Polish movie actors born in the year 1949
Here are 18 famous actors from Poland were born in 1949:
Tomasz Bialkowski
Tomasz Bialkowski (August 10, 1949 Gdańsk-) also known as Tomaz Bialkowski is a Polish actor.
He studied acting at the National Academy of Dramatic Art in Warsaw and began his career in the 1970s. Bialkowski is known for his work in the theater, film, and television. Some of his notable roles include the character of Ulrich in the 1981 film "Man of Iron" and the character of Juror 7 in the 1976 film "12 Angry Men". He has also appeared in numerous popular Polish TV series, such as "Stawka wieksza niz zycie" and "13 posterunek". Bialkowski is considered one of the most talented and respected actors in Poland, and he has received several awards for his work, including the Order of Polonia Restituta in 2005.
Jerzy Bończak
Jerzy Bończak (July 29, 1949 Bieżuń-) a.k.a. Jerzy Bonczak is a Polish actor. He has two children, Piotr Bończak and Anna Bończak.
Bończak has appeared in a wide variety of films, television shows, and stage productions throughout his career. He first gained national attention in Poland for his role in the popular television series "Czterdziestolatek" ("The Forty-Year-Old"), which aired in the late 1970s. Since then, he has appeared in dozens of films, including "Kiler" and "Pan Tadeusz," both of which are among the highest-grossing movies ever in Poland. He has also acted in several theatrical productions, including a number of plays by William Shakespeare. In addition to his acting work, Bończak has also worked as a voice actor, dubbing foreign films and TV shows into Polish. Over the years, he has lent his voice to characters in everything from Disney cartoons to Japanese anime. In recognition of his contributions to Polish culture, he has received numerous awards, including the Order of Polonia Restituta, one of the highest honors that can be bestowed upon a civilian in Poland.
Andrzej Walden
Andrzej Walden (March 14, 1949 Wrocław-) is a Polish actor.
He is best known for his roles in films such as "Man of Marble" (1977), "The Constant Factor" (1980), and "A Short Film About Love" (1988). Walden started his acting career in the 1970s and has since appeared in numerous films, television shows, and theater productions, earning critical acclaim for his performances. In addition to his acting career, he has also worked as a director and screenwriter, and has received several awards for his contributions to Polish cinema. Walden is considered to be one of Poland's most respected actors and has had a significant impact on the country's cultural landscape.
Andrzej Brzeski
Andrzej Brzeski (November 14, 1949 Warsaw-) is a Polish actor.
Brzeski began his acting career in the early 1970s, performing in stage productions at the Dramatic Theatre in Warsaw. He later transitioned to film and television acting, appearing in numerous Polish movies and TV series throughout the 1980s and 90s. Some of his notable roles include appearances in "The Interrogation" (1982), "Kingsajz" (1987), and "V.I.P." (1991).
Brzeski has also lent his voice to various character roles in dubbed versions of foreign films and animated series. In addition to his acting work, he has also directed several theater productions, including "The Marriage" and "Man in Love," both of which premiered at the Dramatic Theatre in Warsaw.
Outside of his artistic career, Brzeski has been actively involved in Polish politics as a member of the Social Democracy of Poland party, serving as a councilor in the city of Warsaw from 1998 to 2006.
Mieczysław Hryniewicz
Mieczysław Hryniewicz (August 31, 1949 Wąsosz-) is a Polish actor.
He graduated from the National Academy of Dramatic Art in Warsaw in 1974 and made his debut on stage the same year. He has appeared in numerous films, television shows and theater productions throughout his career. Some of his notable film work includes roles in "Krótki film o miłości" (A Short Film About Love), "Stan strachu" (State of Fear) and "Barwy ochronne" (Camouflage). Hryniewicz is also a well-respected voice actor, having lent his voice to several animated films and TV shows. In addition to his acting work, Hryniewicz is also a noted stage director and has directed several theater productions in Poland.
Janusz Rewiński
Janusz Rewiński (September 16, 1949 Żary-) also known as Janusz Rewinski is a Polish actor and voice actor. His children are called Aleksander Rewiński and Jonasz Rewiński.
Janusz Rewiński began his acting career in the 1970s, appearing in several theater productions and movies. He has played a variety of roles over the years, ranging from comedic to dramatic, and has become a well-known figure in the Polish entertainment industry. In addition to his work as an actor, Rewiński is also a prolific voice actor, lending his voice to numerous animated films and TV shows. Some of his most famous roles include the voice of Shrek in the Polish language version of the movie, as well as the voice of Gandalf in the Polish dub of The Lord of the Rings film series. Rewiński has won several awards for his work, including the Order of Polonia Restituta and the Gloria Artis Medal for Cultural Merit. He continues to act and voice act to this day, and is considered one of the most respected and talented performers in Poland.
