Emilio Gutiérrez Caba: Movies & Box Office
- films
- 63
- on screen
- 1963–2024
- box office
- $36.2M
- average score
- 61
- Born
- September 26, 1942 (age 84)
- Birthplace
- Valladolid, Spain
- Citizenship
- Spanish
- Occupations
- film actor, television actor, stage actor
- Years active
- 1962-present
The Best Emilio Gutiérrez Caba Movies
The highest-rated films Emilio Gutiérrez Caba is credited on, by the Movie Echo Score that blends critic reviews, audience ratings and lasting impact. The Vault (2021) scores highest, at 75. The full ranking adds the biggest box office hits and the most awarded films.
Emilio Gutiérrez Caba's Career in Numbers
Emilio Gutiérrez Caba's films in numbers — as an actor, not counting appearances as themselves: when they were made, the genres Emilio Gutiérrez Caba works in most and the milestones along the way. The filmography runs from Jaguar (1963) to Stories (2024), and the 2000s were the busiest decade.
Emilio Gutiérrez Caba Movies by Decade
- 1960s 11
- 1970s 6
- 1980s 12
- 1990s 4
- 2000s 13
- 2010s 11
- 2020s 4
The 2000s were Emilio Gutiérrez Caba's busiest decade, with 13 films.
Emilio Gutiérrez Caba Movies by Genre
- Drama 23
- Comedy 19
- Horror 5
- Romance 3
- Action 2
- History 2
- Thriller 1
- Crime 1
- Music 1
- Tv movie 1
Drama is the genre Emilio Gutiérrez Caba has worked in most, with 23 films, ahead of comedy (19).
Emilio Gutiérrez Caba Career Milestones
- First film
- Jaguar 1963
- Biggest box office hit
- Palm Trees in the Snow $18.4M worldwide
- Best-rated film
- The Vault Movie Echo Score 75
- Newest film
- Stories 2024
Emilio Gutiérrez Caba Filmography: Every Movie
Every film Emilio Gutiérrez Caba is credited on, newest first, with the role, the box office and the Movie Echo Score. Rated films average a score of 61. Re-order the list to see the best-rated films or the biggest hits first.
Emilio Gutiérrez Caba Movies as an Actor
61- 2024
Stories Drama - 2023
Phenomena as El Pater · Horror Movie Echo Score: 69 - 2022
García! as Don Jaime · Drama - 2021
The Vault as Bank of Spain Chairman · Action Worldwide box office: $8.8M Movie Echo Score: 75 - 2019
Despite Everything as Father Díaz · Comedy Movie Echo Score: 32 - 2019
The Tree of Blood as Pío · Drama Worldwide box office: $316K Movie Echo Score: 67 - 2017
Brava Drama Worldwide box office: $2.63K - 2016
Smoke & Mirrors as Osorno · History Worldwide box office: $3.05M - 2016
Cervantes versus Lope as Cervantes · Drama - 2015
Palm Trees in the Snow as Antón · History Worldwide box office: $18.4M - 2015
Spy Time as Jefe · Action Worldwide box office: $3.02M - 2013
Stolen Children as Doctor Mena · Drama - 2011
Five Square Meters as Montañés · Drama - 2010
The Most Important Thing in Life is Not Being Dead as Jacobo 80 · Drama Worldwide box office: $1.62K - 2010
Retornos as Nestor · Drama Worldwide box office: $60.4K - 2009
Luna caliente as Dr. Muniente · Thriller Worldwide box office: $104K - 2009
Un buen hombre as Fernando · Drama - 2008
Small Country as Manuel · Drama Worldwide box office: $357K - 2007
La torre de Suso as Tino (padre) · Comedy - 2004
School of Seduction as Director radio · Romance Worldwide box office: $104K - 2004
Kill Me Tender as Néstor Pujol i Serra · Drama Worldwide box office: $731K - 2003
Seeing Double as Prisoner / Doubles Choreographer · Drama - 2002
Desire as Rogelio · Romance - 2002
El florido pensil as Sopeña adulto · Drama Worldwide box office: $801K - 2001
Ten Days Without Love as David · Comedy Worldwide box office: $69.6K - 2000
Y decirte alguna estupidez, por ejemplo, te quiero as García Sanjuan · Comedy - 2000
Common Wealth as Emilio · Comedy Worldwide box office: $337K - 2000
The Art of Dying as Quintana · Drama - 1997
Memorias del ángel caído as Vicente · Drama - 1996
Animia of Love as Fermín (as Emilio Gutierrez Caba) · Comedy - 1995
Mouth to Mouth as David · Comedy - 1990
La sombra del ciprés es alargada as Mateo Lesmes · Drama - 1987
Silver-beet Face as Eusebio - 1986
Love Ravings as Ricardo (segment "Delirio 3") (uncredited) · Comedy - 1986
Werther as Federico · Romance - 1985
Réquiem por un campesino español as Centurión · Crime - 1984
What Have I Done to Deserve This? as Pedro · Comedy Worldwide box office: $690 - 1984
Bicycles Are for the Summer as Anselmo · Drama - 1984
Teresa de Jesús as San Juan de la Cruz · Drama - 1982
The Beehive as Ventura Aguado · Comedy - 1980
Stigma as José · Horror - 1980
Journey to the Beyond as The Traveler · Horror - 1980
Me olvidé de vivir as José María · Music - 1980
Viva la clase media as José González "Spencer" · Comedy - 1978
The Priest as Padre Luis · Drama - 1974
Hen Pecked as Paquito · Comedy - 1974
Un curita cañón as Daniel · Comedy - 1974
Forbidden Passion as Carlos · Drama - 1974
Una chica y un señor as Carlos · Comedy - 1970
In the Folds of the Flesh as Colin · Horror - 1969
Carola de día, Carola de noche Comedy - 1969
Words of Love as Javier · Drama - 1967
Los chicos del Preu as Andrés Martín Alonso · Comedy - 1967
Las 4 bodas de Marisol as Rafael · Comedy - 1967
¿Qué hacemos con los hijos? as Antonio Martínez 'El abogado' · Comedy - 1967
The Midshipmen as Cerebro · Comedy - 1967
Historia de la frivolidad as Courtier #1 · Tv movie - 1966
Nine Letters to Berta as Lorenzo · Drama - 1965
The Sweet Sound of Death as Pablo · Horror - 1964
Tengo 17 años as Damián · Family - 1963
Jaguar Western
Emilio Gutiérrez Caba in Documentaries & Specials
2Who Is Emilio Gutiérrez Caba?
