Tânia Maria

Acting

Freshness: Jan 28, 2026

6Total Films

10.0 Highest Rated

Born: Jan 19, 1947

Birth Place: Parelhas, Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil

About Tânia Maria

Tânia Maria (born January 19, 1947) is a Brazilian actress, craftswoman and dressmaker. She gained notoriety when participating in the films Bacurau (2019) and The Secret Agent (2025).

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Tânia Maria reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 6 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Tânia Maria'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 50% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Tânia Maria remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Seu Cavalcanti, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Tânia Maria Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Tânia Maria's career based on audience ratings.

★10.0

★10.0

Seu Cavalcanti: The sequence of graduation of law graduates in Seu Cavalcanti helps to understand the Sergio Moro phenomenon in Brazil.

Seu Cavalcanti

2024•Documentary

★7.7

★7.7

The Secret Agent: Brazil, 1977. Marcelo, a technology expert in his early 40s, is on the run. Hoping to reunite with his son, he travels t

The Secret Agent

2025•Crime

★7.7

★7.7

Bacurau: Bacurau, a small town in the Brazilian sertão, mourns the loss of its matriarch, Carmelita, who lived to be 94. Days lat

Bacurau

2019•Mystery

★0.0

★0.0

Yellow Cake: When radical science backfires, miners and researchers confront apocalypse in Tiago Melo’s pulpy, politically charged sc

Yellow Cake

2026•Drama

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★0.0

O Dilema das Rosas: The life of the couple Leonardo and Andréia is told by filmmaker Elias Meraki. Amidst inspired commentary and charismati

O Dilema das Rosas

2025•Romance

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Tânia Maria.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2026	Yellow Cake	Dona Rita	Flop	Similar →
2025	O Dilema das Rosas	Marieta	Flop	Similar →
2025	The Secret Agent	Dona Sebastiana	Super Hit	Similar →
2024	Seu Cavalcanti	-	Super Hit	Similar →
2019	Bacurau	-	Super Hit	Similar →
N/A	A Adoção	-	Flop	Similar →

Tânia Maria - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Tânia Maria?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Tânia Maria is "Seu Cavalcanti" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Tânia Maria acted in?

Tânia Maria has been featured in at least 6 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Tânia Maria?

Other notable films include "The Secret Agent", "Bacurau", and "Yellow Cake".