Svika Pick
Svika Pick (October 3, 1949 Wrocław-) otherwise known as Henrik Zvi "Svika" Pick, Tzvika Pik, Tsvika Pick, Zwika Pick, Henrik Zvi Pik, צביקה פיק, Zvika Pik or Svika is a Polish singer, composer, actor and film score composer. He has two children, Sharona Pick and Daniela Pick.
Svika Pick was born in Wrocław, Poland, but he and his family moved to Israel when he was just a few years old. He got his start in the music industry in the 1970s as a member of the music group Kaveret. After the group disbanded, Pick went on to pursue a successful solo career as a singer and songwriter. He has released numerous albums over the years, including "Yesh Bi Ahava" and "Svika Pick '89".
In addition to his work as a musician, Pick has also composed music for films and television series. He is perhaps best known for his work on the Israeli version of the popular reality show "Survivor". Pick has won numerous awards for his contributions to music and entertainment, including the Israel Prize in 1998.
Outside of music, Pick has also acted in several films and television shows. He made his acting debut in the 1978 film "Sallah Shabati" and has since appeared in dozens of productions. Pick's daughter, Daniela Pick, is also a musician and has collaborated with Quentin Tarantino on several film soundtracks.
Slawomir Sulej
Slawomir Sulej (September 6, 1949 Wrocław-) is a Polish actor.
He graduated from the Aleksander Zelwerowicz State Theatre Academy in Warsaw in 1971. Sulej became a prominent actor in Poland, appearing in numerous TV shows, film productions, and theater plays. He is particularly well-known for his roles in "Krótki film o miłości" (A Short Film About Love), "Kamienie na szaniec" (Stones for the Rampart), and "Czterdziestolatek" (Forty-year-old). In addition to acting, Sulej has also served as the rector of the Ludwik Solski Academy for the Dramatic Arts in Krakow.
Waldemar Kownacki
Waldemar Kownacki (April 14, 1949 Grajewo-) is a Polish actor. He has one child, Franciszek Kownacki.
Waldemar Kownacki began his career in theater in the 1970s, working in several theaters in Poland. He gained recognition for his performances in plays such as "Hamlet" and "The Wedding". Kownacki eventually transitioned to film and television, where he became a popular character actor.
Some of his notable film roles include "The Maids of Wilko", "Strike", and "The Decalogue". He also appeared in numerous television series, such as "The Four Tank-Men and a Dog", "Czterdziestolatek", and "Klan".
In addition to his acting work, Kownacki has also served as a professor at the National Film School in Lodz. He has won several awards for his contributions to Polish theater and cinema, including the Order of Polonia Restituta.
Wieslaw Komasa
Wieslaw Komasa (January 15, 1949 Nowy Wiśnicz-) a.k.a. Wiesław Komasa is a Polish actor. His child is called Jan Komasa.
Wieslaw Komasa is a highly respected actor in Poland, having appeared in numerous films, television series and theatrical productions throughout his career. He graduated from the National Film School in Łódź and made his acting debut in 1971. He became known for his versatile acting skills and ability to portray a wide range of characters. He has received many awards for his work, including two Best Actor awards at the Polish Film Festival in Gdynia. In addition to his acting career, he has also worked as a director and teacher at the National Film School. His son, Jan Komasa, is also a successful film director.
Krzysztof Wakulinski
Krzysztof Wakulinski (March 27, 1949 Warsaw-) is a Polish actor.
Krzysztof Wakulinski began his acting career in the 1970s, and has since become a well-known actor in Poland. He has appeared in a variety of films, TV shows, and stage productions, earning critical acclaim for his performances. Some of his most notable roles include the character of Inspector Olecki in the TV series "07 zgłoś się", and the character of Fornalski in the film "Kiler". Wakulinski has won numerous awards for his work, including the Best Actor award at the 1992 PFF in Gdynia. He continues to act and is considered one of the most respected actors in Polish cinema.
Andrzej Precigs
Andrzej Precigs (August 22, 1949 Warsaw-) is a Polish actor.
Precigs began his acting career at the Teatr Powszechny in Warsaw in 1970. Throughout his career, he has worked with some of Poland's most eminent directors, including Andrzej Wajda, Krzysztof Kieślowski, and Agnieszka Holland. He gained widespread recognition for his role as Janusz in Krzysztof Kieślowski's film "Blind Chance" (1981) which won the Jury Prize at the Cannes Film Festival. Precigs has also appeared in many popular television series, including "Samo Życie" and "Zmiennicy". In 2004, he was awarded the Knight's Cross of the Order of Polonia Restituta, one of Poland's highest honours.
