Biography

Gilles De Schryver is a Belgian film & theatre actor, writer and producer.

His remarkable continuous activity throughout all these facets make him one of the most broad-scoped talents of his generation. De Schryver started on the stage where, as an actor and playwright, he quickly became artistic director of a middle-sized state-funded Flemish theatre company called 'het KIP'. He was seen in a multitude of award-winning theatre shows in- and outside of Europe in Dutch, in English as well as in French. He has freelanced for other Belgian and Dutch theatre companies for over 15 years. As a film actor De Schryver has more than 500 shooting days on his record and is internationally perhaps most known by larger audiences for his performances in critically acclaimed TV-series and feature films 'Code 37' and 'Hasta La Vista (Come as you are)'. As a film producer he has produced shorts and music videos, but is internationally primarily known for producing the highly acclaimed Flemish hit series 'The Natives' (8x45'), and Gilles Coulier's feature film debut 'Cargo'.
- IMDb mini biography by: Stefaan Van de Walle

Gilles De Schryver is a multifaceted Belgian artist, celebrated for his contributions to film, television, and theatre. As an actor, writer, and producer, Gilles has built a diverse career, earning acclaim for his creative versatility and commitment to impactful storytelling. Gilles began his career in theatre, becoming the artistic director of the renowned Flemish company het KIP. As a playwright and performer, he has toured award-winning productions across Europe in Dutch, English, and French, showcasing his talent for dynamic and thought-provoking performances. In film and television, Gilles is best known for his roles in the hit series Code 37 and the internationally acclaimed feature film Hasta La Vista (Come as You Are), which won the People's Choice Award at the European Film Awards. As a producer, Gilles co-founded De Wereldvrede and under his leadership, the company has produced groundbreaking projects, including the critically acclaimed TV series Bevergem, the feature film Cargo, and most recently, Julie Zwijgt (Julie Keeps Quiet), which premiered at Cannes Critics' Week in 2024. The film received the Gan Foundation Award for Distribution and was selected as Belgium's entry for the 97th Academy Awards in the Best International Feature Film category.
- IMDb mini biography by: Morgane de la Grange

He attended the Hogeschool Gent Conservatorium, where he graduated in 2009.

He speaks fluent Dutch and French.

Since 2005, he can be seen in stage productions, films and TV-series.