Xavier Sotelo
ActingAbout Xavier Sotelo
Born and raised in San Francisco, California, Xavier's first exposure to acting was a location shoot for the T.V. series "Streets of San Francisco" starring Michael Douglas and Karl Malden in 1973, a Quinn Martin Production, at 8 years of age. Since then, Xavier has gone on to study acting in California, New York, Toronto and Ottawa, Canada; most notably with John Strasberg. Over his lengthy film and television career, with a firm foundation in theatre, Xavier has gone on to appear in over 40 titles ranging from independent films, Canadian PSA's, MOW's for both Hallmark and Lifetime Networks in both principal and lead supporting roles, big budget feature films, and major network episodic television. Most notably, Xavier has had the distinction of being the first Latino male to have sat in the captain's chair in one of television longest running and enduring science fiction franchises, Star Trek, as Captain Diego Vela on Star Trek Discovery on CBS Paramount.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Xavier Sotelo reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 22 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: TV Movie
The majority of Xavier Sotelo's filmography leans towards the TV Movie 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 14% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Xavier Sotelo remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Never Too Late to Celebrate, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Xavier Sotelo Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Xavier Sotelo's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Xavier Sotelo.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Secrets on the Ranch | Detective Fitz | Flop | Similar → |
| 2024 | Unwrapping Christmas: Tina's Miracle | CFO | Average | Similar → |
| 2024 | My Husband's Baby | Joss | Hit | Similar → |
| 2023 | Catch Me If You Claus | Hewitt Vance | Average | Similar → |
| 2023 | 3 Bed, 2 Bath, 1 Ghost | Garrett Jenkins | Hit | Similar → |
| 2023 | Never Too Late to Celebrate | Rafael | Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | Well Suited For Christmas | Tomas Rocca | Average | Similar → |
| 2022 | Obsessed to Death | Detective Welding | Average | Similar → |
| 2021 | Maps and Mistletoe | Emilia's Father | Average | Similar → |
| 2021 | Death of a Ladies' Man | - | Average | Similar → |
| 2020 | Fatman | Action Man Father (as Xavier Sotel) | Average | Similar → |
| 2019 | Mistletoe & Menorahs | Pat Stone | Average | Similar → |
| 2019 | AquaSlash | Lawyer | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | Dark Phoenix | UN Delegate Spain (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 2018 | His Master's Voice | Local Man #2 | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | The Truth About Christmas | Juan Guttiérrez | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | A Daughter's Revenge | Officer Fontaine | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | Brad's Status | Harvard Father | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | Love on a Limb | Loan Officer | Average | Similar → |
| 2014 | Guilty at 17 | Detective Morris | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | September Runs Red | Dr. Cane | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | True Justice 3: Lost Love | Bruce Cobb | Flop | Similar → |
Xavier Sotelo - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Xavier Sotelo?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Xavier Sotelo is "Never Too Late to Celebrate" with a rating of 7.2/10.
How many movies has Xavier Sotelo acted in?
Xavier Sotelo has been featured in at least 22 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Xavier Sotelo?
Other notable films include "3 Bed, 2 Bath, 1 Ghost", "My Husband's Baby", and "Catch Me If You Claus".