Adam Ferency (born in 1951) is a renowned Polish actor, celebrated for his extensive career in film and theatre. He is particularly appreciated for his intense and often ambiguous roles, portraying complex characters, sometimes cynical or tormented, with remarkable psychological depth.

His film career has seen him collaborate with some of the most important Polish and international directors, including Andrzej Wajda, Krzysztof Kieślowski, Agnieszka Holland, and Roman Polański. Among his most memorable roles are his appearances in *Man of Marble* (*Człowiek z marmuru*, 1977), Kieślowski's *Dekalog* series, Polański's *The Pianist* (*Pianista*, 2002), and Wajda's *Katyń* (2007). Particularly notable is his intense performance in *Aftermath* (*Pokłosie*, 2012), a film that addresses difficult themes in Polish history, where he demonstrated extraordinary dramatic ability.