Polish movie actors born in the year 1931
Here are 20 famous actors from Poland were born in 1931:
Jan Rutkiewicz
Jan Rutkiewicz (November 25, 1931 Wilno Voivodeship - II RP-) is a Polish film director, costume designer, actor and television director. He has one child, Magdalena Rutkiewicz.
Rutkiewicz began his career in film as a costume designer for the 1958 film "Ciemna rzeka" (Dark River). He then went on to direct several films including "Gniazdo" (The Nest) in 1974, "Wycieczka w nieznane" (A Trip into the Unknown) in 1983, and "Pocztówki z Republiki Absurdu" (Postcards from the Republic of Absurd) in 1993.
In addition to his work in film, Rutkiewicz also directed and acted in several television shows and dramas. He was known for his versatility as an artist, often taking on different roles within the production of a film or show.
Throughout his career, Rutkiewicz received numerous honors and awards for his contributions to the Polish film industry, including the Golden Duck award for Best Director for "Wycieczka w nieznane". He passed away on August 1, 2011, leaving behind a legacy of creativity and dedication to the arts.
Jan Biczycki
Jan Biczycki (June 20, 1931 Katowice-February 18, 1996 Munich) otherwise known as Jan Pawel Biczycki, Jan Paul Biczycki, Jan Paulus Biczyzcki, Jan Byczycki or Jan-Paul Biczycki was a Polish actor.
He studied at the National Theatre School in Kraków and later moved to Germany in the 1960s, where he became a prominent stage and screen actor. Biczycki appeared in over 100 films, television shows and stage productions throughout his career, including several popular German TV series such as "Derrick" and "Tatort". He was also recognized for his work in the 1981 film "Das Boot", which is widely regarded as one of the greatest war films ever made. In addition to his acting career, Biczycki was a painter and exhibited his works in galleries throughout Europe. He passed away in Munich at the age of 64.
Bernard Krawczyk
Bernard Krawczyk (May 20, 1931 Podłęże Szlacheckie-) is a Polish actor.
He began his acting career in the 1950s and has since appeared in numerous films, TV dramas, and theater productions in Poland. Krawczyk is well-known for his roles in popular Polish films such as "Kanał", "The Saragossa Manuscript", and "The Aquarium". He has also worked with some of the most notable Polish directors, including Roman Polański and Andrzej Wajda.
In addition to his acting work, Krawczyk is also a writer and has authored several books on Polish cinema and theater. He has also served as a member of the Polish Film Institute and has been honored with multiple awards for his contributions to Polish culture, including the Order of Polonia Restituta.
Despite his age, Krawczyk continues to work in the entertainment industry and is considered one of the most respected figures in Polish theater and film.
Yuri Mazurok
Yuri Mazurok (July 18, 1931 Kraśnik-April 1, 2006 Moscow) a.k.a. Yury Mazurok, Juri Mazurok, Юрий Антонович Мазурок, Yuri Mazurok or Mazurok, Yuri was a Polish actor and opera singer.
Mazurok was best known for his performances in the bass-baritone range, and for his portrayal of Ivan Susanin in the opera A Life for the Tsar by Mikhail Glinka. Born in Kraśnik, Poland, Mazurok began his career as a singer in the early 1950s, performing in various theaters in Moscow. He soon gained popularity as an opera singer and went on to perform in several prestigious theaters across Europe, including the Vienna State Opera and the Royal Opera House in London.
Along with his career in opera, Mazurok also made several appearances in films and television series. He is well known for his roles in the films "Maksim Perepelitsa", "The Admirer of a Married Woman", and "White Bim Black Ear". Throughout his career, Mazurok received numerous awards and honors for his contributions to the arts, including the People's Artist of the USSR in 1981. He passed away in Moscow in 2006 at the age of 74.
Zwi Kanar
Zwi Kanar (July 16, 1931 Skalbmierz-) a.k.a. Zvi Kanar is a Polish actor.
