Leonid Gaidai

Leonid Iovich Gaidai (Russian: Леони́д Ио́вич Гайда́й; 30 January 1923 – 19 November 1993; Svobodny) was a Soviet comedy film director, screenwriter and actor who enjoyed immense popularity and broad public recognition in the former Soviet Union. His films broke theatre attendance records and were some of the top-selling DVDs in Russia. He has been described as "the king of Soviet comedy".

Leonid Gaidai is known for work in directing across film and television. New Release currently presents 25 verified screen credits connected to this profile. Selected work includes Legends of Cinema (2016), Fuse (1962), When Idols Were Gone (2005), Operation Y and Other Shurik's Adventures (1965), Kidnapping, Caucasian Style (1967), Ivan Vasilyevich Changes His Profession (1973), The Diamond Arm (1969), Dog Barbos and Unusual Cross (1961). The recorded credits span 1955 to 2016, including 22 movies and 3 TV shows. The filmography below lists available titles, release years and known roles. This profile is updated as additional verified information becomes available.