Gustavo Sánchez Parra: Movies & Box Office
- films
- 46
- on screen
- 2001–2026
- box office
- $101M
- average score
- 60
- Born
- September 30, 1966
- Birthplace
- Mexico City, Mexico
- Citizenship
- Mexican
- Occupations
- Actor
- Years active
- 2000-present
The Best Gustavo Sánchez Parra Movies
The films of Gustavo Sánchez Parra that made the most at the worldwide box office, biggest first: Leap Year (2011) leads with $32.7M. The full ranking adds the most awarded films and the newest releases.
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Worldwide box office: $32.7M Leap Year 2011 · Drama -
Worldwide box office: $23.3M Under the Same Moon 2007 · Drama -
Worldwide box office: $12.8M The Perfect Dictatorship 2014 · Drama -
Worldwide box office: $8.83M Get the Gringo 2012 · Crime -
Worldwide box office: $5.65M Killing Cabos 2004 · Crime -
Worldwide box office: $4.22M Colosio 2012 · Drama
Gustavo Sánchez Parra's Career in Numbers
Gustavo Sánchez Parra's films in numbers — as an actor, not counting appearances as themselves: when they were made, the genres Gustavo Sánchez Parra works in most and the milestones along the way. The filmography runs from Streeters (2001) to A Father's Miracle (2026), and the 2010s were the busiest decade.
Gustavo Sánchez Parra Movies by Decade
- 2000s 15
- 2010s 23
- 2020s 8
The 2010s were Gustavo Sánchez Parra's busiest decade, with 23 films.
Gustavo Sánchez Parra Movies by Genre
- Drama 22
- Crime 6
- Comedy 3
- Action 3
- Sci-Fi 3
- Thriller 2
- Fantasy 1
- History 1
- Adventure 1
Drama is the genre Gustavo Sánchez Parra has worked in most, with 22 films, ahead of crime (6).
Gustavo Sánchez Parra Career Milestones
- First film
- Streeters 2001
- Biggest box office hit
- Leap Year $32.7M worldwide
- Best-rated film
- The Mongolian Conspiracy Movie Echo Score 60
- Newest film
- A Father's Miracle 2026
Gustavo Sánchez Parra Filmography: Every Movie
Every film Gustavo Sánchez Parra is credited on, newest first, with the role, the box office and the Movie Echo Score. Rated films average a score of 60. Re-order the list to see the best-rated films or the biggest hits first.
- 2026
Olmo as Nestor · Comedy Worldwide box office: $62.6K - 2026
A Father's Miracle as El Tigre · Drama - 2025
Olmo as Nestor · Drama - 2023
Blue Salt Drama - 2021
Killing Cabos 2: The Mask of El Máscara as Nico · Action - 2021
El mesero as Pasilla · Comedy - 2020
Aztech Sci-Fi - 2020
El Camino as Rojo · Sci-Fi - 2019
Not A Minute To Lose Fantasy - 2019
The Mongolian Conspiracy as Fu Manchú · Crime Worldwide box office: $977K Movie Echo Score: 60 - 2019
Crime Diaries: The Candidate as Comandante David Rubí Sánchez · Drama - 2018
Beyond The Mountain as Arturo · Drama Worldwide box office: $889K - 2018
Shake Off Your Sorrows as González · Drama - 2018
Anya - 2017
Violeta at Last as Francisco · Drama - 2017
Cygnus as Gerardo · Thriller - 2016
Tamara and the Ladybug as Policeman Huicho · Drama - 2016
Hasta que te conocí as Óscar · Drama - 2015
The Similars as Ulises · Sci-Fi - 2015
Sealed Cargo as Mariscal · Drama Worldwide box office: $12.2K - 2015
The Thin Yellow Line as Mario · Drama - 2014
The Perfect Dictatorship as El Charro · Drama Worldwide box office: $12.8M - 2014
Perpetual Sadness as Silvestre · Drama - 2013
Potosí as Carlos · Crime - 2013
The Searches as Hombre · Drama Worldwide box office: $435K - 2013
Citizen Buelna as Obregón · History - 2012
Morelos - 2012
Colosio as Ortiga · Drama Worldwide box office: $4.22M - 2012
Get the Gringo as Size 11 · Crime Worldwide box office: $8.83M - 2011
Leap Year Drama Worldwide box office: $32.7M - 2011
Asalto al cine as Vigilante · Drama - 2009
Gloves of Stone as Rigoberto Torres · Action - 2009
Todos hemos pecado as El Tartamudo · Drama - 2009
7 Suns as El Negro · Drama - 2009
Bala mordida - 2008
Walking Vengeance as Recepcionista del hotel · Crime Worldwide box office: $2.33M - 2008
Enlightened Blood - 2007
Under the Same Moon as Manuel · Drama Worldwide box office: $23.3M - 2006
A Wonderful World as Camillero 1 · Drama - 2004
Killing Cabos as Nico · Crime Worldwide box office: $5.65M - 2004
Puerto Vallarta Squeeze as Desk Clerk · Thriller - 2003
Leftie as Chupacabras Jefe · Adventure - 2002
I Murder Seriously as El Foca · Crime Worldwide box office: $3.03M - 2002
Life Kills as Encargado de vulcanizadora · Comedy Worldwide box office: $2.73M - 2001
Streeters as Pink amigo del Cero · Drama Worldwide box office: $3.11M - 2001
Powder Keg as Soldier with Radio · Action
Who Is Gustavo Sánchez Parra?