He is best known for his roles in the films "The Bicycle" (1955), "Ashes and Diamonds" (1958), and "Krzyżacy" (1960). Kanar began his career in the 1950s in Poland's thriving film industry and quickly gained popularity for his dramatic acting. He later moved to Israel and continued his career there, appearing in several Israeli productions. Kanar also became involved in the Jewish community, advocating for Holocaust survivors and serving as a board member of the Jewish Community Center in Jerusalem. Throughout his career, Kanar was recognized for his contributions to Polish and Israeli cinema, receiving numerous awards and honors.
Bogumił Kobiela
Bogumił Kobiela (May 31, 1931 Katowice-July 10, 1969 Gdańsk) a.k.a. Bogumil Kobeila or Bohdan Kobiela was a Polish actor.
He graduated from the State Theatre School in Kraków in 1953, and made his stage debut the following year in Lublin. Kobiela appeared in numerous films, including "Eroica" (1958), "Lotna" (1959), and "Krzyżacy" (1960). He was also a prolific voice actor, dubbing foreign films into Polish. Despite his successful career, Kobiela struggled with alcohol addiction and died at the age of 38 in Gdańsk.
Ignacy Gogolewski
Ignacy Gogolewski (June 17, 1931 Ciechanów-) is a Polish actor, film director and theatre director. His child is called Agnieszka Gogolewska.
Gogolewski graduated from the National Academy of Dramatic Art in Warsaw and began his acting career in the 1950s. He appeared in more than 70 films, including several directed by Andrzej Wajda, and was a frequent collaborator of Roman Polanski. In addition to his acting work, Gogolewski directed several films and stage productions, and served as the artistic director of the National Theatre in Warsaw from 1972 to 1980. He was honored with numerous awards throughout his career, including the Commander's Cross of the Order of Polonia Restituta and the Gloria Artis Gold Medal for Cultural Merit. Gogolewski died on October 6, 2021 in Warsaw at the age of 90.
Zdzisław Kuźniar
Zdzisław Kuźniar (July 26, 1931 Gdańsk-) also known as Zdzislaw Kuzniar is a Polish actor.
He graduated from the National Higher School of Theatre in Warsaw in 1953. Kuzniar made his debut in the film "Awans" directed by Feliks Falk in 1974. Throughout his career, he starred in many popular films and TV shows, including "Czterdziestolatek" (The Forty-Year-Old), "Czterdziestolatek 20 lat później" (The Forty-Year-Old, 20 Years Later), and "Klan" (The Clan). In addition to acting, Kuzniar also worked as a voice actor, dubbing foreign films and animations into Polish. He was awarded a Medal for Merit to Culture - Gloria Artis by the Minister of Culture and National Heritage of Poland in 2010.
Henryk Kluba
Henryk Kluba (January 9, 1931 Przystajń-June 11, 2005 Konin) was a Polish actor and film director.
He graduated from the National Higher School of Theatre in Krakow in 1954 and began his acting career at the Stary Teatr in Krakow. He appeared in over 70 films and television productions, including the award-winning films "A Year of the Quiet Sun" and "The Promised Land". He also directed several films, including "Tomorrow's End" and "Aguirre, the Wrath of God". In addition to his successful acting and directing career, Kluba was known for his work in promoting Polish culture and arts, and for his charitable endeavors. He received numerous awards for his contributions to Polish cinema and culture, including the Polish Film Academy Award for Lifetime Achievement in 2003.
Wincenty Grabarczyk
Wincenty Grabarczyk (August 19, 1931 Uhryń-) is a Polish actor. His child is called Andrzej Grabarczyk.
Wincenty Grabarczyk is best known for his numerous roles in film, television and theatre productions. He studied at the State Theatre School in Krakow and made his stage debut in 1953. In the 1960s, he appeared in several popular Polish films, including "Bitwa na Ostrobramskiej" (1961) and "Krzyżacy" (1960).
