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ACTING . Acting . 80 years (deceased) . Geneva, Switzerland

Michel Simon_

"Born — Died "

Born Geneva, Switzerland
Birthday
80
Lived
50
Credits
Actor
Known For
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Popularity
89 yrs
Career
Updated Feb 20, 2026

Details

Known For
Actor
Birthday
(Tuesday)
Died
Birthplace
Nationality
Languages
French
Children
1 child: François Simon
Zodiac Sign
♈ Aries
Chinese Zodiac
羊 Goat
Name Origin
English < French < Medieval Latin (Franciscus)
Popularity
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Michel Simon is known for acting.
Born in Geneva, Switzerland (died at age 80).
2 awards including Silver Bear.
Michel Simon has 50 credits in our database.

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Filmography (50)

Carne: l'Homme a la Camera
Carne: l'Homme a la Camera
1985 / Film
Film
The Butcher, the Star and the Orphan
The Butcher, the Star and the Orphan
1975 / Film
Film
The Red Ibis
The Red Ibis
1975 / Film
Film
Blanche
Blanche
1972 / Film
Master
The Most Wonderful Evening of My Life
The Most Wonderful Evening of My Life
1972 / Film
Film
The House
The House
1970 / Film
Film
Let's Have a Riot
Let's Have a Riot
1970 / Film
Film
The Marriage Came Tumbling Down
The Marriage Came Tumbling Down
1968 / Film
Film
The Two of Us
The Two of Us
1967 / Film
Pépé
Cyrano and d'Artagnan
Cyrano and d'Artagnan
1964 / Film
Film

AWARDS (2)

B
Swiss Grand Prix for performing arts / Hans Reinhart Ring
1964
WON
B
Silver Bear
WON

Biography

Michel Simon (9 April 1895 – 30 May 1975) was a Swiss actor. He appeared in the notable films La Chienne (1931), Boudu Saved from Drowning (1932), L'Atalante (1934), Port of Shadows (1938), The Head (1959), and The Train (1964).

Frequently Asked Questions

How old was Michel Simon?
Michel Simon was born on and passed away on at the age of 80.
Where was Michel Simon born?
Michel Simon was born in Geneva, Switzerland.
What movies or shows has Michel Simon been in?
Michel Simon has 50 credits in our database. Notable titles include Carne: l'Homme a la Camera (1985), The Butcher, the Star and the Orphan (1975), The Red Ibis (1975), Blanche (1972), The Most Wonderful Evening of My Life (1972).
What is Michel Simon known for?
Michel Simon is primarily known as an actor. Michel Simon (9 April 1895 – 30 May 1975) was a Swiss actor. He appeared in the notable films La Chienne (1931), Boudu Saved from…
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