Milton Gonçalves - Actor Profile

Milton Gonçalves

Acting
Freshness: Jan 22, 2026
50Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Dec 9, 1933
Birth Place: Monte Santo de Minas, Brazil

About Milton Gonçalves

Milton Gonçalves OMC (Monte Santo de Minas, December 9, 1933 – Rio de Janeiro, May 30, 2022) was a Brazilian actor, director, singer, voice actor and producer. He's one of the most famous black actors in Brazil, having collaborated twice with acclaimed director Hector Babenco. Gonçalves started his career in São Paulo, in an amateur group. As he moved to a professional group, he met Augusto Boal, who was looking for an actor to play an old black man. Joining Boal's Teatro de Arena, Milton Gonçalves found an open environment for political, philosophical and artistic discussion, where he was not discriminated for his race. Gonçalves wrote four plays, one of which was staged by the Teatro Experimental do Negro and directed by Dalmo Ferreira. "There I learnt everything I know about Theater. It was fundamental for my comprehension of the world." A Black Movement activist, Milton Gonçalves tried a political career, in the 1990s, as a candidate to Rio de Janeiro state governorship. Father of actor Maurício Gonçalves, he is married to Oda Gonçalves since 1966.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Milton Gonçalves reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Milton Gonçalves'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 66% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Milton Gonçalves remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Chico e Amigos, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Milton Gonçalves Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Milton Gonçalves's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Milton Gonçalves.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2021 Hermanoteu na Terra de Godah: O Filme Cardeal Fairtown Hit Similar →
2021 Pixinguinha, an Affectionate Man Alfredo Vianna Hit Similar →
2019 Juntos a Magia Acontece Orlando Average Similar →
2019 Carcereiros: O Filme Dr. Louveira Average Similar →
2019 Mussum: Um Filme do Cacildis Self Hit Similar →
2017 All Paulos in the World - Paulo José - Hit Similar →
2016 Pitanga Self Average Similar →
2016 Pelé: Birth of a Legend Waldemar de Brito Hit Similar →
2015 The Violin Teacher Laerte's father (voice) Hit Similar →
2015 Luz, Câmera, 50 Anos: Dona Flor e Seus 2 Maridos - O Filme Padre Clemente Hit Similar →
2015 Luz, Câmera, 50 Anos: As Noivas de Copacabana - O Filme Dr. Fernando Super Hit Similar →
2011 Federal Bank Heist Pastor Average Similar →
2010 The Two Deaths of Quincas Wateryell Delegado Morais Hit Similar →
2009 Chico e Amigos - Super Hit Similar →
2009 Paulo Gracindo - O Bem Amado Self Average Similar →
2009 The Assailant Narrador Average Similar →
2007 Xuxa in Girl's Dream Diretor Severo Super Hit Similar →
2006 A Meeting with Milton Santos Narrador Super Hit Similar →
2005 Daughters of the Wind Zé das Bicicletas Average Similar →
2005 What Is It Worth? - Hit Similar →
2005 História de Amor - Super Hit Similar →
2003 Carandiru Chico Super Hit Similar →
2003 As Alegres Comadres Padre Arnaldo Hit Similar →
2000 Denying Brazil Himself Super Hit Similar →
2000 Villa-Lobos: A Life of Passion Saxofonista (voz) Average Similar →
1997 Four Days in September - Super Hit Similar →
1991 The Memory Thread Narrator Hit Similar →
1990 The Fifth Monkey Judge Super Hit Similar →
1988 Moon Over Parador Carlo Average Similar →
1988 Natal da Portela Natal da Portela Hit Similar →
1987 Subway to the Stars Freitas Average Similar →
1985 Kiss of the Spider Woman Pedro Hit Similar →
1984 Quilombo - Hit Similar →
1981 They Don't Wear Black Tie Bráulio Super Hit Similar →
1979 O Sol dos Amantes - Super Hit Similar →
1977 Sweet Thieves Luquinha Hit Similar →
1977 Lucio Flavio 132 Hit Similar →
1974 The Devil Queen Rainha Diaba Average Similar →
1969 Macunaima Jiguê Hit Similar →
1969 Máscara da Traição Severino Average Similar →
1969 Os Raptores Euzébio Average Similar →
1969 The Angel Was Born Urtiga Hit Similar →
1968 The Brave Warrior Sindicalista Average Similar →
1968 The Naked Man Homem da mudança Average Similar →
1966 Cuidado! Espião Brasileiro em Ação! - Super Hit Similar →
1966 Paraíba, Vida e Morte de um Bandido Bira Average Similar →
1964 Esse Mundo é Meu - Hit Similar →
1962 Five Times Favela (segment "Couro de Gato") Super Hit Similar →
1962 Cat Skin Black Man Working Super Hit Similar →
1958 O Grande Momento - Average Similar →

Milton Gonçalves - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Milton Gonçalves?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Milton Gonçalves is "Chico e Amigos" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Milton Gonçalves acted in?

Milton Gonçalves has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Milton Gonçalves?

Other notable films include "Cuidado! Espião Brasileiro em Ação!", "The Fifth Monkey", and "História de Amor".