Fortunato Arena
ActingAbout Fortunato Arena
Fortunato Arena (23 May 1922 – 7 March 1994) was an Italian stuntman and actor who appeared in more than one hundred films from 1954 to 1989.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Fortunato Arena reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Western
The majority of Fortunato Arena's filmography leans towards the Western 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 38% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Fortunato Arena remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Good, the Bad and the Ugly, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Fortunato Arena Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Fortunato Arena's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Fortunato Arena.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | The House of Lost Souls | Ghost | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Due strani papà | Uomo al tavolo da poker | Average | Similar → |
| 1978 | They Called Him Bulldozer | Osvaldo's Thug #2 (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | The Bloodstained Shadow | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | Il... Belpaese | Ristoratore | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | Brothers Till We Die | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | Crime Busters | Bouncer at Bowling | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | The Cynic, the Rat & the Fist | Large Jail Hoodlum | Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | The Last Round | Rico Henchman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | A Special Cop in Action | Morel | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | The Con Artists | scagnozzo di Philip | Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | Confessions of a Lady Cop | uomo che cade nella fontana | Average | Similar → |
| 1974 | Salvo D'Acquisto | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | Even Angels Eat Beans | Police Officer | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | Man of the East | Danny Dillman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | Meo Patacca | er bujaccaro | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | Girolimoni, the Monster of Rome | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | The Return of Halleluja | Sheriff with Fishes | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | Two Brothers in Trinity | Unlawful Mine Operator | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | Who Killed the Prosecutor and Why? | Don Salvatore Aniello | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | Without Family | prof. Pampardella | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Blindman | Mexican Officer | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | Trinity Is Still My Name | Parker Henchman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | They Call Him Cemetery | Ambusher (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | Let's Arm Ourselves and Go! | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | Three Giants of the Roman Empire | soldato con Caio Appio | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | They Call Me Hallelujah | Yucca Sheriff | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | Mafia Things | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1970 | The Most Beautiful Wife | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | The Unholy Four | Asylum Warden (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | Django the Bastard | Murdok Henchman | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | The 5-Man Army | Execution Squad Commander (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | Franco, Ciccio and the Pirate Blackbeard | Timoniere | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | Quintana: Dead or Alive | Prison Warden (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1968 | The Great Silence | Outlaw | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | One After Another | Trent | Average | Similar → |
| 1968 | Shotgun | Bandit brought to Sheriff (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1968 | If You Want to Live... Shoot! | Lookout | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Stranger Returns | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Good, the Bad and the Ugly | 1st Sombrero Onlooker at Tuco's 1st Hanging (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | Sheriff With the Gold | Vargas | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | Two Sons of Ringo | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | Johnny Yuma | Poker player | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | Where Are You Taking That Woman | Taxi driver (Rome segment) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | Snow Job | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | The Conqueror of Atlantis | Golden Ghost Man | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Attack and Retreat | Malingering Soldier | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Revolt of the Praetorians | Guard (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | Temple of the White Elephant | membro della setta | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | Dynamite Jack | - | Hit | Similar → |
Fortunato Arena - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Fortunato Arena?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Fortunato Arena is "The Good, the Bad and the Ugly" with a rating of 8.5/10.
How many movies has Fortunato Arena acted in?
Fortunato Arena has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Fortunato Arena?
Other notable films include "The Great Silence", "Trinity Is Still My Name", and "Without Family".