Tonico Pereira

Acting

Freshness: Jan 24, 2026

50Total Films

10.0 Highest Rated

Born: Jun 22, 1948

Birth Place: Campos dos Goytacazes, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

About Tonico Pereira

Antônio Carlos de Sousa Pereira (born June 22, 1948 in Campos dos Goytacazes, Rio de Janeiro), better known as Tonico Pereira, is a Brazilian television and film actor.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Tonico Pereira reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Tonico Pereira'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 42% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Tonico Pereira remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Paraíso Aqui Vou Eu, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Tonico Pereira Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Tonico Pereira's career based on audience ratings.

★10.0

★10.0

Paraíso Aqui Vou Eu: Disillusioned teacher Sara and forgotten poet Francisco were once married and now decide to meet again to talk about the

Paraíso Aqui Vou Eu

2011

★10.0

★10.0

Histórias de Alice: It tells the story of a Brazilian filmmaker, Lucas. When his mother, Alice, dies in Belo Horizonte, he searches for his

Histórias de Alice

2016•Drama

★9.5

Os Incontestáveis:

Os Incontestáveis

2016

★9.0

★9.0

The Fifth Monkey: When Cunda, a man living deep in the Brazilian rainforest, is bitten by a snake, he has a hallucination of four chimpanz

The Fifth Monkey

1990•Drama

★8.1

★8.1

Copacabana: Moments before turning 90 years of age, Alberto remembers his life, lived in Copacabana, a neighborhood in Rio de Janeir

Copacabana

2001•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Tonico Pereira.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2025	Luiz Gonzaga - Tyrant League	-	Super Hit	Similar →
2024	Saideira	Hercilio / Honório	Average	Similar →
2023	O Barulho da Noite	-	Flop	Similar →
2023	Boil	Tibério	Average	Similar →
2023	Nas Ondas da Fé	Apóstolo David	Average	Similar →
2022	Last Sunday	Abiatar	Flop	Similar →
2021	O Segredo de Sara	-	Flop	Similar →
2021	My Uncle José	Diretor do Marista (voice)	Hit	Similar →
2017	How Do You See Me?	-	Average	Similar →
2017	Dear Death: The Movie	Zé Coveiro	Hit	Similar →
2016	Os Incontestáveis	Lobo	Super Hit	Similar →
2016	Pitanga	Self	Average	Similar →
2016	Histórias de Alice	-	Super Hit	Similar →
2015	Entrando Numa Roubada	João	Flop	Similar →
2014	Dress to Wed	Belisário	Flop	Similar →
2013	Aconteceu, virou Manchete! A História da Rede Manchete	Tonico Pereira	Hit	Similar →
2011	Homens de Bem	Corvo	Average	Similar →
2011	The Clown	Beto Papagaio / Deto Papagaio	Hit	Similar →
2011	Federal Bank Heist	Doutor	Average	Similar →
2011	Paraíso Aqui Vou Eu	-	Super Hit	Similar →
2010	The Well Beloved One	Vladmir	Average	Similar →
2008	Romance	Diretor	Hit	Similar →
2007	Cleopatra	-	Flop	Similar →
2007	Basic Sanitation, the Movie	Antônio	Hit	Similar →
2007	The Big Family: The Movie	Mendonça	Average	Similar →
2006	In Evil Hour	Barbeiro	Flop	Similar →
2005	O Coronel e o Lobisomem	Nonô Padilha	Flop	Similar →
2004	Redeemer	Delegado	Hit	Similar →
2003	Mary, Mother of the Son of God	Herodes	Flop	Similar →
2002	Darling Stranger	Manoel	Average	Similar →
2001	Caramuru: Brazil Reinvented	Itaparica	Average	Similar →
2001	Copacabana	Raimundo	Super Hit	Similar →
2000	A Hora Marcada	Beltrano	Average	Similar →
1999	Treason	Jordão	Hit	Similar →
1998	Midnight	Carcereiro	Flop	Similar →
1998	Como Ser Solteiro	Álvaro	Average	Similar →
1997	The Battle of Canudos	Cel. Antônio Moreira César	Hit	Similar →
1996	O Guarani	Aires	Flop	Similar →
1995	The Nutty Boy	Motorista do Ônibus	Hit	Similar →
1990	The Fifth Monkey	Second Man	Super Hit	Similar →
1988	The Story of Fausta	-	Average	Similar →
1987	The Dolphin	Pereira	Average	Similar →
1987	Running Out of Luck	Truck Driver	Average	Similar →
1986	The Man in the Black Cape	Bereco	Hit	Similar →
1984	Happier Than Ever	Policial	Flop	Similar →
1984	Memories of Prison	Desidério	Hit	Similar →
1978	The Lyre of Delight	-	Hit	Similar →
1976	Deadly Cruelty	Nozinho	Flop	Similar →
1976	The Fall	Tonho	Hit	Similar →
1975	As Aventuras Amorosas de um Padeiro	-	Hit	Similar →

Tonico Pereira - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Tonico Pereira?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Tonico Pereira is "Paraíso Aqui Vou Eu" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Tonico Pereira acted in?

Tonico Pereira has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Tonico Pereira?

Other notable films include "Histórias de Alice", "Os Incontestáveis", and "The Fifth Monkey".