Antonio Acqua
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Antonio Acqua (5 November 1893 - 18 October 1966) was an Italian actor of the 1940s, 1950s and 1960s. Born in Rome , Acqua was mainly active on stage and in films as a character actor , specialized in roles of lawyers, military officers, politicians and engineers. He frequently worked with Pietro Germi , who gave him some of the most significant roles of his career. His only leading role was as the General in Enrico Cappellini's La via del Sud (1953)
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Antonio Acqua reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 30 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Antonio Acqua'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 53% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Antonio Acqua remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in 8½, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Antonio Acqua Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Antonio Acqua's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Antonio Acqua.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1966 | An Angel for Satan | Sergente, the Guardian | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | Crazy World... Crazy People! | colonnello | Flop | Similar → |
| 1964 | Hercules Against the Sons of the Sun | Maytha's Priest | Flop | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Maniacs | Literary Critic #1 (segment "la parolaccia") (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1963 | Gli onorevoli | segretario di Santamura (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | 8½ | A Man in a Car (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | The Shortest Day | Aiutante di campo (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | March on Rome | Direttore del carcere | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Lo smemorato di Collegno | Presidente del Tribunale | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Redhead | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | The Temptation of Dr. Antonio | Commendatore La Pappa (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Boccaccio '70 | Commendatore La Pappa (segment "Le tentazioni ...") (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Divorce Italian Style | Priest | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Traffic Policeman | The Ragioniere with a New Car | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Madri pericolose | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Facts of Murder | Generale Pomilia | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Magistrate | The Mortgage Valuer | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Beautiful Legs of Sabrina | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | He Thief, She Thief | Avvocato (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Love and Chatter | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Railroad Man | Il commissario | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Time of Vacation | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Girls of Today | L'antiquario | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Art of Getting Along | Ing. Casamottola | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | In amore si pecca in due | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | At the Edge of the City | Signore (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | The Lady Without Camelias | Movie Theatre Owner | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | Times Gone By | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | The White Sheik | Police Commissioner (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Don Cesare of Bazan | Capitano Ribera | Hit | Similar → |
Antonio Acqua - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Antonio Acqua?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Antonio Acqua is "8½" with a rating of 8.1/10.
How many movies has Antonio Acqua acted in?
Antonio Acqua has been featured in at least 30 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Antonio Acqua?
Other notable films include "Divorce Italian Style", "The Railroad Man", and "March on Rome".