Nelson Dantas - Actor Profile

Nelson Dantas

Acting
Freshness: Jan 21, 2026
49Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Nov 17, 1927
Birth Place: Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

About Nelson Dantas

Nelson Hannequim Dantas Filho (Rio de Janeiro, November 17, 1927 — Rio de Janeiro, March 18, 2006) was a Brazilian actor and producer. In 1981, was the recipient of the Festival de Gramado award. Dantas died in 2006 in Rio de Janeiro.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Nelson Dantas reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 49 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Nelson Dantas'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 18% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Nelson Dantas remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in O Picapau Amarelo, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Nelson Dantas Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Nelson Dantas's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Nelson Dantas.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2015 Luz, Câmera, 50 Anos: As Noivas de Copacabana - O Filme Justino Super Hit Similar →
2006 Zuzu Angel Antônio Lamarca Hit Similar →
2003 The Storytellers Vicentino Hit Similar →
2001 Sonhos Tropicais Pereira Passos Super Hit Similar →
2000 Retrato Pintado - Flop Similar →
1999 Tiradentes Vice-rei Flop Similar →
1998 Traveller Mestre Juca Average Similar →
1998 Love and Co. Asprígio Average Similar →
1998 Midnight Farmacêutico Flop Similar →
1998 The Nutty Boy 2 - Flop Similar →
1998 The Patriot Caldas Flop Similar →
1997 Four Days in September Toledo Super Hit Similar →
1996 O Capeta Carybé Narrador Flop Similar →
1994 Lamarca Pai de Lamarca Average Similar →
1993 Lúcio Cardoso - Flop Similar →
1991 A Maldição do Sanpaku Gold Flop Similar →
1990 A Viagem de Volta - Flop Similar →
1989 Minas Texas Correia Flop Similar →
1987 O Natal da Grande Família Raul Flop Similar →
1987 Urubus e Papagaios Desembargador Fausto Flop Similar →
1986 Fulaninha Porteiro Flop Similar →
1985 Noite Comendador Flop Similar →
1985 Chico Rei - Flop Similar →
1984 Memories of Prison Dr. Sarmento Hit Similar →
1984 The Blue Horse Pai Flop Similar →
1983 O Bom Burguês Billy Flop Similar →
1983 Bar Esperanza Ivan Guerra Average Similar →
1982 The Brazilwood Man Missionário Flop Similar →
1982 The Saint and the Star Maire Flop Similar →
1982 Insônia - Flop Similar →
1981 Cabaret Mineiro Paixão Flop Similar →
1981 Engraçadinha - Flop Similar →
1979 A Nelson Rodrigues - Flop Similar →
1978 A Noiva da Cidade Doutor Q.Q.Q. Flop Similar →
1976 Dona Flor and Her Two Husbands Clodoaldo Hit Similar →
1976 A$$untina of the Amerikas - Flop Similar →
1976 The Wedding Xavier Flop Similar →
1975 Aventuras d'um Detetive Português - Flop Similar →
1973 Go To Work You Bum! Mamede Flop Similar →
1973 O Picapau Amarelo Elias Turco Super Hit Similar →
1972 The Conspirators Padre Luís Vieira da Silva Hit Similar →
1971 Lucia McCartney, Call Girl F.A. Flop Similar →
1971 The Murdered House - Flop Similar →
1971 O Doce Esporte do Sexo - Flop Similar →
1970 The Alienist Sacristão Average Similar →
1968 Capitu Pádua Average Similar →
1962 Pluft, o Fantasminha Fantasma / Humano Average Similar →
1954 Carnival in Caxias - Flop Similar →
1950 Almas Adversas - Flop Similar →

Nelson Dantas - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Nelson Dantas?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Nelson Dantas is "O Picapau Amarelo" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Nelson Dantas acted in?

Nelson Dantas has been featured in at least 49 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Nelson Dantas?

Other notable films include "Sonhos Tropicais", "Luz, Câmera, 50 Anos: As Noivas de Copacabana - O Filme", and "Four Days in September".