Roberto Durán
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Roberto Durán Samaniego (born June 16, 1951) is a Panamanian former professional boxer who competed from 1968 to 2001. He held world championships in four weight classes: lightweight, welterweight, light middleweight and middleweight, as well as reigns as the undisputed and lineal lightweight champion, and the lineal welterweight champion. He is also the second boxer to have competed over a span of five decades, the first being Jack Johnson. Durán was known as a versatile, technical brawler and pressure fighter, which earned him the nickname of "Manos de Piedra" ("Hands of Stone") for his formidable punching power and excellent defense.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Roberto Durán reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 12 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Documentary
The majority of Roberto Durán's filmography leans towards the Documentary 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), Roberto Durán remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Roberto Duran vs. Sugar Ray Leonard II, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Roberto Durán Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Roberto Durán's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Roberto Durán.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | I Am Durán | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Ilegitimo | Roberto Durán | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | Invasion | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | No Más | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Fists of a Nation | himself | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | The Fabulous Four | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | Roberto Duran vs. Sugar Ray Leonard III | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | Harlem Nights | Roberto | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | Marvin Hagler vs Roberto Duran | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | Roberto Duran vs. Sugar Ray Leonard II | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | Sugar Ray Leonard vs. Roberto Duran | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Rocky II | Fighter (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
Roberto Durán - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Roberto Durán?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Roberto Durán is "Roberto Duran vs. Sugar Ray Leonard II" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Roberto Durán acted in?
Roberto Durán has been featured in at least 12 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Roberto Durán?
Other notable films include "Sugar Ray Leonard vs. Roberto Duran", "Rocky II", and "Invasion".