Actor

Anthony Quinn: Movies, Awards & Box Office

films: 141
as director: 1
on screen: 1936–2020
box office: $221M
award win: 1

Born: April 21, 1915
Birthplace: Chihuahua City, Chihuahua, Mexico
Full name: Manuel Antonio Rodolfo Quinn Oaxaca
Citizenship: Mexico, United States
Occupations: Actor, film director, painter, sculptor, restaurateur, writer
Years active: 1936–2001
Spouses: Katherine DeMille, Jolanda Addolori, Katherine Benvin
Children: 12

Biggest hits

The Best Anthony Quinn Movies

The films of Anthony Quinn that made the most at the worldwide box office, biggest first: A Walk in the Clouds (1995) leads with $50M. The full ranking adds the most awarded films and the newest releases.

Full ranking

Career at a glance

Anthony Quinn's Career in Numbers

Anthony Quinn's films in numbers — as an actor, not counting appearances as themselves: when they were made, the genres Anthony Quinn works in most and the milestones along the way. The filmography runs from The Plainsman (1936) to This Is Bob Hope… (2017), and the 1950s were the busiest decade.

Anthony Quinn Movies by Decade

1930s 12
1940s 22
1950s 28
1960s 21
1970s 17
1980s 9
1990s 14
2000s 3
2010s 2

The 1950s were Anthony Quinn's busiest decade, with 28 films.

Anthony Quinn Movies by Genre

Drama 39
Adventure 15
Comedy 13
Action 11
Western 11
Romance 9
Crime 8
War 6
Thriller 3
Horror 2

Drama is the genre Anthony Quinn has worked in most, with 39 films, ahead of adventure (15).

Anthony Quinn Career Milestones

First film: The Plainsman 1936
Biggest box office hit: A Walk in the Clouds $50M worldwide
Newest film: This Is Bob Hope… 2017

141 credits

Anthony Quinn Filmography: Every Movie

Every film Anthony Quinn is credited on, newest first, with the role, the box office and the Movie Echo Score. 1 as director and 127 as actor. Re-order the list to see the best-rated films or the biggest hits first.

Movies Directed by Anthony Quinn

1958 The Buccaneer War

Anthony Quinn Movies as an Actor

127

Anthony Quinn in Documentaries & Specials

1 win · 1 nomination

Anthony Quinn: Awards & Nominations

1 win from 1 nomination across 1 award body. That includes an Oscar: Best Supporting Actor for Lust for Life. Every ceremony is listed newest first, with the category and the film.

All movie awards

The 29th Academy Awards
- Anthony Quinn: Win Best Supporting Actor Lust for Life

Biography

Who Is Anthony Quinn?

Anthony Quinn was born in Chihuahua City, Chihuahua, Mexico in 1915. Credited on films since 1936, as an actor. The background, training and the roles that shaped the career.

Anthony Quinn, initially called Manuel Antonio Rodolfo Quinn Oaxaca, was an acclaimed actor noted for his portrayal of vibrant, earthy characters. He exhibited an elemental virility in over 100 film, television, and stage roles between 1936 and 2002. Born in Chihuahua City, Mexico, Quinn's talent extended beyond acting. He was a civil rights activist, successful painter, and author of several autobiographical books.

After peaking his career as a boxer and architect, he debuted in the film industry with 'The Plainsman' in 1936. He became the first Mexican-born performer to win an Academy Award for his portrayal of Eufemio Zapata in 'Viva Zapata!' (1952). He gained subsequent recognition for his performances in 'Wild is the Wind' (1958), 'Zorba the Greek' (1964), and other notable films. He transformed into a significant character actor in his later years, gaining international recognition for his elemental portrayals.

Works with

Who Anthony Quinn Makes Movies With

The actors and directors Anthony Quinn shares the most films with. Gregory Peck comes first, with 8 films together, followed by Fred MacMurray (6).

FAQ

Anthony Quinn: Questions & Answers

How many movies Anthony Quinn has made, the biggest hit, the best-rated film, the award record and more, answered from the filmography above.

How many movies has Anthony Quinn been in?

Anthony Quinn is credited on 141 films, from 1936 to 2020. 127 of them as an actor and 1 as a director. The filmography on this page lists every one of them, newest first, with the role and the Movie Echo Score.

What is Anthony Quinn's highest-grossing movie?

A Walk in the Clouds (1995) is Anthony Quinn's biggest box office hit, with $50M worldwide, ahead of Lawrence of Arabia (1962) ($46M). Across every film with box office figures, Anthony Quinn's movies have made $221M.

Anthony Quinn's biggest hits

Has Anthony Quinn won an Oscar?

Anthony Quinn has won an Oscar: Best Supporting Actor for Lust for Life at the 1957 ceremony. Across every ceremony in the awards database, Anthony Quinn has 1 win from 1 nomination.

What is Anthony Quinn's newest movie?

The most recent film on Anthony Quinn's filmography is Fellinopolis (2020), in the role of Self - Actor (archive footage).

Who does Anthony Quinn work with most often?

Anthony Quinn shares the most films with Gregory Peck (8 films), Fred MacMurray (6 films) and Omar Sharif (6 films).

The Best Anthony Quinn Movies, Ranked

Top rated, most awarded and biggest box office hits from 141 credits.

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