Juan Escalera
ActingAbout Juan Escalera
is a Mexican luchador enmascarado (masked professional wrestler) better known as Octagón. He is best known for working for Asistencia Asesoría y Administración (AAA), having worked for the company since it was founded in 1992. In 2011 he was inducted into the promotion's Hall of Fame. Octagón formed a tag team with El Hijo Del Santo to take on Los Gringos Locos (Eddie Guerrero and Art Barr) in a double mask versus hair match on the first pay-per-view put on by a Mexican wrestling promotion to air in the United States. Over the years the Octagón gimmick has spawned a Mascot called Octagoncito and an "Evil clone" known as Pentagón. In 2014, Escalera quit AAA.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Juan Escalera reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 5 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Documentary
The majority of Juan Escalera's filmography leans towards the Documentary 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 40% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Juan Escalera remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in WWE: Cheating Death, Stealing Life: The Eddie Guerrero Story, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Juan Escalera Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Juan Escalera's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Juan Escalera.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | WWE Money in the Bank 2025 | Octagon Jnr. | Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | WWE: Cheating Death, Stealing Life: The Eddie Guerrero Story | Octagon (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | The Best of Eddy Guerrero | Octagon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | AAA When Worlds Collide | Octagon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | AAA TripleMania I | Octagon | Flop | Similar → |
Juan Escalera - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Juan Escalera?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Juan Escalera is "WWE: Cheating Death, Stealing Life: The Eddie Guerrero Story" with a rating of 7.0/10.
How many movies has Juan Escalera acted in?
Juan Escalera has been featured in at least 5 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Juan Escalera?
Other notable films include "WWE Money in the Bank 2025", "AAA When Worlds Collide", and "The Best of Eddy Guerrero".