Rui Melo - Actor Profile

Rui Melo

Acting
Freshness: Jan 23, 2026
11Total Films
7.6 Highest Rated
Born: Jun 25, 1974
Birth Place: Évora, Portugal

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Rui Melo reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 11 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Rui Melo'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 36% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Rui Melo remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Portuguese, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Rui Melo Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Rui Melo's career based on audience ratings.

★7.6
The Portuguese (2025) movie poster
★7.6

The Portuguese: In a time preceding the Carnation Revolution, we meet two men: one young, one old. One is fleeing the country, and the o

The Portuguese

2025•Drama
★7.0
Sunset: The Mystery of the Necklace of São Cajó (2023) movie poster
★7.0

Sunset: The Mystery of the Necklace of São Cajó: Follows the Bourbon de Linhaça family and their precious Necklace of São Cajó, that's been in the family for over 3500 y

Sunset: The Mystery of the Necklace of São Cajó

2023•Comedy
★7.0
Delírio em Las Vedras (2016) movie poster
★7.0

Delírio em Las Vedras: Seven competing reporters are assigned to cover the Carnavael de Torres Vedras in Lisbon. Each of the seven tries to att

Delírio em Las Vedras

2016
★6.7
Ruth (2018) movie poster
★6.7

Ruth: This is the story of a young Mozambican footballer called Eusébio, a gifted athlete destined to great achievements, cove

Ruth

2018•Drama
★6.3
The Sound that Goes Down to Earth (2020) movie poster
★6.3

The Sound that Goes Down to Earth: Maria da Luz waits for her husband who got lost somewhere in Angola during the war. With no news, she finds herself surr

The Sound that Goes Down to Earth

2020•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Rui Melo.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2025 The Portuguese Vasconcelos Super Hit Similar →
2023 Sunset: The Mystery of the Necklace of São Cajó Simão Bourbon de Linhaça Hit Similar →
2022 Além do Sol Posto - Flop Similar →
2020 The Sound that Goes Down to Earth Ministro Correia Average Similar →
2019 Quero-te Tanto! António Flop Similar →
2018 Blood Lines José Cordeiro Flop Similar →
2018 Ruth Elísio Pereira Hit Similar →
2016 Delírio em Las Vedras Artur Moraes - TV-Me Hit Similar →
2014 Inside Out Rui, João Salgado's publisher Flop Similar →
2013 Nzinga, Queen of Angola João Correia de Sousa Flop Similar →
2012 A Viagem do Senhor Ulisses Dr. Jorge Flop Similar →

Rui Melo - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Rui Melo?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Rui Melo is "The Portuguese" with a rating of 7.6/10.

How many movies has Rui Melo acted in?

Rui Melo has been featured in at least 11 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Rui Melo?

Other notable films include "Sunset: The Mystery of the Necklace of São Cajó", "Delírio em Las Vedras", and "Ruth".