Grabarczyk's talent as an actor was widely recognized in Poland and he received several awards, including the prestigious Gold Cross of Merit and the Order of Polonia Restituta. In addition to his work in film and television, he was also a prominent theatre actor and performed in numerous productions at the National Theatre in Warsaw and other renowned theatres across Poland.
Grabarczyk's legacy as an actor in Poland has endured, with many younger actors citing him as an inspiration and role model. He remains a beloved figure in Polish cultural life, and his contributions to Polish theatre and film have been celebrated both during his lifetime and posthumously. Grabarczyk passed away on December 23, 2012 in Warsaw, Poland.
Ferdynand Matysik
Ferdynand Matysik (April 21, 1931 Drogomyśl-) also known as E. Matysik is a Polish actor. He has one child, Grzegorz Matysik.
Matysik began his acting career in the early 1950s, performing on the stage with the Polski Theatre in Bydgoszcz. He later moved to Warsaw and worked with the Ateneum Theatre and the National Theatre. Matysik has also appeared in many films and television series, including "Krzyżacy," "Nights and Days," and "Oficerowie." He is known for his versatility as an actor, performing in a variety of roles ranging from comedy to drama. In addition to acting, Matysik has also worked as a voice-over artist, dubbing foreign films into Polish. Throughout his career, Matysik has received numerous awards for his contributions to Polish film and theatre, including the Knight's Cross of the Order of Polonia Restituta.
Tadeusz Wojtych
Tadeusz Wojtych (August 10, 1931 Lille-) is a Polish actor.
He grew up in a family of actors and was drawn to the stage from a young age. After studying at the National Academy of Dramatic Art in Warsaw, he began his career at the Wybrzeże Theatre in Gdańsk. Wojtych became known for his performances in both classical and modern plays, and his talent led him to become a member of the Polish Film Artists Association. He has appeared in over 60 films and television series, including the Academy Award-winning film "Ida" (2013). Wojtych has also been recognized for his work on stage, receiving numerous awards and distinctions for his performances. In addition to his acting career, he is also an accomplished writer, having published several books and plays. Wojtych is considered a master of his craft in Poland and continues to act today.
Antoni Pszoniak
Antoni Pszoniak (February 1, 1931 Lviv-) is a Polish actor.
He made his theatrical debut in the early 1950s and became a prominent figure in the Polish theatre scene. Pszoniak also appeared in many films, including Andrzej Wajda's "The Promised Land" and "The Maids of Wilko". He gained international recognition for his role in the film "The Tin Drum", which won the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival in 1979. Pszoniak has been honed with numerous awards for his contributions to Polish literature and culture, including the Gold Cross of Merit and the Knight's Cross of the Order of Polonia Restituta. Despite retiring from acting in the early 1990s, he remains a celebrated figure in Polish theatre and film.
Mieczyslaw Gajda
Mieczyslaw Gajda (June 13, 1931 Warsaw-) is a Polish actor.
Gajda graduated from the National Higher School of Theatre in Warsaw in 1953 and is considered to be one of the prominent actors of Polish theatre and cinema. He was a member of the National Theatre, Warsaw from 1953 to 1976 and then joined the Theatre of Comedy where he worked until 1991. He has also appeared in numerous Polish films and television series, including "Kanal" (1957), "Ewa chce spac" (1958), "Matka Joanna od aniolów" (1961), and "Gentleman z rewolwerem" (1972). In 1974, he received the Order of Polonia Restituta for his contributions to the Polish culture.
Janusz Sykutera
Janusz Sykutera (August 29, 1931 Starogard Gdański-December 8, 1997 Kraków) was a Polish actor. His child is called Malgorzata Sykutera.
Janusz Sykutera was born on August 29, 1931, in Starogard Gdański, Poland. He graduated from the State Higher School of Theatre in Warsaw in 1955 and began his acting career soon after. Sykutera appeared in numerous plays, films, and television shows. He was known for his versatile acting skills and ability to portray complex characters.
