Juan de Orduña
DirectingAbout Juan de Orduña
Juan de Orduña y Fernández-Shaw (Madrid, December 27, 1900-id., February 3, 1974) was a Spanish film director and actor. Born into a family of aristocrats, he studied law. His artistic career as an actor began in the twenties, joining Emilio Thuiller's theater company. In the following years he took part in numerous silent plays. He participated as a leading actor in the first sound film of Spanish cinema, El misterio de la Puerta del Sol (1929). After the arrival of sound films, his presence in front of the camera became less frequent, although he would still participate in films of certain renown such as Nobleza baturra (1935), by Florián Rey. His career as a director stood out especially in the decade following the end of the Spanish Civil War, when he became one of the most prolific filmmakers of the time and also one of the public's favorites.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Juan de Orduña reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 18 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Juan de Orduña'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 17% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Juan de Orduña remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in La casa de la Troya, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Juan de Orduña Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Juan de Orduña's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Juan de Orduña.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | La Antorcha de los Éxitos: Cifesa (1932-1961) | Self - Filmmaker (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | Sábado, sabadete | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1972 | To the Devil, with Love | Vigilante del faro | Flop | Similar → |
| 1955 | Zalacaín el aventurero | (no acreditado) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Fin de curso | Self (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Flora y Mariana | Gerardo | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Leyenda rota | José María | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | Ya viene el cortejo… | Self - Narrator (voice) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | El cura de aldea | Diego Núñez | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Nobleza baturra | Sebastián | Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | The Mystery of Puerta del Sol | Pompeyo Pimpollo | Flop | Similar → |
| 1928 | An Adventure Worth a Movie | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1927 | Rocío Dalbaicín | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1927 | Students and Seamstresses | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1926 | Pilar Guerra | Luciano | Flop | Similar → |
| 1925 | La casa de la Troya | Augusto | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | The Girl | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1924 | The Unruly Girl | Felipe | Average | Similar → |
Juan de Orduña - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Juan de Orduña?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Juan de Orduña is "La casa de la Troya" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Juan de Orduña acted in?
Juan de Orduña has been featured in at least 18 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Juan de Orduña?
Other notable films include "Zalacaín el aventurero", "Nobleza baturra", and "The Unruly Girl".