Maria Cláudia - Actor Profile

Maria Cláudia

Acting
Updated: Apr 18, 2026
8Total Films
6.7 Highest Rated
Born: Oct 9, 1949
Birth Place: Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

About Maria Cláudia

Maria Cláudia (Rio de Janeiro, 9 de outubro de 1949) é uma atriz brasileira. Foi eleita uma das mulheres mais lindas do Brasil no ano de 1978, e uma das mulheres mais fotografadas durante a década de 1970 e começo da década de 1980. Na TV fez participações importantes em várias novelas como Selva de Pedra, O Bem Amado, O Rebu e Feijão Maravilha. Mas seus personagens mais marcantes foram a Shana da telenovela Te Contei? e Amanda de Plumas e Paetês. Sem filhos, é casada com o filósofo, escritor, jornalista e roteirista Luiz Carlos Maciel desde 1976. Teve sua carreira de atriz interrompida por um problema nas cordas vocais, do qual depois se recuperou.

Known For: Acting

Maria Cláudia Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Maria Cláudia reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 8 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Maria Cláudia's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 13% of Maria Cláudia'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 Independência ou Morte, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Maria Cláudia Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Maria Cláudia's career based on audience ratings.

★6.7
Independência ou Morte (1972) movie poster
★6.7

Independência ou Morte: The story of how D. Pedro I proclaimed the Brazilian independence on September 7th, 1822, and rose from prince of Portug

Independência ou Morte

1972•Drama
★5.1
Bonga the Vagabond (1969) movie poster
★5.1

Bonga the Vagabond: Bonga is a bum who lives on the streets, alone and free, with no commitments, except for pulling off naive scams to get

Bonga the Vagabond

1969•Comedy
★4.6
Eros, the God of Love (1981) movie poster
★4.6

Eros, the God of Love: A man explores the process of formation of sexuality and is looking for a woman that does not exist.

Eros, the God of Love

1981•Drama
★2.7
Se Segura, Malandro! (1978) movie poster
★2.7

Se Segura, Malandro!: Paulo Otávio is the host of a pirate radio station on the slums of Rio de Janeiro. He struggles to mantain the station w

Se Segura, Malandro!

1978•Comedy
★2.0
Um Marido Contagiante (1977) movie poster
★2.0

Um Marido Contagiante:

Um Marido Contagiante

1977

Full Filmography

Every movie Maria Cláudia has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1981 Eros, the God of Love Annelise Flop Similar →
1979 O Coronel e o Lobisomem - Flop Similar →
1978 Se Segura, Malandro! Jô Flop Similar →
1977 Um Marido Contagiante - Flop Similar →
1977 Despedida de Casado - Flop Similar →
1976 O Flagrante Marlene Flop Similar →
1972 Independência ou Morte Imperatriz Amélia Hit Similar →
1969 Bonga the Vagabond Sônia Flop Similar →

Maria Cláudia - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Maria Cláudia?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Maria Cláudia is "Independência ou Morte" with a rating of 6.7/10.

How many movies has Maria Cláudia acted in?

Maria Cláudia has been featured in at least 8 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Maria Cláudia?

Other notable films include "Bonga the Vagabond", "Eros, the God of Love", and "Se Segura, Malandro!".

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