Francisco Franco
ActingAbout Francisco Franco
Francisco Franco Bahamonde (4 December 1892 – 20 November 1975) was a Spanish general who led the Nationalist forces in overthrowing the Second Spanish Republic during the Spanish Civil War and thereafter ruled over Spain from 1939 to 1975 as a dictator, assuming the title Caudillo. This period in Spanish history, from the Nationalist victory to Franco's death, is commonly known as Francoist Spain or as the Francoist dictatorship.
Francisco Franco Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Francisco Franco reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 49 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Francisco Franco's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 47% of Francisco Franco'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 Después de… Primera parte: no se os puede dejar solos, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Francisco Franco Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Francisco Franco's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Francisco Franco has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Året var 1975 | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2024 | Los Xey: A Real Movie Story | Self - Politician (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2022 | The Ponzán Network | Self - Politician (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 2022 | The March on Rome | Self - Politician (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | La Antorcha de los Éxitos: Cifesa (1932-1961) | Self - Politician (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2022 | Spain: A Country Divided | Self - Politician (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2022 | The Voice of Thaïs | Self - Politician (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | Words for an End of the World | Self - Politician (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | The Most Dangerous Man in Europe: Otto Skorzeny's After War | Self - Politician (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Todos los nombres de Sara | Self - Politician (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | The Endless Trench | Himself (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Generalísimo, la vida de Franco en color | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | Franco Building with Jonathan Meades | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | Franco on Trial: The Spanish Nuremberg? | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2017 | Catalonia: Spain on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown | Self - Politician (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | How to Stage a Coup | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Magnicidios Poe | Himself (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | Franco and Fidel: A Strange Friendship | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | Assassinating Franco | Self (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | Jornal Português (1938-1951) | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2015 | Spanish Western | Self (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | Palme | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | The Last Circus | Self (archive footage) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Amour de vivre | Self (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | Paper Birds | Self - Politician (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | De Madrid a la Luna | Self (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | When the Moors Ruled in Europe | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | The Adventures of Errol Flynn | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Franco, el centinela de occidente | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | Monkeys Like Becky | Himself (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Human Remains | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Land and Freedom | Self (archive footage) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Últimas tardes con Teresa | Himself (archive footage) (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | Después de… Primera parte: no se os puede dejar solos | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | Después de… Segunda parte: atado y bien atado | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Operation Ogre | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | Caudillo | Himself (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | Songs for After a War | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| N/A | La sombra del elefante | Himself (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1964 | Franco, ese hombre | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1962 | To Arms, We Are Fascists! | Self (archive footage) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Benito Mussolini: Anatomy of a Dictator | Self (archive footage) (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | So war der deutsche Landser | Self (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | The World at War | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | United We Stand | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Ya viene el cortejo… | Self - Politician (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Fight For Peace | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Heroic Spain | Himself (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Spain 1936 | Archive footage | Hit | Similar → |
Francisco Franco - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Francisco Franco?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Francisco Franco is "Después de… Primera parte: no se os puede dejar solos" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Francisco Franco acted in?
Francisco Franco has been featured in at least 49 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Francisco Franco?
Other notable films include "The Adventures of Errol Flynn", "Caudillo", and "Palme".