DIRECTING . Directing . 59 years (deceased) . Pontchâteau, Loire-Atlantique, France

Jacques Demy_

BAFTA WINNER Pontchâteau, Loire-Atlantique, France

"Born — Died "

Born Pontchâteau, Loire-Atlantique, France
Birthday
59
Lived
15
Credits
Director
Known For
0.5
Popularity
48 yrs
Career
Updated Feb 20, 2026

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Known For
Director
Birthday
(Friday)
Birthplace
Pontchâteau, Loire-Atlantique, France
Height
1 cm (0'0")
Nationality
Languages
French
Spouse
Agnès Varda (1962-1990)
Children
1 child: Mathieu Demy
Education
École nationale supérieure Louis-Lumière
Zodiac Sign
♊ Gemini
Chinese Zodiac
羊 Goat
Popularity
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Jacques Demy is known for directing.
Born in Pontchâteau, Loire-Atlantique, France (died at age 59).
2 awards including Louis Delluc Prize.
Jacques Demy has 15 credits in our database.
Studied at Array.

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AWARDS (5)

G
Palme d'Or
1964
WON
G
Screen Actors Guild Awards
Palme d'Or
1964
WON
B
Louis Delluc Prize
1963
WON
G
BAFTA Award for Best Film
WON

Biography

Jacques Demy (June 5, 1931 – October 27, 1990) was a French director and screenwriter. He appeared in the wake of the French New Wave. His films are well known for their sumptuous look, drawing on Hollywood musicals, fairy tales, jazz, and opera.

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Jacques Demy was born on and passed away on at the age of 59.
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Jacques Demy was born in Pontchâteau, Loire-Atlantique, France.
What movies or shows has Jacques Demy been in?
Jacques Demy has 15 credits in our database. Notable titles include The Young Girls Turn 25 (1993), The Turning Table (1988), Trois places pour le 26 (1988), Parking (1985), A Room in Town (1982).
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