Jean Le Poulain was a French actor best known for Le Tour du monde en 80 jours, Les mystères de Paris, and Le Bossu. He had a prominent career in French theater and television, leaving a significant mark on the industry before his passing.
Personal and Family Life
Jean Le Poulain was born on September 12, 1924, in Marseille, France. He was the uncle of actresses Corinne Le Poulain and Vannick Le Poulain. Jean was also a great uncle to Julia Duchaussoy. He was a dedicated performer who won first prize at the Conservatoire in 1949 and became a beloved figure in French theater.
Career
Throughout his career, Jean was a member of the prestigious Comédie Française and served as its administrator in 1986. He became well-known for his roles in popular shows, especially in the television series ‘Au théâtre ce soir.’ His acting talent made him a favored performer in various French productions.
Death and Legacy
Jean Le Poulain passed away on March 1, 1988, in Paris, France. His legacy as a talented actor and writer continues to be remembered through his diverse roles in film and television. He is celebrated for his contributions to French culture and arts, inspiring future generations of actors.
Filmography
Title
Release Date
Character
Volpone
1978-12-08
Volpone
Arsène Lupin contre Arsène Lupin
1962-08-29
le préfet de police
L’Ibis rouge
1975-05-21
Margos
Divine
1975-06-10
Bobovitch
Les Gorilles
1964-12-23
The stage director
Le noir te va si bien
1975-12-22
John
Signé Furax
1981-04-01
Klakmuf
Elle boit pas, elle fume pas, elle drague pas, mais… elle cause !
1970-04-17
Gruson
Fric-Frac
1971-10-14
Jo
Le Bossu
1959-11-26
Peyrolles
La Dame de chez Maxim
1981-02-12
le Général Petypon du Grêlé
Salut Berthe !
1968-08-20
Beau Papa
De doux dingues
1972-01-24
Paul Lecuyer
Le Faiseur
1977-03-12
M. Mercadet
Le Voyage de monsieur Perrichon
1982-11-11
Monsieur Perrichon
Azaïs
1968-11-09
Le baron Wurtz
Interdit au public
1966-12-22
Hervé Montagne
La Nuit des rois
1973-05-18
Malvolio
La Puce à L’oreille
1978-12-01
Victor-Emmanuel Chandebise et Poche
Les deux timides
1978-03-26
Thibaudier
Le minotaure
1969-03-07
Michou
Un garçon, une fille. Le 17ème ciel
1966-04-27
L’homme à la voiture
Le Bourgeois gentilhomme
1970-05-07
Monsieur Jourdain
Miam-miam ou le Dîner d’affaires
1978-09-08
Lucien Beix
Le Signe du Lion
1962-05-03
Le Clochard
Et qu’ça saute !
1970-09-11
Don Pedro
Un coup dans l’aile
1963-12-31
Levaillant
Le Malade imaginaire
1986-02-22
Argan
Les Aventures des Pieds-Nickelés
1948-02-01
Les Mystères de Paris
1962-10-04
The schoolmaster
Le Voyage de monsieur Perrichon
1958-12-25
M. Mathieu, ex-Commandant au Deuxième Zouave
L’empire de la nuit
1962-12-05
Les livreurs
1961-07-24
Le Gorille a mordu l’archevêque
1962-10-03
Le roi du village
1963-06-22
L’histoire très bonne et très joyeuse de Colinot Trousse-Chemise