Nora Aunor - Actor Profile

Nora Aunor

Acting
Freshness: Jan 19, 2026
50Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: May 21, 1953
Birth Place: Iriga, Camarines Sur, Philippines

About Nora Aunor

Nora Aunor (born Nora Cabaltera Villamayor on 21 May 1953 and died on 16 April 2025) was a Filipino actress, recording artist, and film producer. She was best known for her roles in the films Tatlong Taong Walang Diyos (1976), Minsa'y Isang Gamu-gamo (1976), Ina Ka ng Anak Mo (1979), Bona (1980), Himala (1982), Bulaklak sa City Jail (1984), The Flor Contemplacion Story (1995), Bakit May Kahapon Pa? (1996), and Thy Womb (2012). For her contribution in film and broadcast arts, she was conferred the Order of National Artists of the Philippines in 2022.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Nora Aunor 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 Nora Aunor'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 50% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Nora Aunor remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Ang Tsimay at Ang Tambay, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Nora Aunor Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Nora Aunor's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Nora Aunor.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2020 One More Rainbow - Flop Similar →
2020 Himala: A Dialectic for Our Times - Flop Similar →
2016 Pare, Mahal Mo Raw Ako - Super Hit Similar →
2016 Padre de Familia - Super Hit Similar →
2015 The Last Pinoy Action King Herself Flop Similar →
2015 Taklub Bebeth Average Similar →
2014 Kinabukasan Ernest Flop Similar →
2014 Dementia Mara Flop Similar →
2014 Hustisya - Flop Similar →
2013 Barber's Tales NPA Leader Super Hit Similar →
2012 El Presidente Maria Aguinaldo Flop Similar →
2012 Thy Womb Shaleha Average Similar →
2012 Himala Ngayon Self Super Hit Similar →
1997 Babae - Average Similar →
1996 Why Is There a Yesterday? Helen/ Karina Salvacion Hit Similar →
1995 Muling Umawit ang Puso Loida Verrano Super Hit Similar →
1995 The Flor Contemplacion Story Flor Contemplacion Super Hit Similar →
1993 Inay Sally Flop Similar →
1991 The Real Life of Pacita M. Pacita Macaspac Flop Similar →
1990 Andrea, How Is It Like to Be a Mother? Andrea Average Similar →
1988 Miracle Elsa Super Hit Similar →
1988 Sana Mahalin Mo Ako Maria Super Hit Similar →
1987 Takot Ako, Eh! - Average Similar →
1987 Three Mothers, One Child Au Flop Similar →
1986 Payaso - Super Hit Similar →
1985 Beloved Adora Bernal Super Hit Similar →
1984 Bulaklak sa City Jail Angela Flop Similar →
1984 Condemned Yolly Flop Similar →
1984 'Merika Mila Cruz Flop Similar →
1984 Bona Bona Hit Similar →
1983 Bad Bananas on the Silver Screen Maria Clara Hit Similar →
1982 T-Bird at Ako Sylvia Flop Similar →
1981 Kontrobersyal Herself Hit Similar →
1981 Bakit Bughaw ang Langit? Babette Super Hit Similar →
1980 Kastilyong Buhangin Laura Flop Similar →
1980 Reyna ng Pitong Gatang Senyang / Dr. Benedicto Hit Similar →
1980 Nakaw na Pag-ibig Corazon 'Azon' Rivera Super Hit Similar →
1979 Annie Batungbakal Annie Batungbakal Super Hit Similar →
1979 Bakit May Pag-ibig Pa? - Super Hit Similar →
1979 Ang Tsimay at Ang Tambay - Super Hit Similar →
1978 Ikaw ay Akin Teresita 'Tere' Valdez Hit Similar →
1978 Mga Mata ni Angelita Metro Aide Sweeper Average Similar →
1977 Ibilanggo si Neneng Magtanggol Neneng Magtanggol Super Hit Similar →
1977 Tisoy! Corazon (uncredited) Super Hit Similar →
1976 Once A Moth Corazon de la Cruz Super Hit Similar →
1976 Three Years Without God Rosario Hit Similar →
1975 Batu-Bato sa Langit (Ang Tamaa'y Huwag Magagalit..!) Orang Apacible Flop Similar →
1975 Dugo at Pag-ibig Sa Kapirasong Lupa Dory (segment 5) Average Similar →
1975 Banaue: Stairway to the Sky Banaue Average Similar →
1974 Fe, Esperanza, Caridad Fe / Esperanza / Caridad Flop Similar →

Nora Aunor - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Nora Aunor?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Nora Aunor is "Ang Tsimay at Ang Tambay" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Nora Aunor acted in?

Nora Aunor has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Nora Aunor?

Other notable films include "Sana Mahalin Mo Ako", "Bakit Bughaw ang Langit?", and "Nakaw na Pag-ibig".