
Jenny Gago
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Jenny Gago (born September 11, 1953) is a Peruvian-American actress best known as Maria in Knots Landing (1984-1986), Maria in My Family (1995), Anaya in The Agency (2002-2003), and Det. Ochoa in Southland (2011). She holds a BA in Theater Arts from University of California, Los Angeles, USA.
Jenny Gago Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Jenny Gago reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 31 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Jenny Gago's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 19% of Jenny Gago'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 Bound by Honor, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Jenny Gago Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Jenny Gago's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Jenny Gago has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Paper Flowers | Nurse Natalie | Flop | Similar → |
| 2020 | Princess of the Row | Carolina | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | Gallowwalkers | Mistress | Flop | Similar → |
| 2012 | The Obama Effect | Dede Santiago | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | B-Girl | - | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | Coach Carter | President Martinez | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Road Dogz | Ana Carrasco | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | Along for the Ride | Maria | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | The Princess and the Barrio Boy | Mrs. Torres | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | Nurse Betty | Mercedes | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | Alien Nation: The Udara Legacy | Detective Beatrice Zapeda | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | Grand Avenue | Anna | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Alien Nation: Body and Soul | Detective Beatrice Zapeda | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | The Tie That Binds | Maggie Hass | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | My Family | Maria | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | Because Mommy Works | Dr. Rita Hernandez | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Alien Nation: Dark Horizon | Detective Beatrice Zapeda | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Nowhere to Hide | Kate | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Bound by Honor | Lupe | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Death Merchants | Teresa Robles | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Unspeakable Acts | Christina Royo | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Sweet 15 | Inez | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | No Man's Land | Tory Bracey | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | Innerspace | Lab Technician | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Convicted: A Mother's Story | Angie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Shattered Spirits | Mavis | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | Irreconcilable Differences | Tracy | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | The Lonely Guy | Seven Deadly Sins | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | Under Fire | Miss Panama | Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | The Man with Two Brains | Nurse #1 | Average | Similar → |
| 1981 | A Gun in the House | Juanita Romero | Average | Similar → |
Jenny Gago - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Jenny Gago?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jenny Gago is "Bound by Honor" with a rating of 8.1/10.
How many movies has Jenny Gago acted in?
Jenny Gago has been featured in at least 31 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Jenny Gago?
Other notable films include "Grand Avenue", "Coach Carter", and "My Family".




