Tarcísio Meira - Actor Profile

Tarcísio Meira

Acting
Updated: Apr 20, 2026
28Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Oct 5, 1935
Birth Place: São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil

About Tarcísio Meira

Tarcísio Pereira de Magalhães Sobrinho, better known as Tarcísio Meira (São Paulo, October 5, 1935 — São Paulo, August 12, 2021), was an award-winning Brazilian actor. Considered one of the greatest actors and heartthrobs of his generation, he marked an era with strong characters, in cinema, theater and television. For decades he immortalized television with good guys and villains who marked national television drama. Meira was married for 59 years to actress Glória Menezes; they are the parents of actor Tarcísio Filho.

Tarcísio Meira Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Tarcísio Meira reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 28 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Tarcísio Meira's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 21% of Tarcísio Meira'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 Boca do Lixo: A Bollywood Brasileira, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Tarcísio Meira Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Tarcísio Meira's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Tarcísio Meira has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2025 Tributo: Glória Menezes Self (archive footage) Super Hit Similar →
2013 Mario Wallace Simonsen, Entre a Memória e a História Self Flop Similar →
2011 Glauber Rocha em Defesa do Cinema Brasileiro Self (archive footage) Flop Similar →
2011 Não Se Preocupe, Nada Vai Dar Certo! Ramon Velasco Average Similar →
2011 Boca do Lixo: A Bollywood Brasileira - Super Hit Similar →
2011 Antonio Meliande - Pau pra toda obra Himself Flop Similar →
2007 Anabazys: O Terceiro Testamento de Glauber Rocha - Flop Similar →
1997 Celebração - 100 Anos do Cinema Nacional Self Flop Similar →
1994 Boca Boca Flop Similar →
1990 Boca de Ouro Boca de Ouro Hit Similar →
1989 Solidão: Uma Linda História de Amor - Flop Similar →
1987 I Marcelo Flop Similar →
1987 No Tempo de Glauber - Flop Similar →
1983 The Goofy Bandit Namorado de Aninha (não creditado) Average Similar →
1982 Love Strange Love Dr. Osmar Average Similar →
1981 The Kiss Aprígio Hit Similar →
1981 I Love You Ulisses Flop Similar →
1980 The Age of the Earth Military Christ Average Similar →
1979 República dos Assassinos Mateus Flop Similar →
1979 O Caçador de Esmeraldas Capitão-Mor Average Similar →
1974 O Marginal Osvaldo Flop Similar →
1972 Independência ou Morte Imperador Dom Pedro I Hit Similar →
1972 Missão: Matar! José da Silva Flop Similar →
1971 As Confissões de Frei Abóbora Mauro / Frei Abóbora Flop Similar →
1970 OSS 117 Takes a Vacation Assassin Flop Similar →
1969 Máscara da Traição Carlos Almeida Average Similar →
1969 Quelé do Pajeú Clemente Celidônio / Quelé Hit Similar →
1963 Casinha Pequenina Nestor Average Similar →

Tarcísio Meira - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Tarcísio Meira?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Tarcísio Meira is "Boca do Lixo: A Bollywood Brasileira" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Tarcísio Meira acted in?

Tarcísio Meira has been featured in at least 28 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Tarcísio Meira?

Other notable films include "Tributo: Glória Menezes", "The Kiss", and "Boca de Ouro".

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