Don Zelaya

Acting

Freshness: Jan 25, 2026

10Total Films

6.4 Highest Rated

Born: Mar 6, 1893

Birth Place: Managua, Nicaragua

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Don Zelaya reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 10 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Don Zelaya's filmography leans towards the Drama 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 0% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Don Zelaya remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Valiant Is the Word for Carrie, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Don Zelaya Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Don Zelaya's career based on audience ratings.

★6.4

Valiant Is the Word for Carrie (1936) movie poster

★6.4

Valiant Is the Word for Carrie: Carrie Snyder is a prostitute, who is forced out of the fictional southern town of Crebillon, after forming a friendship

Valiant Is the Word for Carrie

1936•Drama

★6.2

★6.2

Macao: Nick Cochran, an American in exile in Macao, has a chance to restore his name by helping capture an international crime

Macao

1952•Adventure

★6.0

★6.0

The Purple Heart: This is the story of the crew of a downed bomber, captured after a run over Tokyo, early in the war. Relates the hardshi

The Purple Heart

1944•Drama

★6.0

★6.0

San Francisco Docks: Longshoreman Johnny Barnes is in love with Kitty Tracy, barmaid at her father's waterfront saloon, and he beats up Cassi

San Francisco Docks

1940•Crime

★5.9

★5.9

Kissing Time: An American woman visits a small South American town where she quickly falls for a charming lieutenant.

Kissing Time

1933•Romance

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Don Zelaya.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1952	Macao	Gimpy (uncredited)	Average	Similar →
1949	Amazon Quest	José Lobato	Flop	Similar →
1945	Salty O'Rourke	Hotel Proprietor	Flop	Similar →
1944	The Purple Heart	-	Average	Similar →
1942	What's the Matador?	Sleeping Mexican	Average	Similar →
1940	San Francisco Docks	Felipe	Average	Similar →
1940	Wildcat Bus	Mexican (uncredited)	Flop	Similar →
1940	Girl from God's Country	Tom Broken Thumb	Flop	Similar →
1936	Valiant Is the Word for Carrie	Nick Dorapopolos	Average	Similar →
1933	Kissing Time	El Toro	Average	Similar →

Don Zelaya - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Don Zelaya?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Don Zelaya is "Valiant Is the Word for Carrie" with a rating of 6.4/10.

How many movies has Don Zelaya acted in?

Don Zelaya has been featured in at least 10 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Don Zelaya?

Other notable films include "Macao", "The Purple Heart", and "San Francisco Docks".