Tony Plana
ActingAbout Tony Plana
Tony Plana is a Cuban-American stage, film and television actor and director, best known for playing Ignacio Suarez, the father of the leading character on the television show "Ugly Betty".
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Tony Plana 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 Tony Plana'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 36% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Tony Plana remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Primal Fear, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Tony Plana Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Tony Plana's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Tony Plana.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Holy Cash | Actor | Average | Similar → |
| 2023 | A Snowy Day in Oakland | Jesus Salgado | Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | Wasp Network | Luis Posada Carriles | Average | Similar → |
| 2019 | Bombshell | Geraldo Rivera | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Roman J. Israel, Esq. | Jessie Salinas | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | Butterfly Caught | Michael Channis (Acting Coach) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2017 | Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon Wildlands: War Within The Cartel | El Cardenal | Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | Jodi Arias: Dirty Little Secret | Prosecutor Martinez | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | Pain & Gain | Captain Lopez | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | Life Is Hot in Cracktown | Lou | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | Half Past Dead 2 | Warden El Fuego | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | The Dead One | Aparicio | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Goal! | Hernan Muñez | Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Half Past Dead | Warden El Fuego | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | The Princess and the Barrio Boy | Ramon Torres | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | Hard Time: Hostage Hotel | Mayor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | My Little Assassin | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | The Wonderful Ice Cream Suit | Victor Medina | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | One Eight Seven | Principal Garcia | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Death in Granada | Lorca's Friend Marcos | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | Lone Star | Ray | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Primal Fear | Martinez | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Nixon | Manolo Sanchez | Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | The Burning Season | Galvao | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | A Million to Juan | Jorge | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Father & Son: Dangerous Relations | Torres | Average | Similar → |
| 1992 | Live Wire | Al-Red | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | The Panama Deception | English Voice-over | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | JFK | Carlos Bringuier | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | One Good Cop | Beniamino | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | Havana | Julio Ramos | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | The Rookie | Morales | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | In the Line of Duty: A Cop for the Killing | Mario Portillo Grande | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | Romero | Father Manuel Morantes | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | The Case of the Hillside Stranglers | Mike Hernandez | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Buy & Cell | Raoul | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Break of Dawn | Rodriguez | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | The Gambler: The Legend Continues | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | Born in East L.A. | Feo | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | ¡Three Amigos! | Jefe | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | Salvador | Major Maximilliano Casanova | Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | The Best of Times | Chico | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | Godzilla 1985 | Goro Maki (voice) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | El Norte | Carlos the Bus Boy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | Nightmares | Father Luis Del Amo (segment "The Benediction") | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | Valley Girl | Low Rider | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | What's Up, Hideous Sun Demon | Officer Ignatz | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | An Officer and a Gentleman | Emiliano Della Serra | Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | Zoot Suit | Rudy | Average | Similar → |
| 1981 | Madame X | Senor Rueda | Hit | Similar → |
Tony Plana - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Tony Plana?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Tony Plana is "Primal Fear" with a rating of 7.7/10.
How many movies has Tony Plana acted in?
Tony Plana has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Tony Plana?
Other notable films include "JFK", "El Norte", and "An Officer and a Gentleman".