview
Bernard‑Pierre Donnadieu was born on 2 July 1949 in Paris, France, and died on 27 December 2010 at the age of 61. He pursued studies in theatre and literature at the Sorbonne Paris III before embarking on a career that spanned more than three decades. Over the course of his professional life he made more than one hundred appearances across film, television and the stage, frequently being cast in roles such as villains, criminals or psychopaths. In addition to his on‑screen work, Donnadieu provided the French dubbing voice for numerous lead characters in English‑language movies.
His early notable film work began in 1976 with a role in Roman Polanski’s The Tenant and in Claude Lelouch’s Second Chance (Si c’était à refaire). A further step in his visibility came with Georges Lautner’s 1981 action thriller, a film that earned him wider recognition within the French cinema community. Throughout his career he remained a versatile actor, alternating between supporting and leading parts while also maintaining a presence in theatrical productions. Known also by the names Bernard Donnadieu and Conte, his extensive body of work and distinctive portrayals left a lasting imprint on French film and television.
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68 titles- Jeanne Devère (2011) as Martin
- Des crimes presque parfaits (2010) as vocals
- Des crimes presque parfaits (2010) Vocals
- Du cristal à la fumée (2010) as Goering
- Les Condés: Policiers à Marseille (2009) as Narrateur
- À droite toute (2009) as François Salmon
- L'Affaire Salengro (2009) as Roger Salengro
- Paris 36 (2008) as Félix Galapiat
- Antonio Vivaldi - A Prince in Venice (2007) as l'ambassadeur de France
- How Much We Hated Each Other (2007) as Jean Monnet
- Austerlitz, la victoire en marchant (2006) as Napoléon
- Jusqu'au bout (2005) as Vincent Guérin
- Allons petits enfants (2005) as monsieur Haumont
- Les Passeurs (2004) as Maurice Nicod
- Clochemerle (2004) as Barthélémy Piéchut, the mayor
- Un petit garçon silencieux (2004) as Féodor Lakasse
- Jean Moulin (2002) as Charvet
- Druids (2001) as Dumnorix
- Dormir avec le diable (2001) as Leguen
- Le Pantalon (1997) as Col. Auoux
- Captain Red Beard (1997) as Barbe-Rouge (1997) (voice)
- Run for Your Life (1997) as Valck
- Caboose (1996) as Larrivée
- L'Affaire Dreyfus (1995) as Henry
- Happiness Is No Joke (1995) as Michel
- Justinien Trouve, or God's Bastard (1993) as Martin Coutouly
- Rosen-Emil (1993) as Dr. Friedmann
- Shadow of the Wolf (1992) as Brown
- Squadron (1992) as Franek Bała
- L'Alerte rouge (1991) as Francis Touvenel
- Miracle of Marcellino (1991) as Il conte
- Blanc d'ébène (1991) as L'adjudant-recruteur Mariani
- Fatal Lovers (1990) as Mark
- Cellini: A Violent Life (1990) as François the First
- Mit den Clowns kamen die Tränen (1990) as Dr. Eli Kaplan
- Les Jupons de la révolution (1989) as Mirabeau
- Christian (1989)
- The Vanishing (1988) as Raymond Lemorne
- Les lutteurs immobiles (1988) as David
- Double Face (1987) as Ring/Jean-Jean
- Beatrice (1987) as François de Cortemart
- Flagrant désir (1986) as Robert Barnac
- Max My Love (1986) as Archibald
- In the Shadow of the Wind (1986) as Pasteur Nicolas Jones
- Among Wolves (1985) as Capitaine de Saintes
- Urgence (1985) as Lucas Schroeder
- Street of the Damned (1984) as Mathias Hagen, dit 'Matt', le maître du quartier
- Life Is a Bed of Roses (1983) as Teacher
- The Death of Mario Ricci (1983) as Jacky Vermot
- Coup de feu (1983)
- The Informer (1983) as Malaggione
- Liberty Belle (1983) as Yvon
- The Return of Martin Guerre (1982) as Martin Guerre
- The Professional (1981) as L'inspecteur Farges
- L'Ennemi de la mort (1981) as le docteur Daniel Charbonnière
- Bolero (1981) as Le représentant Croix Rouge (UNICEF)
- Hothead (1979) as Lucien
- Such a Lovely Town... (1979) as Arnoux, le garagiste
- Twice a Woman (1979) as 2nd Frenchman
- Judith Therpauve (1978) as Laindreaux
- Police Commissioner Moulin (1976) as Aguir
- 30 millions d'amis (1976) as Self
- The Tenant (1976) as Bar waiter
- Mr. Klein (1976) as Extra (uncredited)
- Les Beaux Messieurs de Bois-Doré (1976) as Clindor
- Nick Verlaine ou Comment voler la tour Eiffel (1976)
- The Body of My Enemy (1976) as Le Truand Blond
- Les Cinq Dernières Minutes (1958) as Jacques Roucy
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Bernard-Pierre Donnadieu best known for?
Bernard-Pierre Donnadieu is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including No Plans At All (2024), The Vanishing (1988), Black Mirror (2011), Life Is a Bed of Roses (1983).
When and where was Bernard-Pierre Donnadieu born?
Bernard-Pierre Donnadieu was born on July 2, 1949 in Paris, France. They passed away on December 27, 2010.
How many credits does Bernard-Pierre Donnadieu have?
Bernard-Pierre Donnadieu has accumulated over 68 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1958 to 2011.
What is Bernard-Pierre Donnadieu's background in cinema and television?
Bernard‑Pierre Donnadieu (2 July 1949 – 27 December 2010) was a French actor born in Paris, France. He studied theatre and literature at the Sorbonne Paris III and pursued a career that encompassed more than one hundred appearances in film, television and stage productions, with a recorded credit count of sixty‑eight o...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- The Tenant (1976) as Bar waiter — aged about 26
- The Vanishing (1988) as Raymond Lemorne — aged about 38
- The Professional (1981) as L'inspecteur Farges — aged about 31
- Mr. Klein (1976) as Extra (uncredited) — aged about 26
- Police Commissioner Moulin (1976) as Aguir — aged about 26
- The Informer (1983) as Malaggione — aged about 33
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