Jehnny Beth
Biography
Jehnny Beth is a French actress known for her work in film. Born on December 24, 1984, in Poitiers, Vienne, France, she has appeared in several movies, including Stranger and An Impossible Love. Jehnny Beth's acting credits include at least 42 titles, with her known for her role as a grown-up Chantal in a film, which received critical acclaim for its similarity to author Christine Angot's style and a pragmatic view of the world. She is also a musician and composer, having been a member of bands John & Jehn and Savages. Jehnny Beth is based in London and Paris, and has been active in the entertainment industry since at least 2006.
Career overview
Jehnny Beth is a French actress known for her work in film. She has appeared in the 2023 film Stranger and the 2018 film An Impossible Love. Jehnny Beth's acting credits include at least 42 films and television shows.
Jehnny Beth's acting career has spanned multiple countries, with her being originally from Poitiers, France, and later based in London, England, since 2006, and also in Paris. Her performances have been recognized by critics for their unique qualities.
Jehnny Beth's acting style has been compared to that of Christine Angot, an author, by critics. Her portrayal of a character in a film was noted for its pragmatic view of the world. Jehnny Beth's acting career continues to be marked by her versatility and her ability to take on a wide range of roles.
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47 titles- Une chimère (2026) as Rachel
- Kaamelott: The Second Chapter (Part II) (2026) as Wulfstan
- Another Day (2026)
- Broken English (2026) as Self
- Hostage (2025) as Adrienne Pelletier
- Her Difference (2025) as Katia
- Kneecap: ARTE Concert (2024) as Self
- Kneecap: ARTE Concert (2024) Animation
- I Shot Andy Warhol: SCUM Manifesto (2024) as Narrator
- Anatomie d'une chute : L'ascension de Justine Triet (2024) as Self
- Slowdive: Echoes with Jehnny Beth (2024) as Self
- Anatomy of a Fall (2023) as Marge Berger
- Stranger (2023) as J
- Stranger (2023) Director
- Stranger (2023) Music
- Stranger (2023) Writer
- Jehnny Beth | Arte Concert Festival 2023 (2023) as Self
- Trentemøller Echoes With Jehnny Beth (2023)
- Squid Echoes with Jehnny Beth (2023)
- Enola Gay Echoes With Jehnny Beth (2023)
- Sex Is Comedy: The Revolution of Intimacy Coordinators (2023)
- Anika Echoes With Jehnny Beth (2023)
- Don Juan (2022) as La metteuse en scène
- Split (2022) as Eve
- En même temps (2022) as Nina
- Jehnny Beth | Rock en Seine 2022 (2022) as Self
- Astrakan (2022) as Marie
- Franz Ferdinand | Echoes with Jehnny Beth (ARTE concerts) (2022) as Présentatrice
- Paris, 13th District (2021) as Amber
- Kaamelott: The First Chapter (2021) as Wulfstan
- Live @ Echoes with Jehnny Beth (2020) as Self
- Oh Les Filles! (2019) as Self
- XY Chelsea (2019) Original Music Composer
- Gorillaz: Reject False Icons (2019) as Self
- I'm the Man (2019)
- Swans: Where Does a Body End? (2019) as Self
- An Impossible Love (2018) as Chantal (adult)
- Savages: Live à la Cigale (2018)
- Gorillaz: Demon Dayz Festival (2017) as Self
- Girl in a Band: Tales from the Rock 'n' Roll Front Line (2015) as Self
- Wiebo | Live at Philharmonie de Paris 2 (2015) as Self
- Sodium Babies (2009) as Marie-Jeanne
- Through the Forest (2005) as Armelle
- Through the Forest (2005) Original Music Composer
- Later... with Jools Holland (1992) as Self - Performer
- La faille
- The French Teacher as Clara
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Jehnny Beth best known for?
Jehnny Beth is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Broken English (2026), Hostage (2025), Anatomy of a Fall (2023), Paris, 13th District (2021).
When and where was Jehnny Beth born?
Jehnny Beth was born on December 24, 1984 in Poitiers, Vienne, France.
How many credits does Jehnny Beth have?
Jehnny Beth has accumulated over 47 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1992 to 2026.
What is Jehnny Beth's background in cinema and television?
Jehnny Beth is a French actress known for her work in film. Born on December 24, 1984, in Poitiers, Vienne, France, she has appeared in several movies, including Stranger and An Impossible Love. Jehnny Beth's acting credits include at least 42 titles, with her known for her role as a grown-up Chantal in a film, which r...