Quick Facts
Born:
1966-07-15
Birthplace:
Suresnes, Hauts-de-Seine, France
Credits:
97 Total Roles
Irène Jacob
Acting
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Biography
Irène Marie Jacob (born 15 July 1966) is a French-born Swiss actress considered one of the preeminent French actresses of her generation. Jacob gained international recognition and acclaim through her work with Polish film director Krzysztof Kieslowski, who cast her in the lead role of The Double Life of Véronique and Three Colors: Red. She came to represent an image of European sophistication, through her "classic beauty and thoughtful, almost melancholic style of acting."
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Known For
U.S. Marshals
Marie
Three Colors: Red
Valentine
The OA
Elodie
The Secret Garden
Mary's Mother / Lilias Craven
The Double Life of Véronique
Weronika / Véronique
Au Revoir les Enfants
Ms. Davenne, Piano Teacher
The French Kissers
La mère d'Aurore
The Affair
Juliette Le Gall
Full Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Maigret and the Dead Lover MOVIE | Louise Maigret |
| 2025 | Log Out TV | Josèphe |
| 2025 | Golem in Pompei MOVIE | Self |
| 2025 | A Private Life MOVIE | Vera |
| 2025 | La Vie Pathé-Baby MOVIE | (Voix) |
| 2025 | Why War MOVIE | Self |
| 2024 | Who by Fire MOVIE | Hélène Falke |
| 2024 | Meeting with Pol Pot MOVIE | Lise Delbo |
| 2024 | Hôtel Silence MOVIE | Kristina |
| 2024 | Shikun MOVIE | Self |