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Manuel Peña

Acting
Freshness: Jan 22, 2026
17Total Films
7.4 Highest Rated
Birth Place: Valparaíso, Chile

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Manuel Peña reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 17 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Manuel Peña's filmography leans towards the Drama 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 12% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Manuel Peña remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in My Tender Matador, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Manuel Peña Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Manuel Peña's career based on audience ratings.

★7.4
My Tender Matador (2020) movie poster
★7.4

My Tender Matador: Among gunshots and boleros, a passionate relationship flourishes between a lonely transvestite and a young guerrilla dur

My Tender Matador

2020•Drama
★6.9
Our Father (2006) movie poster
★6.9

Our Father: Children come to a hospital to visit their dying father they haven't seen for 8 years. They try to recover their relatio

Our Father

2006•Comedy
★6.3
Radio Corazón (2007) movie poster
★6.3

Radio Corazón: Radio Corazón recreates Chile's most successful radio show of all time. Composed of 3 fun, sexy and romantic short films

Radio Corazón

2007•Comedy
★5.7
The Painting Lesson (2012) movie poster
★5.7

The Painting Lesson: In Chile, during the 60´s, the son of a poor single teenage girl turns out to be a gifted painter. The man to discover h

The Painting Lesson

2012•Drama
★5.4
Archipiélago (1992) movie poster
★5.4

Archipiélago: An architect witness the brutal massacre by the police of an anti-government meeting and escapes to a remote archipelago

Archipiélago

1992•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Manuel Peña.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2025 The Wave Rector Flop Similar →
2020 My Tender Matador Choir Girl Hit Similar →
2020 "Midnight Stories 4" - Veronica's Curse - Flop Similar →
2020 "Midnight Stories 3" - The Birthday Party - Flop Similar →
2020 "Midnight Stories 2" - The Martian - Flop Similar →
2020 "Midnight stories 1" - The deadly Pizza - Flop Similar →
2013 El Derechazo Camilo Estalona Flop Similar →
2012 The Painting Lesson Mario Average Similar →
2007 Normal con alas Marco Aurelio Rojas Flop Similar →
2007 Radio Corazón Doctor 1 (segment 'Cuento de hadas') Average Similar →
2006 Our Father Carlos Hit Similar →
2004 El último sacramento Sergio Flop Similar →
2004 Unfaithful Women Juan Ponce Flop Similar →
1996 Mi último hombre Radio Operator Flop Similar →
1992 Archipiélago - Flop Similar →
1990 País de octubre Rolando Flop Similar →
1990 Dos mujeres de la ciudad Jaime Flop Similar →

Manuel Peña - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Manuel Peña?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Manuel Peña is "My Tender Matador" with a rating of 7.4/10.

How many movies has Manuel Peña acted in?

Manuel Peña has been featured in at least 17 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Manuel Peña?

Other notable films include "Our Father", "Radio Corazón", and "The Painting Lesson".