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Mario Pardo, actor
Actor

Mario Pardo: Movies & Box Office

films
29
on screen
1939–2024
box office
$4.46M
average score
76
Born
April 16, 1944 (age 82)
Birthplace
Madrid, Spain
Citizenship
Spanish
Occupations
Actor
Years active
1963-present
Biggest hits

The Best Mario Pardo Movies

The films of Mario Pardo that made the most at the worldwide box office, biggest first: Dirty Vivancos III (2002) leads with $1.37M. The full ranking adds the most awarded films and the newest releases.

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Career at a glance

Mario Pardo's Career in Numbers

Mario Pardo's films in numbers — as an actor, not counting appearances as themselves: when they were made, the genres Mario Pardo works in most and the milestones along the way. The filmography runs from La vida de Carlos Gardel (1939) to Los hijos (2024), and the 1980s were the busiest decade.

Mario Pardo Movies by Decade

  1. 1930s 1
  2. 1960s 1
  3. 1970s 3
  4. 1980s 8
  5. 1990s 6
  6. 2000s 3
  7. 2010s 2
  8. 2020s 5

The 1980s were Mario Pardo's busiest decade, with 8 films.

Mario Pardo Movies by Genre

  • Drama 14
  • Comedy 5
  • Thriller 2
  • Documentary 1
  • Sci-Fi 1
  • Action 1
  • Music 1
  • Crime 1
  • Adventure 1
  • Western 1

Drama is the genre Mario Pardo has worked in most, with 14 films, ahead of comedy (5).

Mario Pardo Career Milestones

Biggest box office hit
Dirty Vivancos III $1.37M worldwide
Best-rated film
Close Your Eyes Movie Echo Score 80
Newest film
Los hijos 2024
29 credits

Mario Pardo Filmography: Every Movie

Every film Mario Pardo is credited on, newest first, with the role, the box office and the Movie Echo Score. Rated films average a score of 76. Re-order the list to see the best-rated films or the biggest hits first.

  1. 2024 Close Your Eyes (2024) movie poster Close Your Eyes as Max Roca · Drama Movie Echo Score: 80
  2. 2024 Los hijos (2024) movie poster Los hijos Documentary
  3. 2022 The Valley of Love (2022) movie poster The Valley of Love Comedy
  4. 2022 García! (2022) movie poster García! as Chencho · Drama
  5. 2020 The Platform (2020) movie poster The Platform as Amigo de Baharat · Sci-Fi Movie Echo Score: 78
  6. 2019 The Platform (2019) movie poster The Platform as Baharat's Friend · Thriller Movie Echo Score: 70
  7. 2015 Sicarivs: The Night and the Silence (2015) movie poster Sicarivs: The Night and the Silence as Doctor · Drama
  8. 2009 Azaña (2009) movie poster Azaña
  9. 2007 Animal Crisis (2007) movie poster Animal Crisis as Piensis (voice) · Action
  10. 2002 Dirty Vivancos III (2002) movie poster Dirty Vivancos III as Angelito · Thriller
  11. 1999 Wiped-Out Footprints (1999) movie poster Wiped-Out Footprints as Vicente · Drama
  12. 1993 ¡Semos peligrosos! (Uséase Makinavaja 2) (1993) movie poster ¡Semos peligrosos! (Uséase Makinavaja 2) as Moromierda · Comedy
  13. 1992 Makinavaja, el último choriso (1992) movie poster Makinavaja, el último choriso as Moromierda · Comedy
  14. 1991 La Pastorela: The Shepherd’s Tale (1991) movie poster La Pastorela: The Shepherd’s Tale as Cucharon · Music
  15. 1991 Don Juan in Hell (1991) movie poster Don Juan in Hell as Esganarel · Drama
  16. 1991 El crimen del expreso de Andalucía (1991) movie poster El crimen del expreso de Andalucía as Teruel · Crime
  17. 1988 El río que nos lleva (1988) movie poster El río que nos lleva as Seco · Adventure
  18. 1987 ¡Biba la banda! (1987) movie poster ¡Biba la banda! as Teniente Urquiza · Comedy
  19. 1987 Ballad of Dog Beach (1987) movie poster Ballad of Dog Beach as Roque · Drama
  20. 1987 Lorca: Death of a Poet (1987) movie poster Lorca: Death of a Poet as Francisco Galadí · Drama
  21. 1985 Bohemian Nights (1985) movie poster Bohemian Nights as Ramón · Drama
  22. 1982 The Beehive (1982) movie poster The Beehive as Rubio Antofagasta · Comedy
  23. 1981 Escape From Segovia (1981) movie poster Escape From Segovia as Iturbe · Drama
  24. 1980 Fortunata and Jacinta (1980) movie poster Fortunata and Jacinta as Maximiliano Rubín · Drama
  25. 1976 Manuela (1976) movie poster Manuela as Antoñillo · Drama
  26. 1975 Clara es el precio (1975) movie poster Clara es el precio as Miguel · Drama
  27. 1972 A Reason to Live, a Reason to Die (1972) movie poster A Reason to Live, a Reason to Die as Roger, Sohn des Farmers · Western
  28. 1969 Margarita y el lobo (1969) movie poster Margarita y el lobo Drama
  29. 1939 La vida de Carlos Gardel (1939) movie poster La vida de Carlos Gardel Drama
Biography

