Chico Buarque - Actor Profile

Chico Buarque

Acting
Freshness: Jan 20, 2026
50Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Jun 19, 1944
Birth Place: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

About Chico Buarque

Francisco Buarque de Hollanda OMC • ComIH, better known as Chico Buarque (Rio de Janeiro, June 19, 1944), is a Brazilian singer, composer, guitarist, playwright, writer and actor. He is considered by many critics to be the greatest living artist in Brazilian music. His discography includes approximately eighty works, including solo albums, in partnership with other musicians and compacts.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Chico Buarque reveals a career defined by exceptional commercial consistency. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Documentary

The majority of Chico Buarque's filmography leans towards the Documentary 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 72% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Chico Buarque remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in O Tempo e o Som, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Chico Buarque Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Chico Buarque's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Chico Buarque.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2023 They Shot the Piano Player Self (voice) Average Similar →
2023 Jair Rodrigues - Let Them Talk Self (archive footage) Super Hit Similar →
2023 The Long Voyage of the Yellow Bus - Super Hit Similar →
2022 Miúcha, The Voice of Bossa Nova Self Super Hit Similar →
2022 The Coup d'État Factory Chico Buarque Super Hit Similar →
2022 Maria: Ninguém Sabe Quem Sou Eu Self (archive footage) Hit Similar →
2021 Alvorada Self Hit Similar →
2021 Desire Machine: 60 Years of Teatro Oficina Self Flop Similar →
2020 A World Without Beethoven? Self Hit Similar →
2020 Porfírio do Amaral: A Verdade Sobre o Samba Self Hit Similar →
2019 1964: Brazil between weapons and books Himself Hit Similar →
2019 Fevereiros Self Hit Similar →
2018 Chico Buarque: Caravanas – Ao Vivo Intérprete Super Hit Similar →
2018 O Samba é Meu Dom Self Super Hit Similar →
2018 The Trial Self Super Hit Similar →
2017 The Man Who Killed John Wayne Self Super Hit Similar →
2016 Pitanga Self Average Similar →
2015 Chico: Brazilian Artist Self Super Hit Similar →
2015 Ana Carolina - #AC Ao Vivo - Super Hit Similar →
2014 Naked Eye Self (archive footage) Average Similar →
2013 A Farra do Circo Self Super Hit Similar →
2012 Chico Buarque: Na Carreira Self Super Hit Similar →
2012 Clara - Hit Similar →
2012 The Music According to Tom Jobim Self (archive footage) Hit Similar →
2012 Aperana Street 52 Self Flop Similar →
2011 Consideração do Poema - Super Hit Similar →
2010 A Night in 67 Self Hit Similar →
2010 Augusto Boal and the Theatre of the Oppressed Self Hit Similar →
2009 Loki: Arnaldo Baptista Self (archive footage) Hit Similar →
2009 Palavra (En)Cantada Self Average Similar →
2007 Fados Self Hit Similar →
2007 Chico Buarque: Carioca – Ao Vivo Self Super Hit Similar →
2007 Oscar Niemeyer: Life is a Breath of Air Self Hit Similar →
2005 Vinicius de Moraes Self - Singer 'Medo de Amar' Average Similar →
2005 Maria Bethânia: Música é Perfume Self Hit Similar →
2005 Chico Buarque - Anos Dourados Self Super Hit Similar →
2005 Chico Buarque - Saltimbancos Self Super Hit Similar →
2005 Chico Buarque - Roda Viva Self Hit Similar →
2004 Raízes do Brasil Self Super Hit Similar →
2003 Ana Carolina - Estampado - Flop Similar →
2001 Water and Salt Amante Flop Similar →
2000 Another Country Self Super Hit Similar →
1999 Chico e as Cidades Self Super Hit Similar →
1997 Ed Mort Silva 1 Flop Similar →
1995 The Mandarin Noel Rosa Flop Similar →
1993 Beyond Citizen Kane Self Super Hit Similar →
1991 Vai Trabalhar Vagabundo II: A Volta Julinho da Adelaide Flop Similar →
1972 When Carnaval Comes Paulo Average Similar →
1970 O Tempo e o Som Self Super Hit Similar →
1967 The Girl from Ipanema Self Average Similar →

Chico Buarque - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Chico Buarque?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Chico Buarque is "O Tempo e o Som" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Chico Buarque acted in?

Chico Buarque has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Chico Buarque?

Other notable films include "Chico e as Cidades", "Chico Buarque - Anos Dourados", and "Chico Buarque - Saltimbancos".