In addition to his acting career, Sykutera also worked as a director and screenwriter. He was involved in the making of several films and television shows throughout his career. Some of his notable works include "Four Tank-Men and a Dog," "Powrót trzech króli," and "The Hexer."
Sykutera passed away on December 8, 1997, in Kraków, Poland, at the age of 66. He left behind his daughter, Małgorzata Sykutera, who is also an actress. Despite his relatively short life, Janusz Sykutera left a lasting impact on Polish cinema and theatre.
Janusz Kubik
Janusz Kubik (January 5, 1931 Żyrardów-July 27, 1999 Łódź) was a Polish film director, screenwriter, actor and cinematographer.
Kubik was a prominent figure in the Polish cinema industry, having directed several highly-acclaimed films such as "The Silent Stranger" and "Look at These Young People". He began his career as a cinematographer, then went on to direct and write his own films. Kubik was known for his unique visual style, often incorporating surreal and dreamlike imagery in his works. In addition to his film work, he also appeared as an actor in several films, including "The Round-Up" and "The Constant Factor". After his death, the Polish Film Institute named an award after him to recognize outstanding achievement in cinematography.
Janusz Kubicki
Janusz Kubicki (May 27, 1931 Inowrocław-) is a Polish actor.
He was born in Inowrocław, Poland in May 27, 1931. Kubicki graduated from the National Academy of Dramatic Art in Warsaw and began his acting career on stage. He became well-known in Poland for his roles in films such as "Zmiennicy" (1986) and "Młode Wilki" (1974). In addition to his film career, Kubicki has played many unforgettable roles in popular Polish TV theatre productions. He won several awards for his work in theatre, including the prestigious Medal for Merit to Culture – Gloria Artis. He passed away on September 7, 2018, in Warsaw, Poland.
Stanislaw Sparazynski
Stanislaw Sparazynski (July 22, 1931 Golina-) is a Polish actor.
He began his acting career in 1955 at the Wroclaw Pantomime Theater before joining the National Theater in Warsaw in 1959. Sparazynski has appeared in numerous Polish films, including "Zmiennicy" (1986), "Kingsajz" (1987), and "C.K. Dezerterzy" (1986). He is also known for his work in theater, having performed in productions of Shakespeare's "Hamlet" and "King Lear," as well as the classic Polish play "The Wedding" by Stanislaw Wyspianski. Sparazynski has received several awards throughout his career, including the Officer's Cross of the Order of Polonia Restituta and the Gloria Artis Medal for Cultural Merit.
Karol Dillenius
Karol Dillenius (August 3, 1931 Lviv-) is a Polish actor.
He was born in Lviv, which at that time was part of Poland (now in Ukraine). Dillenius began his acting career in the 1950s, appearing in various theater productions in Poland. In 1963, he made his film debut in the Polish film "Krzyżacy" ("The Knights of the Teutonic Order").
Over the course of his career, Dillenius appeared in numerous films and television shows, including "Czterdziestolatek" ("The Forty-Year-Old"), "Klan" ("The Clan"), and "Zmiennicy" ("The Changelings"). He also worked as a voice actor, dubbing foreign films and shows into Polish.
Despite his success as an actor, Dillenius is known for being a private individual and rarely gives interviews or appears in public.
Janusz Cywinski
Janusz Cywinski (September 15, 1931 Byaroza-January 5, 1989 Warsaw) was a Polish actor.
He made his debut on stage in 1952 and quickly rose to become one of the most popular actors in Poland. He had a prolific career, appearing in over 40 films and numerous stage productions. He was known for his dynamic and versatile acting style, which allowed him to play a wide range of characters, from comedic to dramatic roles. Some of his most notable films include "Jarzębina Czerwona", "Zmiennicy", and "Człowiek z marmuru". Cywiński was also recognized for his contributions to Polish theater and was awarded the prestigious Order of Polonia Restituta in 1988. He passed away in 1989 in Warsaw, leaving behind a legacy as one of Poland's greatest actors.