Danny Pino
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Daniel Gonzalo Pino (born April 15, 1974) is an American actor who starred as Detective Scotty Valens on the CBS series Cold Case from 2003 to 2010, and as NYPD Detective Nick Amaro in the long-running NBC legal drama Law & Order: Special Victims Unit from 2011 to 2015. In 2002, he appeared in London's West End in Up for Grabs with Madonna. In May 2003, Pino played Desi Arnaz in a CBS special on the life of Lucille Ball, Lucy. He played drug cartel leader Miguel Galindo on Mayans M.C. which airs on FX, and FBI agent John Bishop in procedural crime drama Gone.
Danny Pino Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Danny Pino reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 19 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Danny Pino's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 26% of Danny Pino'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 The Paley Center Salutes Law & Order: SVU, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Danny Pino Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Danny Pino's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Danny Pino has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2CRUNK | Mr. D | Flop | Similar → |
| 2024 | Crunk | Creepy Man | Flop | Similar → |
| 2024 | Union of Kings | David de Armas | Flop | Similar → |
| 2021 | Dear Evan Hansen | Larry Mora | Average | Similar → |
| 2021 | Vivo | Bus Passenger (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | Fatale | Carter Heywood | Average | Similar → |
| 2020 | The Paley Center Salutes Law & Order: SVU | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Kelly's Hollywood | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | Across the Line: The Exodus of Charlie Wright | Gabriel Garza | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Across the Hall | Terry | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | The Burning Plain | Santiago Martinez | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Flicka | Jack | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | The Lost City | Alberto Mora | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | Rx | Leo | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Between | Victor | Flop | Similar → |
| 2004 | NYPD 2069 | Eddie Vega | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | Lucy | Desi Arnaz | Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Point of Origin | Burn Victim | Average | Similar → |
| N/A | Pedro Pan | - | Flop | Similar → |
Danny Pino - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Danny Pino?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Danny Pino is "The Paley Center Salutes Law & Order: SVU" with a rating of 9.7/10.
How many movies has Danny Pino acted in?
Danny Pino has been featured in at least 19 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Danny Pino?
Other notable films include "Vivo", "Flicka", and "Lucy".