Erlinda Cortes

Acting

Freshness: Jan 26, 2026

14Total Films

5.4 Highest Rated

Born: Jan 5, 1924

Birth Place: San Pablo City, Laguna, Philippines

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Erlinda Cortes 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 Erlinda Cortes'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), Erlinda Cortes remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in American Guerrilla in the Philippines, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Erlinda Cortes Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Erlinda Cortes's career based on audience ratings.

★5.4

American Guerrilla in the Philippines (1950) movie poster

★5.4

American Guerrilla in the Philippines: American soldiers stranded in the Philippines after the Japanese invasion form guerrilla bands to fight back. Preserved

American Guerrilla in the Philippines

1950•Drama

★0.0

He Promised to Return (1949) movie poster

★0.0

He Promised to Return: The most exciting War Picture ever presented - A true story of the war in Batangas.

He Promised to Return

1949•War

★0.0

His Darkest Hour:

His Darkest Hour

1950•Action

★0.0

★0.0

Ang Bagong Maestra: Acting as a local chieftain leader on behalf of his ailing father, Herman made a relentless call to his people to unite

Ang Bagong Maestra

1953•Drama

★0.0

★0.0

Romeo at Julieta: Two teenagers fall in love, but their feuding families and fate itself cause the relationship to end in tragedy.

Romeo at Julieta

1951•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Erlinda Cortes.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1953	Walang Hanggan	-	Flop	Similar →
1953	May Isang Tsuper Ng Taksi	Elvira	Flop	Similar →
1953	Tinig Ng Tagumpay	-	Flop	Similar →
1953	Ang Bagong Maestra	-	Flop	Similar →
1951	Romeo at Julieta	-	Flop	Similar →
1951	Sigfredo	Krimhilda	Flop	Similar →
1950	The Spell	-	Flop	Similar →
1950	American Guerrilla in the Philippines	-	Flop	Similar →
1950	His Darkest Hour	-	Flop	Similar →
1949	He Promised to Return	-	Flop	Similar →
1947	Dalawang Anino	-	Flop	Similar →
1947	Hagibis	-	Flop	Similar →
1946	Angelus	-	Flop	Similar →
1946	Tagumpay	-	Flop	Similar →

Erlinda Cortes - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Erlinda Cortes?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Erlinda Cortes is "American Guerrilla in the Philippines" with a rating of 5.4/10.

How many movies has Erlinda Cortes acted in?

Erlinda Cortes has been featured in at least 14 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Erlinda Cortes?

Other notable films include "He Promised to Return", "His Darkest Hour", and "Ang Bagong Maestra".