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.
Roberto Durán Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Roberto Durán reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 13 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Roberto Durán's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 46% of Roberto Durán'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 Roberto Duran vs. Sugar Ray Leonard II, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Roberto Durán Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Roberto Durán's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Roberto Durán has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| 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 → |
| 1996 | Boxing Barmy | - | Flop | 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 13 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".