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".
Tony Plana Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Tony Plana reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Tony Plana's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 36% of Tony Plana'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 Primal Fear, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Tony Plana Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Tony Plana's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Tony Plana has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| 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 → |
| 1982 | An Officer and a Gentleman | Emiliano Della Serra | Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | Zoot Suit | Rudy | Average | Similar → |
| 1981 | Madame X | Senor Rueda | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | The Streets of L.A. | Alberto "Toto" Corona | Flop | 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".