Alfredo Varela - Actor Profile

Alfredo Varela

Acting
Updated: Apr 18, 2026
50Total Films
8.1 Highest Rated
Born: Nov 30, 1912
Birth Place: Mexico City, Mexico

About Alfredo Varela

Alfredo Varela was born on November 30, 1912 in Mexico City, Mexico as Alfredo Varela Catalá. He was an actor and writer, known for El infierno verde (1952), Duro pero seguro(1978) and El extra (1962). He was married to Yuyú. He died on May 1, 1986 in Mexico City. His parents were the actors Alfredo Varela Sr. and Adela Catalá.

Alfredo Varela Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Alfredo Varela reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Alfredo Varela's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 22% of Alfredo Varela's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.

One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains You’re Missing the Point, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Alfredo Varela Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Alfredo Varela's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Alfredo Varela has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1984 El mexicano feo - Flop Similar →
1982 El diablo en persona Don Gaspar Flop Similar →
1978 Duro pero seguro Director Alejandro Ramírez Super Hit Similar →
1974 Faith, Hope and Charity Zubieta (segment "Esperanza") Average Similar →
1972 Mi niño Tizoc Bureaucrat Average Similar →
1970 Vuelve el ojo de vidrio - Hit Similar →
1969 El ojo de vidrio Señor Frégoli 'Fregolini' Hit Similar →
1963 Shark Hunters Chilo Hit Similar →
1961 Amorcito corazón - Flop Similar →
1961 The Black Horseman José Bermúdez Flop Similar →
1959 Mi niño, mi caballo y yo - Flop Similar →
1959 El superflaco - Average Similar →
1958 Carabina 30-30 - Average Similar →
1957 Pretty sky! - Average Similar →
1957 Pancho López - Average Similar →
1955 Al Diablo Las Mujeres Alfonso Average Similar →
1954 The River and Death Chinelas Average Similar →
1954 Singing love is born - Average Similar →
1953 Las cariñosas Covarrubias Super Hit Similar →
1953 My Three Merry Widows - Average Similar →
1952 The Straying Rooster - Average Similar →
1952 Música, mujeres y amor Alfredo Flop Similar →
1952 El Beisbolista Fenomeno Nicanor Buenavista Average Similar →
1951 Nosotras las sirvientas - Average Similar →
1951 Especialista en señoras Salim Salam Average Similar →
1951 Mi mujer no es mía - Average Similar →
1950 Yo quiero ser tonta Pascasio Flop Similar →
1950 They also sing of pain Novio de Luisa Hit Similar →
1949 Two Pesos Left Coquito Hit Similar →
1948 El Supersabio Pepe Montes Super Hit Similar →
1948 Charro a la fuerza - Average Similar →
1948 Nocturno de amor - Average Similar →
1947 ¡Qué verde era mi padre! Bernabé Average Similar →
1946 Los nietos de Don Venancio - Flop Similar →
1945 Canaima Arteaguita Average Similar →
1944 El Gran Makakikus - Average Similar →
1944 The Pharaoh's Court José the Chaste Flop Similar →
1944 La Guerra de los Pasteles - Average Similar →
1944 Viva Mi Desgracia Pipo Ramírez Average Similar →
1943 Adios Juventud - Flop Similar →
1943 María Eugenia Martín (as Alfredo Varela Jr.) Average Similar →
1943 The Bloody Inn - Flop Similar →
1942 I'm a Real Mexican Pepe Flop Similar →
1942 Las 5 noches de Adán - Flop Similar →
1942 Cuando viajan las estrellas - Flop Similar →
1941 La gallina clueca Cacho, adulto Average Similar →
1941 The Unknown Policeman Bermúdez Super Hit Similar →
1941 When the Children are Gone Tomás Rosales (as Alfredo Varela Jr.) Average Similar →
1940 You’re Missing the Point Escribiente Super Hit Similar →
1940 Al son de la marimba Luis Escobar Hit Similar →

Alfredo Varela - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Alfredo Varela?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Alfredo Varela is "You’re Missing the Point" with a rating of 8.1/10.

How many movies has Alfredo Varela acted in?

Alfredo Varela has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Alfredo Varela?

Other notable films include "Las cariñosas", "The Unknown Policeman", and "Duro pero seguro".

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