Toni Santagata - Actor Profile

Toni Santagata

Acting
Freshness: Jan 23, 2026
3Total Films
7.3 Highest Rated
Born: Dec 9, 1935
Birth Place: Sant'Agata di Puglia, Foggia, Apulia, Italy

About Toni Santagata

Antonio Morese (9 December 1935 – 5 December 2021), known professionally as Toni (sometimes spelled Tony) Santagata, was an Italian folk singer, composer, comedian, and actor. Born in Sant'Agata di Puglia, Foggia, Santagata debuted as a comedian at the Derby club in Milan, with the show "Toni Santagata e il suo cabaret", later also released as an album. In the following years he embraced folk music, both recording some classics of the Apulian tradition and composing songs. In 1973 Santagata won the folk section of Canzonissima with "Lu maritiello"; the song was also his major hit, peaking at the sixth place on the Italian hit parade. Description above from the Wikipedia article Toni Santagata, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Toni Santagata reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 3 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Toni Santagata'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 33% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Toni Santagata remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Best Man, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Toni Santagata Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Toni Santagata's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Toni Santagata.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2015 Laura's Wedding Zio Eugenio Flop Similar →
2005 The Second Wedding Night Ugo di Dante Average Similar →
1997 The Best Man Manlio Lobianco Hit Similar →

Toni Santagata - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Toni Santagata?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Toni Santagata is "The Best Man" with a rating of 7.3/10.

How many movies has Toni Santagata acted in?

Toni Santagata has been featured in at least 3 major films throughout their career.