Emilio Gutiérrez Caba was born in Valladolid, Spain in 1942 and is 84 years old. Credited on films since 1963, as an actor. The background, training and the roles that shaped the career.
Emilio Gutiérrez Caba is a prolific Spanish actor whose career spans more than six decades, encompassing stage, film, and television. Born on 26 September 1942 in Valladolid, he entered the world while his parents, both actors, were on tour, and the family moved to Madrid just three days later. Growing up in a theatrical dynasty—his mother Irene Caba Alba, his aunt Julia Caba Alba, his sister Julia Gutiérrez Caba, and even his great‑grandfather Pascual Alba Sors were all performers—he was steeped in the craft from an early age. He initially pursued philosophy at university, but the pull of the stage proved irresistible and he debuted on stage in 1962, quickly transitioning to the silver screen with Jess Franco’s El llanero in 1963. Over the years he has become known for his chameleon‑like ability to inhabit a wide range of characters, from gritty supporting roles in contemporary dramas to nuanced performances in historical epics. His talent earned him two Goya Awards for Best Supporting Actor, first for La comunidad and later for El cielo abierto, cementing his status as one of Spain’s most respected character actors.
Beyond the accolades, Emilio’s impact lies in his dedication to the craft and his mentorship of younger generations. He has appeared in dozens of films and television series, collaborating with renowned directors and contributing to the evolution of Spanish cinema. His family legacy continues through his grand‑niece Irene Escolar, an emerging actress who cites him as an inspiration. Though private about his personal life, he remains a beloved figure in the industry, celebrated for his professionalism, humility, and the breadth of his artistic contributions.
Who Emilio Gutiérrez Caba Makes Movies With
The actors and directors Emilio Gutiérrez Caba shares the most films with. Carmen Maura comes first, with 5 films together, followed by Marisa Paredes (5).
Emilio Gutiérrez Caba: Questions & Answers
How many movies Emilio Gutiérrez Caba has made, the biggest hit, the best-rated film, the award record and more, answered from the filmography above.
How many movies has Emilio Gutiérrez Caba been in?
Emilio Gutiérrez Caba is credited on 63 films, from 1963 to 2024. The filmography on this page lists every one of them, newest first, with the role and the Movie Echo Score.
What is Emilio Gutiérrez Caba's highest-grossing movie?
Palm Trees in the Snow (2015) is Emilio Gutiérrez Caba's biggest box office hit, with $18.4M worldwide, ahead of The Vault (2021) ($8.8M). Across every film with box office figures, Emilio Gutiérrez Caba's movies have made $36.2M.
Emilio Gutiérrez Caba's biggest hits What is the best Emilio Gutiérrez Caba movie?
By the Movie Echo Score, which blends critic reviews, audience ratings and lasting impact, Emilio Gutiérrez Caba's best-rated film is The Vault (2021) with a score of 75, followed by Phenomena (2023) (69).
Best Emilio Gutiérrez Caba movies, ranked How old is Emilio Gutiérrez Caba?
Emilio Gutiérrez Caba is 84 years old, born on September 26, 1942 in Valladolid, Spain.
What is Emilio Gutiérrez Caba's newest movie?
The most recent film on Emilio Gutiérrez Caba's filmography is Stories (2024).
Who does Emilio Gutiérrez Caba work with most often?
Emilio Gutiérrez Caba shares the most films with Carmen Maura (5 films), Marisa Paredes (5 films) and Fernando Fernán Gómez (4 films).
The Best Emilio Gutiérrez Caba Movies, Ranked
Top rated, most awarded and biggest box office hits from 63 credits.
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