Alberto Catalá

Acting

Freshness: Jan 24, 2026

25Total Films

8.1 Highest Rated

Born: Feb 18, 1910

Birth Place: Mexico City, México

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Alberto Catalá reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 25 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Comedy

The majority of Alberto Catalá's filmography leans towards the Comedy genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.

The "Box Office" Signature

With a 60% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Alberto Catalá remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Sube y baja, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Alberto Catalá Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Alberto Catalá's career based on audience ratings.

★8.1

★8.1

Sube y baja: It is the story of a sportsman who is a little bit dumber than most people but nevertheless he succeeds in getting a job

Sube y baja

1959•Comedy

★8.0

★8.0

El padrecito: Young priest Father Sebastián is assigned to a parish in San Jeronimo el Alto, where he is not welcomed by the community

El padrecito

1964•Comedy

★8.0

★8.0

Your Excellency: Lopitos, who is horribly inefficient but quick-witted, is invited (because of the current ambassador's superstition abou

Your Excellency

1967•Comedy

★7.8

★7.8

El señor doctor: It's about a country doctor that comes to the city while a clinic is built in his home town... he rubs off his care and

El señor doctor

1965•Comedy

★7.8

★7.8

El patrullero 777: Follows Diogenes as he goes about his day as a police officer. He's prone to do things the right way, surrounded by a pr

El patrullero 777

1978•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Alberto Catalá.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1982	El Barrendero	Basurita	Hit	Similar →
1978	Picardía mexicana	-	Hit	Similar →
1978	El patrullero 777	Secretario en delegación (uncredited)	Super Hit	Similar →
1968	Por mis pistolas	Pianista	Super Hit	Similar →
1967	Your Excellency	Portero	Super Hit	Similar →
1965	El señor doctor	Paciente ambidextro	Super Hit	Similar →
1964	El padrecito	Droguero	Super Hit	Similar →
1963	Entrega Inmediata	(uncredited)	Hit	Similar →
1962	El Extra	Asistente de director	Hit	Similar →
1961	El analfabeto	El Güero	Super Hit	Similar →
1959	Sábado negro	-	Flop	Similar →
1959	Sube y baja	(uncredited)	Super Hit	Similar →
1958	La mafia del crimen	-	Flop	Similar →
1957	El bolero de Raquel	(uncredited)	Hit	Similar →
1957	The Body Snatcher	Rubio, wrestling trainer	Average	Similar →
1956	Ultraje al amor	Juan, vendedor ambulante	Flop	Similar →
1955	Melodías de amor	Freddie	Flop	Similar →
1955	La sombra de Cruz Diablo	Relampago	Flop	Similar →
1955	Drop the Curtain	Asistente Cantinflas	Hit	Similar →
1955	Soy un golfo	-	Flop	Similar →
1954	La gitana blanca	José	Flop	Similar →
1952	Si yo fuera diputado	Señor González (uncredited)	Hit	Similar →
1951	My General's Wives	Marco Polo	Hit	Similar →
1948	La casa de la Troya	-	Average	Similar →
1946	Champion Without Crown	Second (as Ernesto Catala)	Flop	Similar →

Alberto Catalá - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Alberto Catalá?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Alberto Catalá is "Sube y baja" with a rating of 8.1/10.

How many movies has Alberto Catalá acted in?

Alberto Catalá has been featured in at least 25 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Alberto Catalá?

Other notable films include "El padrecito", "Your Excellency", and "El señor doctor".