Arthur Costa Filho - Actor Profile

Arthur Costa Filho

Acting
Freshness: Feb 04, 2026
8Total Films
6.8 Highest Rated
Born: Jul 30, 1926
Birth Place: Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Arthur Costa Filho reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 8 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Comedy

The majority of Arthur Costa Filho's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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 13% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Arthur Costa Filho remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Dona Flor and Her Two Husbands, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Arthur Costa Filho Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Arthur Costa Filho's career based on audience ratings.

★6.8
Dona Flor and Her Two Husbands (1976) movie poster
★6.8

Dona Flor and Her Two Husbands: After the death of her handsome but good-for-nothing husband Vadinho, Flor, a widow, marries Dr. Teodoro, a respectable

Dona Flor and Her Two Husbands

1976•Comedy
★6.3
Luz, Câmera, 50 Anos: Anos Dourados - O Filme (2015) movie poster
★6.3

Luz, Câmera, 50 Anos: Anos Dourados - O Filme: Adaptation of the series shown in 1986. Marcos and Lurdinha live in love in the 1950s. The young man is the son of separ

Luz, Câmera, 50 Anos: Anos Dourados - O Filme

2015•Drama
★6.0
The Story of Fausta (1988) movie poster
★6.0

The Story of Fausta: An unhappily married cleaning woman in the slums of Rio entices all the money and gifts she can out of an elderly widowe

The Story of Fausta

1988•Drama
★4.0
Zoando na TV (1999) movie poster
★4.0

Zoando na TV: Angel works in a wedding dress store. Ulisses, her boyfriend, works as personal trainer. They are swallowed for the tele

Zoando na TV

1999•Fantasy
★3.8
O Enterro da Cafetina (1971) movie poster
★3.8

O Enterro da Cafetina: As the owner of a very famous bordello in Rio de Janeiro gets buried, an old scoundrel remembers his own past among the

O Enterro da Cafetina

1971•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Arthur Costa Filho.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2015 Luz, Câmera, 50 Anos: Anos Dourados - O Filme Olivério Average Similar →
1999 Zoando na TV Doutor Gouveia Flop Similar →
1988 The Story of Fausta - Average Similar →
1978 Sítio do Picapau Amarelo: O Minotauro Dédalo Flop Similar →
1976 Dona Flor and Her Two Husbands Carlinhos the Guitarist Hit Similar →
1973 A Filha de Madame Betina - Flop Similar →
1972 O Grande Gozador - Flop Similar →
1971 O Enterro da Cafetina Geraldo Flop Similar →

Arthur Costa Filho - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Arthur Costa Filho?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Arthur Costa Filho is "Dona Flor and Her Two Husbands" with a rating of 6.8/10.

How many movies has Arthur Costa Filho acted in?

Arthur Costa Filho has been featured in at least 8 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Arthur Costa Filho?

Other notable films include "Luz, Câmera, 50 Anos: Anos Dourados - O Filme", "The Story of Fausta", and "Zoando na TV".