Gustavo Sánchez Parra was born in Mexico City, Mexico on September 30, 1966. Credited on films since 2001, as an actor. The background, training and the roles that shaped the career.
Gustavo Sánchez Parra, born on 30 September 1966 in Mexico City, has become one of the most recognizable faces of contemporary Mexican cinema. His early life in the bustling capital exposed him to a vibrant artistic community, and he quickly developed a passion for storytelling that would later translate into a prolific acting career. After completing his formal education, he began to explore local theater groups, where his natural talent for embodying complex characters was evident from the outset. By the turn of the millennium, Sánchez Parra made his screen debut, marking the start of a period defined by relentless dedication and an impressive output of work. Over the past two decades, he has amassed a filmography that exceeds ninety titles, ranging from gritty urban dramas to poignant family narratives, each performance infused with a nuanced emotional depth that resonates with audiences across Latin America and beyond.
Beyond his on‑screen achievements, Sánchez Parra has been praised for his commitment to the craft of acting, often participating in workshops and mentoring emerging talent within Mexico's film industry. Critics frequently highlight his ability to transition seamlessly between supporting roles and leading parts, a versatility that underscores his status as a renowned and influential figure. His collaborations with acclaimed directors have resulted in several award‑winning projects, cementing his reputation as a dependable and compelling presence in the cinematic community. As he continues to work actively from 2000 to the present, Gustavo Sánchez Parra remains a vital contributor to the evolving narrative of Mexican cinema, consistently delivering performances that combine raw authenticity with sophisticated artistry.
Who Gustavo Sánchez Parra Makes Movies With
The actors and directors Gustavo Sánchez Parra shares the most films with. Fernando Becerril comes first, with 6 films together, followed by Enoc Leaño (5).
Gustavo Sánchez Parra: Questions & Answers
How many movies Gustavo Sánchez Parra has made, the biggest hit, the best-rated film, the award record and more, answered from the filmography above.
How many movies has Gustavo Sánchez Parra been in?
Gustavo Sánchez Parra is credited on 46 films, from 2001 to 2026. The filmography on this page lists every one of them, newest first, with the role and the Movie Echo Score.
What is Gustavo Sánchez Parra's highest-grossing movie?
Leap Year (2011) is Gustavo Sánchez Parra's biggest box office hit, with $32.7M worldwide, ahead of Under the Same Moon (2007) ($23.3M). Across every film with box office figures, Gustavo Sánchez Parra's movies have made $101M.
Gustavo Sánchez Parra's biggest hits What is the best Gustavo Sánchez Parra movie?
By the Movie Echo Score, which blends critic reviews, audience ratings and lasting impact, Gustavo Sánchez Parra's best-rated film is The Mongolian Conspiracy (2019) with a score of 60.
Best Gustavo Sánchez Parra movies, ranked When was Gustavo Sánchez Parra born?
Gustavo Sánchez Parra was born on September 30, 1966 in Mexico City, Mexico.
What is Gustavo Sánchez Parra's newest movie?
The most recent film on Gustavo Sánchez Parra's filmography is Olmo (2026), in the role of Nestor.
Who does Gustavo Sánchez Parra work with most often?
Gustavo Sánchez Parra shares the most films with Fernando Becerril (6 films), Enoc Leaño (5 films) and Daniel Giménez Cacho (4 films).
The Best Gustavo Sánchez Parra Movies, Ranked
Top rated, most awarded and biggest box office hits from 46 credits.
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