Emilio Santiago

Acting

Freshness: Jan 29, 2026

26Total Films

7.4 Highest Rated

Born: May 3, 1890

Birth Place: Málaga, Andalucía, Spain

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Emilio Santiago reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 26 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Comedy

The majority of Emilio Santiago'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 15% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Emilio Santiago remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Welcome Mr. Marshall!, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Emilio Santiago Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Emilio Santiago's career based on audience ratings.

★7.4

Welcome Mr. Marshall! (1953) movie poster

★7.4

Welcome Mr. Marshall!: A small Spanish town, Villar del Río, is alerted to the upcoming visit of American diplomats and its ruling townsmen beg

Welcome Mr. Marshall!

1953•Comedy

★7.3

★7.3

Strange Voyage: In a small town near Madrid, Paquita and her brother Venancio, both single and with a childish personality, live under t

Strange Voyage

1964•Comedy

★7.2

★7.2

This is Madrid: In Madrid during the fifties' the calm life from some neighbors will be changed since the arrival of Antonio, a man with

This is Madrid

1953•Comedy

★6.7

★6.7

Lola the Coalgirl: Cadiz, during the War of Independence. The Lola singer in love with a French military entrusted an important message ...

Lola the Coalgirl

1952•Drama

★6.3

★6.3

Fulano y Mengano: Eudosio and Carlos were imprisoned by mistake. Now out of prison, are trying to get a job and to adapt to a society that

Fulano y Mengano

1957•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Emilio Santiago.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1964	Strange Voyage	-	Hit	Similar →
1963	La becerrada	Don Emilio	Flop	Similar →
1960	For Men Only	-	Average	Similar →
1960	El hombre que perdió el tren	-	Flop	Similar →
1959	El Lazarillo de Tormes	Sacristán de la Sagra	Average	Similar →
1958	Anna Said Yes	Tomás	Average	Similar →
1958	El aprendiz de malo	Lucas	Flop	Similar →
1957	Fulano y Mengano	El Jaula	Average	Similar →
1957	Roberto el diablo	-	Flop	Similar →
1955	La Cruz de Mayo	Paco Servilleta	Flop	Similar →
1954	Merry Christmas	Jerónimo	Flop	Similar →
1954	Love in a Hot Climate	(no acreditado)	Flop	Similar →
1954	The Adventurer of Seville	Barbero 2º	Average	Similar →
1954	Hollyhock	Hombre que pide prestada la mosca	Flop	Similar →
1953	This is Madrid	Baldomero	Hit	Similar →
1953	Welcome Mr. Marshall!	Barbero (uncredited)	Hit	Similar →
1953	Puebla de las mujeres	-	Flop	Similar →
1952	Truhanes de honor	Desganao	Flop	Similar →
1952	Lola the Coalgirl	Otro parroquiano	Hit	Similar →
1950	Teatro Apolo	Pergoli	Average	Similar →
1949	An Ordinary Woman	Recepcionista hotel (uncredited)	Flop	Similar →
1949	Llegada de noche	Cochero Curro	Flop	Similar →
1947	Don Quixote	Pedro Alonso (uncredited)	Average	Similar →
1945	El fantasma y doña Juanita	Spectator	Flop	Similar →
1942	Correo de Indias	-	Average	Similar →
1936	Currito de la Cruz	Gazuza	Flop	Similar →

Emilio Santiago - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Emilio Santiago?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Emilio Santiago is "Welcome Mr. Marshall!" with a rating of 7.4/10.

How many movies has Emilio Santiago acted in?

Emilio Santiago has been featured in at least 26 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Emilio Santiago?

Other notable films include "Strange Voyage", "This is Madrid", and "Lola the Coalgirl".