Edgar Morais
ActingAbout Edgar Morais
Edgar Morais (born June 25, 1989) is a Portuguese actor, director, screenwriter, and producer living in New York. Edgar won the award for Best Actor at Prishtina International Film Festival; the Best Acting award at Cineuphoria and was nominated for a Portuguese Golden Globe for his performance in Albania's official Oscar submission A Cup of Coffee and New Shoes On, for which he received rave reviews from international press such as Variety and Screen International. His directorial works include Heatstroke which screened in competition at PÖFF Shorts, Maryland Film Festival, IndieLisboa and others and We Won't Forget which screened at over 25 festivals including Palm Springs ShortFest, Hamptons, Woodstock, Tirana, Dresden, Rooftop Films, IndieLisboa and Rio de Janeiro and went on to win the Grand Jury Prize and the award for Best Editing at Castrovillari, and the Honorable Mention at FEST New Directors New Films. The film was also nominated for a Portuguese Academy Award (Sophia) for Best Short Film and was selected as Vimeo Staff Pick and Short of the Week.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Edgar Morais reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 14 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Edgar Morais'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 21% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Edgar Morais remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in We Won't Forget, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Edgar Morais Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Edgar Morais's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Edgar Morais.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | The Worst Man in London | Simeon Solomon | Flop | Similar → |
| 2023 | Lovely, Dark, and Deep | James Moore | Flop | Similar → |
| 2022 | Remains of the Wind | Amílcar | Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | A Cup of Coffee and New Shoes On | Gëzim | Flop | Similar → |
| 2021 | We Won't Forget | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | Chasing Eagle Rock | Jaffa | Average | Similar → |
| 2018 | Marfa Girl 2 | Zaden | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | You See the Moon | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2017 | Good Time | Arcade Guy (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Greece | Greek Boy | Flop | Similar → |
| 2012 | The Napkin | Edgar | Flop | Similar → |
| 2012 | Joshua Tree, 1951: A Portrait of James Dean | Franco | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | Fault Line | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | From Now On | Nelson | Flop | Similar → |
Edgar Morais - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Edgar Morais?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Edgar Morais is "We Won't Forget" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Edgar Morais acted in?
Edgar Morais has been featured in at least 14 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Edgar Morais?
Other notable films include "Good Time", "Remains of the Wind", and "Chasing Eagle Rock".