Oleg Zhakov

Oleg Zhakov Profile Photo

Characters played by Oleg Zhakov

grandfather Matvey Egorovich — Front Without Flanks (1975)

Local civilian elder providing essential intelligence, shelter, and moral grounding to the partisan group. Represents the occupied populace's steadfast resilience and becomes a long-term liaison for the resistance network.

Николай Александрович, судья Народного суда — No Margin for Error (1975)

People's judge who reviews the murder case against Boris Yunusov. He identifies inconsistencies in the evidence and witness testimonies, conducts an independent investigation, and ultimately uncovers the truth to prove the defendant's innocence.

Yan Dembovich — The Secret Agent's Blunder (1968)

A bitter former German agent who works as a taxi driver, Dembovich gives Tulyev a place to stay and helps him recruit Snipe. He is connected to Tulyev's espionage operation but becomes guilt-ridden and sends a letter to the KGB revealing Tulyev's identity and involvement. He then commits suicide, forcing Tulyev to flee.

Kurt Schefer, radio operator — The Brave Seven (1936)

Kurt Schefer is the radio operator among the six young Komsomol members who volunteer for the Arctic winter expedition. He belongs to the group that grows to seven when stowaway Moliboga joins them. The summary describes the expedition members as enduring the remote bay’s severe conditions through resilience and camaraderie.

Papà Alcide Cervi — The Seven Cervi Brothers (1968)

Papà Alcide Cervi is the father of the Cervi brothers and part of the family household that supports the resistance. While the brothers are involved in anti-fascist activity, he and the family host former Allied prisoners who are being hunted by the fascists. His home thus becomes a place of shelter connected to the brothers’ struggle.

Career Overview

Oleg Zhakov has 94 screen credits in a career dating back to 1926. Their work spans 2 cinematic universes — most prominently Front Collection with 2 titles. Signature works include Hot Summer in Kabul, A Hundred Joys, or The Book of Great Discoveries, Schedule for Tomorrow. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
Acting
Gender
male
Known Credits
94
Birth Date
1905-03-30
Birth Place
Sarapul, Russian Empire

Known For

Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 2 universes

Frequent Collaborators

Credits

Content sources

Related entry on Wikidata (Q1069040), public domain (CC0).