Updated Feb 20, 2026
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Known For
Actor
Occupations
Film director, Film actor, Screenwriter
Birthday
(Sunday)
Nationality
Citizenship
France
Languages
French
Parents
Pierre Léaud, Jacqueline Pierreux
Zodiac Sign
♊ Gemini
Chinese Zodiac
猴 Monkey
Name Origin
English < French
Popularity
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Jean-Pierre Léaud is known for acting.
Born in Paris, France (age 81).
6 awards including Commander of the Order of Merit of Portugal.
Jean-Pierre Léaud has 50 credits in our database.
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Filmography (50)
AWARDS (9)
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Honorary Palme d'Or
2016
WON
B
Honorary César
2000
WON
B
Silver Bear for Best Actor
1964
WON
B
Knight of the Legion of Honour
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Biography
Jean-Pierre Léaud (born May 28, 1944) is a French actor, best known for playing Antoine Doinel in François Truffaut's series of films about that character, beginning with The 400 Blows (1959). He also worked with Aki Kaurismäki, Pier Paolo Pasolini, Jacques Rivette, and Tsai Ming-liang. He is a significant figure of the French New Wave, having appeared in eight films by Jean-Luc Godard and seven by François Truffaut.
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How old is Jean-Pierre Léaud?
Jean-Pierre Léaud is 81 years old, born on .
Where was Jean-Pierre Léaud born?
Jean-Pierre Léaud was born in Paris, France.
What movies or shows has Jean-Pierre Léaud been in?
Jean-Pierre Léaud has 50 credits in our database. Notable titles include The Lion Sleeps Tonight (2018), Camille redouble (2012), Two in the Wave (2010), Face (2009), Cannes, 60 ans d'histoire (2007).
What is Jean-Pierre Léaud known for?
Jean-Pierre Léaud is primarily known as an actor. Jean-Pierre Léaud (born May 28, 1944) is a French actor, best known for playing Antoine Doinel in François Truffaut's series of films about that character,…
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