Who Is Mario Pardo?

Mario Pardo was born in Madrid, Spain in 1944 and is 82 years old. Credited on films since 1939, as an actor. The background, training and the roles that shaped the career.

Mario Pardo stands as one of Spain's most enduring cinematic figures, with a career that has gracefully navigated the shifting landscapes of Spanish film and television over several decades. Born in the culturally rich capital of Madrid, Pardo emerged during the vibrant 1960s as a promising talent within an industry experiencing profound artistic evolution. His early performances quickly established him as a versatile character actor, capable of embodying complex personalities with remarkable authenticity and emotional depth. Throughout the subsequent decades, he became known for his ability to bring gravitas to supporting roles while occasionally stepping into leading man territory with equal conviction. Pardo's extensive filmography serves as a testament to his remarkable adaptability and professional longevity, spanning numerous collaborations with Spain's most celebrated directors and production houses. His work in cinema has been complemented by significant contributions to Spanish television, where he appeared in various drama series, soap operas, and television movies that endeared him to millions of viewers across generations. Beyond his screen presence, Pardo has maintained a dedication to the craft of acting that reflects the discipline required for sustained artistic relevance. His portrayals often capture the nuanced complexities of Spanish identity, navigating themes of family, tradition, and social change with subtle sophistication. Whether appearing in historical dramas or contemporary thrillers, he brings a distinctive presence that anchors narratives and elevates ensemble casts. As Spanish cinema has gained international recognition, Pardo remains an important figure within that movement, representing the bridge between classic Spanish storytelling traditions and modern cinematic innovations. His distinctive voice and commanding screen presence have made him particularly sought-after for roles requiring authority and wisdom, while his theatrical background continues to inform his nuanced approach to character development.

FAQ

Mario Pardo: Questions & Answers

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

How many movies has Mario Pardo been in?

Mario Pardo is credited on 29 films, from 1939 to 2024. The filmography on this page lists every one of them, newest first, with the role and the Movie Echo Score.

What is Mario Pardo's highest-grossing movie?

Dirty Vivancos III (2002) is Mario Pardo's biggest box office hit, with $1.37M worldwide, ahead of The Platform (2020) ($1.09M). Across every film with box office figures, Mario Pardo's movies have made $4.46M.

Mario Pardo's biggest hits

What is the best Mario Pardo movie?

By the Movie Echo Score, which blends critic reviews, audience ratings and lasting impact, Mario Pardo's best-rated film is Close Your Eyes (2024) with a score of 80, followed by The Platform (2020) (78).

Best Mario Pardo movies, ranked

How old is Mario Pardo?

Mario Pardo is 82 years old, born on April 16, 1944 in Madrid, Spain.

What is Mario Pardo's newest movie?

The most recent film on Mario Pardo's filmography is Close Your Eyes (2024), in the role of Max Roca.

Who does Mario Pardo work with most often?

Mario Pardo shares the most films with Charo López (4 films), Eric Goode (2 films) and Antonia San Juan (2 films).

The Best Mario Pardo Movies, Ranked

Top rated, most awarded and biggest box office hits from 29 credits.

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