Amália Rodrigues - Actor Profile

Amália Rodrigues

Acting
Updated: May 16, 2026
33Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Jul 23, 1920
Birth Place: Lisbon, Portugal

About Amália Rodrigues

Amália, was a Portuguese fadista (fado singer) and actress. Known as the 'Rainha do Fado' ("Queen of Fado"), Rodrigues was instrumental in popularising fado worldwide and travelled internationally throughout her career. Amália remains the best-selling Portuguese artist in history.

Amália Rodrigues Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Amália Rodrigues reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 33 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 58% of Amália Rodrigues'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 Via Macau, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Amália Rodrigues Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Amália Rodrigues's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Amália Rodrigues has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2020 I, Amália Self (archive footage) Super Hit Similar →
2009 Amália, Amá-la - Flop Similar →
2000 The Art of Amália Self - Singer Super Hit Similar →
1998 Vasco Santana: O Bom Português Self Super Hit Similar →
1995 Amália - Uma Estranha Forma de Vida Self Hit Similar →
1991 Until the End of the World Woman in Street Car Hit Similar →
1990 Amalia Rodrigues Live In New York - Super Hit Similar →
1987 Amália no Coliseu de Lisboa, 1987 - Flop Similar →
1986 Amália Rodrigues - Live in Japan - Flop Similar →
1976 Cantigamente n.º 3 Herself Super Hit Similar →
1975 Pim, pam, pum… ¡fuego! - Average Similar →
N/A Lissabon Wuppertal Lisboa - Flop Similar →
1968 A Sapateira Prodigiosa Sapateira Flop Similar →
1967 Amália - Flop Similar →
1966 Via Macau Self Super Hit Similar →
1965 Enchanted Isles Hunila Hit Similar →
1964 Fado Corrido Maria do Amparo Super Hit Similar →
1964 The Betrothed - Super Hit Similar →
1963 La revoltosa Gorgonia Flop Similar →
1962 Historia de una noche Mujer con brazo encabrillado Average Similar →
1961 Canción de arrabal - Average Similar →
1960 Las canciones unidas - Average Similar →
1960 Un rayo de luz Monja que entrega premio Average Similar →
1960 Un ángel tuvo la culpa Vecina Hit Similar →
1959 Vacations in Majorca - Average Similar →
1958 Music of Always - Hit Similar →
1958 Sangue Toureiro Maria da Graça Hit Similar →
1956 April in Portugal Self Super Hit Similar →
1955 Lovers' Net Amália Flop Similar →
1949 Vendaval Maravilhoso Eugênia Câmara Hit Similar →
1949 Sun and Bulls Amália Rodrigues Super Hit Similar →
1947 Fado, a Singer's Story Ana Maria Super Hit Similar →
1947 Black Cloaks Maria de Lisboa Hit Similar →

Amália Rodrigues - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Amália Rodrigues?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Amália Rodrigues is "Via Macau" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Amália Rodrigues acted in?

Amália Rodrigues has been featured in at least 33 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Amália Rodrigues?

Other notable films include "I, Amália", "Amalia Rodrigues Live In New York", and "Sun and Bulls".

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