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Daniel Calparsoro, director
Director

Daniel Calparsoro: Movies & Box Office

films
16
on screen
1996–2025
box office
$25.1M
average score
56
Born
May 11, 1968 (age 58)
Birthplace
Barcelona, Spain
Full name
Daniel Calparsoro López-Tapia
Citizenship
Spanish
Occupations
Filmmaker
Years active
1995-present
Spouses
Najwa Nimri, Patricia Vico
Known for

The Best Daniel Calparsoro Movies

The highest-rated films Daniel Calparsoro is credited on, by the Movie Echo Score that blends critic reviews, audience ratings and lasting impact. The Courier (2024) scores highest, at 66. The full ranking adds the biggest box office hits and the most awarded films.

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Career at a glance

Daniel Calparsoro's Career in Numbers

Daniel Calparsoro's films in numbers — as a director, not counting appearances as themselves: when they were made, the genres Daniel Calparsoro works in most and the milestones along the way. The filmography runs from Pasajes (1996) to Mikaela (2025), and the 2020s were the busiest decade.

Daniel Calparsoro Movies by Decade

  1. 1990s 2
  2. 2000s 2
  3. 2010s 5
  4. 2020s 7

The 2020s were Daniel Calparsoro's busiest decade, with 7 films.

Daniel Calparsoro Movies by Genre

  • Drama 6
  • Thriller 5
  • Action 3
  • Crime 1
  • War 1

Drama is the genre Daniel Calparsoro has worked in most, with 6 films, ahead of thriller (5).

Daniel Calparsoro Career Milestones

First film
Pasajes 1996
Biggest box office hit
To Steal from a Thief $9.04M worldwide
Best-rated film
The Courier Movie Echo Score 66
Newest film
Mikaela 2025
16 credits

Daniel Calparsoro Filmography: Every Movie

Every film Daniel Calparsoro is credited on, newest first, with the role, the box office and the Movie Echo Score. Rated films average a score of 56. Re-order the list to see the best-rated films or the biggest hits first.

Biography

Who Is Daniel Calparsoro?

Daniel Calparsoro was born in Barcelona, Spain in 1968 and is 58 years old. Credited on films since 1996, as a director. The background, training and the roles that shaped the career.

Daniel Calparsoro López-Tapia, born on 11th May 1968, is a renowned Spanish filmmaker prominently known for his adeptness in directing action films. Born in Barcelona, he, however, spent most of his growing years in Hondarribia and San Sebastián, in Gipuzkoa, which could have shaped his perspective about filmmaking. He is considered one of the most proficient action film directors, holding a significant position in Spain's cinematographic landscape. Daniel's academic journey reckons an intriguing mix of Political Science and Filmmaking studies, the latter advanced in New York. Through the years, Daniel has persistently demonstrated his artistry and ability to create compelling narratives, thus setting a unique stand in the film industry. Initially active in the movie industry since 1995, Daniel continues to contribute actively, consistently evolving in his style. His filmography includes an impressive list of feature films and TV series, further reflecting his versatility and dedication. His private life has witnessed marriages to actresses and singer Najwa Nimri (1995-2000) and Patricia Vico (circa 2006).

Works with

Who Daniel Calparsoro Makes Movies With

The actors and directors Daniel Calparsoro shares the most films with. Patricia Vico comes first, with 5 films together, followed by Rubén Ochandiano (4).

FAQ

Daniel Calparsoro: Questions & Answers

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

How many movies has Daniel Calparsoro been in?

Daniel Calparsoro is credited on 16 films, from 1996 to 2025. All of them 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 Daniel Calparsoro's highest-grossing movie?

To Steal from a Thief (2016) is Daniel Calparsoro's biggest box office hit, with $9.04M worldwide, ahead of Twin Murders: The Silence of the White City (2020) ($2.58M). Across every film with box office figures, Daniel Calparsoro's movies have made $25.1M.

Daniel Calparsoro's biggest hits

What is the best Daniel Calparsoro movie?

By the Movie Echo Score, which blends critic reviews, audience ratings and lasting impact, Daniel Calparsoro's best-rated film is The Courier (2024) with a score of 66, followed by Sky High (2020) (60).

Best Daniel Calparsoro movies, ranked

How old is Daniel Calparsoro?

Daniel Calparsoro is 58 years old, born on May 11, 1968 in Barcelona, Spain.

What is Daniel Calparsoro's newest movie?

The most recent film on Daniel Calparsoro's filmography is Mikaela (2025), which Daniel Calparsoro directed.

Who does Daniel Calparsoro work with most often?

Daniel Calparsoro shares the most films with Patricia Vico (5 films), Rubén Ochandiano (4 films) and Ramón Barea (3 films).

The Best Daniel Calparsoro Movies, Ranked

Top rated, most awarded and biggest box office hits from 16 directing credits.

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