Actor / Actress

Denis Lavant

Born June 17, 1961 Neuilly-sur-Seine, Hauts-de-Seine, France 30 credits available

Biography

Denis Lavant (born June 17, 1961) is a French film actor known for his distinctive face and the physically demanding aspects of the roles he plays, which often involve slapstick, acrobatics or dance, as well as for his long-standing association with director Leos Carax. Lavant has played the lead role in all but one of Carax's films.

Lavant is also known for his starring roles in Claire Denis' Beau Travail and Harmony Korine's Mister Lonely, which features Carax in a supporting role.

Denis Lavant is known for work in acting across film and television. New Release currently presents 30 verified screen credits connected to this profile.

Selected work includes The Inquisition (2026), Inquisitions (2026), Erratics (2026), In All My Journeys I Am Returning (2026), The End (2026), Redoubt (2026), In the Land of Arto (2025), The Stranger (2025). The recorded credits span 2016 to 2026, including 28 movies and 2 TV shows.

The filmography below lists available titles, release years and known roles. This profile is updated as additional verified information becomes available.