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Alain Zouvi

Alain Zouvi is a Quebec actor, voice actor, professor, and stage director from Montreal, best known for his extensive French-language dubbing work in Quebec.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Alain Zouvi is a Quebec actor, voice actor, professor, and stage director from Montreal, best known for his extensive French-language dubbing work in Quebec. He has provided voices for major Hollywood actors in Quebec releases and has also appeared in television and theatre. In recent years, he has said he has stepped away from acting on screen and stage while continuing dubbing, directing, and teaching.

Early life and training

Alain Zouvi was born on 12 April 1959 in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. He trained at the National Theatre School of Canada and began his professional work in 1981.

Acting career

Zouvi appeared in television, film, and theatre productions in Quebec. His television roles include the series 4 et demi..., Les Invincibles, Destinées, and Au secours de Béatrice. He also worked extensively on stage as a performer.

Dubbing work

Zouvi is especially known for Quebec dubbing and has served as a French-language voice for actors including Brad Pitt, Adam Sandler, Ben Stiller, and sometimes Tom Hanks. This work made him one of the best-known voices in Quebec.

Later career and public profile

Zouvi has said he has stepped away from acting on camera and on stage, while continuing to work as a dubbing artist, director, and teacher. He has also appeared in interviews and online content discussing his career.

Key facts

  • Zouvi is a Quebec performer whose career has included acting, dubbing, teaching, and directing.
  • He is widely associated with French-language dubbing in Quebec and has voiced several well-known Hollywood actors.
  • He began working in the industry in 1981 after graduating from the National Theatre School of Canada.
  • He appeared in Quebec television productions including 4 et demi..., Les Invincibles, Destinées, and Au secours de Béatrice.
  • Recent interviews indicate he no longer wishes to perform as an on-screen or stage actor.
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Canadian context

Alain Zouvi is a notable figure in Quebec’s cultural and media landscape, especially in French-language dubbing for Canadian releases and in Quebec television and theatre.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Alain Zouvi?
He is a Canadian Quebec actor, voice actor, professor, and stage director known especially for dubbing work in French-language Quebec productions.
What is Alain Zouvi best known for?
He is best known for voicing major Hollywood actors in Quebec dubbing, including Brad Pitt, Adam Sandler, and Ben Stiller.
Where is Alain Zouvi from?
He is from Montreal, Quebec, Canada.
Is Alain Zouvi still acting?
Recent reports indicate he has stopped taking on acting roles on screen and stage, but continues to work in dubbing, directing, and teaching.
What television work is Alain Zouvi associated with?
He has been linked to Quebec productions such as 4 et demi..., Les Invincibles, Destinées, and Au secours de Béatrice.

References

  1. French Wikipediahttps://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alain_Zouvi
    Supports: Birthplace, profession, dubbing focus, active since 1981, and public statements about stepping away from acting.
  2. IMDbhttps://www.imdb.com/name/nm0003409/
    Supports: Birth date and voice-acting associations with well-known actors.
  3. Qui joue qui?https://quijouequi.com/personnes/alain-zouvi
    Supports: Quebec television credits and performance roles.
  4. Vithèquehttps://vitheque.com/fr/producteurs/alain-zouvi
    Supports: Quebec theatre credits, 4 et demi... recognition, and directing work.
  5. 7 Jourshttps://www.7jours.ca/2024/04/02/alain-zouvi-na-plus-envie-de-jouer
    Supports: Recent reporting that he no longer wants to play acting roles and continues with dubbing and directing.