Jurek Sawka
Jurek Sawka (May 27, 1949 Poland-) is a Polish actor.
Jurek Sawka began his acting career in his native Poland in the early 1980s, appearing in a number of theatre productions and television dramas. He is known for his versatile acting skills and has played a wide range of characters throughout his career. Sawka's most notable performances include his role in the classic Polish film "Man of Marble" (1977) and his portrayal of a Polish soldier in the Hollywood blockbuster "Saving Private Ryan" (1998). In addition to his acting career, Sawka is also an accomplished playwright and has written several award-winning plays. He continues to work in television, film, and theatre, and has become a beloved figure in the Polish entertainment industry. Sawka has received numerous accolades throughout his career, including the prestigious Order of Merit of the Republic of Poland.
Krzysztof Janczak
Krzysztof Janczak (July 3, 1949 Otwock-) also known as Krzysztof Yapa-Janczak is a Polish actor.
He is best known for his roles in Polish films such as "Seksmisja" (1984), "Człowiek z marmuru" (1977) and "Krótki film o miłości" (1988). He has also appeared in a number of television series including "Alternatywy 4" and "Zmiennicy". In addition to his acting career, Janczak has also worked as a voice actor, dubbing over foreign films and television series in Polish. He is the recipient of several awards for his contributions to Polish cinema and theater. Janczak is considered one of the most talented actors of his generation and continues to be active in the Polish entertainment industry.
Jerzy Gajlikowski
Jerzy Gajlikowski (January 5, 1949 Pruszków-) is a Polish actor.
He graduated from the Aleksander Zelwerowicz State Theatre Academy in Warsaw in 1971. Gajlikowski appeared in numerous films, television shows, and theater productions throughout his career, including collaborations with renowned directors such as Krzysztof Kieślowski and Andrzej Wajda. He is also known for his voiceover work in animated films and TV series. In addition to acting, Gajlikowski works as a theater director and drama instructor at the Aleksander Zelwerowicz State Theatre Academy. He has received several awards for his contributions to Polish theater and film, including the Order of Polonia Restituta in 2001.
Tadeusz Galia
Tadeusz Galia (March 5, 1949 Wrocław-) is a Polish actor.
He graduated from the National Academy of Dramatic Art in Warsaw in 1971. Galia is well-known for his roles in several films and TV series such as "Zmiennicy", "Czterdziestolatek", "Alchemik" and "Kariera Nikodema Dyzmy". He has also worked in theater and radio, having performed on several stages across Poland and lent his voice to various radio dramas. In addition to his acting career, Galia is a respected acting teacher, having taught at the National Academy of Dramatic Art in Warsaw and at other prominent theater schools in the country. He has received several awards for his contributions to Polish culture, including the Silver Cross of Merit from the President of Poland.
Krzysztof Zakrzewski
Krzysztof Zakrzewski (February 4, 1949 Konin-) is a Polish actor and voice actor.
He graduated from the State Theatre School in Warsaw in 1970. Zakrzewski is best known for his performances in movies such as "Camouflage" (1976), "Polskie drogi" (1977-1978), and "King Size" (1987). He has also appeared in several television series, including "Stawka wieksza niz zycie" (1968-1969) and "07 zglos sie" (1976-1987).
In addition to his work on screen, Zakrzewski is a highly respected voice actor in Poland. He has lent his voice to numerous animated films and television series, including "The Lion King" (1994), "Shrek" (2001), and "The Incredibles" (2004).
Zakrzewski's achievements in the entertainment industry have earned him several awards, including the Order of Polonia Restituta for his contribution to Polish culture. He is considered one of the most talented actors and voice actors in Poland.
Piotr Śliwiński
Piotr Śliwiński (May 26, 1949 Biskupiec-) a.k.a. Piotr Sliwinski is a Polish actor and film producer.
He started his acting career in 1971 and has since appeared in over 70 films and TV shows. Some of his notable performances include roles in the films "Man of Iron" and "In Darkness". Apart from acting, Śliwiński has also produced several films, including "The Pianist" which won three Academy Awards. He is also known for his work as a theater actor, having performed in various plays throughout his career. In addition, he has been awarded numerous honors and awards for his contributions to the arts, including the Officer's Cross of the Order of Polonia Restituta and the Gold Medal for Merit to Culture - Gloria Artis.