Asdrúbal Meléndez - Actor Profile

Asdrúbal Meléndez

Acting
Updated: May 15, 2026
38Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Nov 1, 1935
Birth Place: Falcón, Venezuela

About Asdrúbal Meléndez

A schoolteacher, calligrapher, and theater, film, and television actor, he has an interest in other disciplines such as poetry, sculpture, and painting. He studied art at renowned institutions in the country and sculpture in Prague, Czech Republic. His artistic work can be seen in more than 60 feature films, the first of which was El cine soy yo (1977) by Luis Armando Roche. He has also worked as a set designer for various theatrical productions and Venezuelan films. As a poet, he has an important body of work published in magazines and newspapers.

Asdrúbal Meléndez Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Asdrúbal Meléndez reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 38 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 53% of Asdrúbal Meléndez'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 ¡Diles que no me maten!, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Asdrúbal Meléndez Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Asdrúbal Meléndez's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Asdrúbal Meléndez has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2022 Sons of the Earth Abuelo de Rafael Flop Similar →
2020 Monday or Tuesday, Never Sunday Ezequiel Flop Similar →
2020 Canción de las sombras - Flop Similar →
2017 Cabrujas en el país del disimulo - Flop Similar →
2013 Yotama se va volando - Flop Similar →
2011 El Silbón - Flop Similar →
2011 Una Mirada al Mar - Flop Similar →
2010 Zamora, tierra y hombres libres - Flop Similar →
2007 La clase - Flop Similar →
2005 El caracazo - Flop Similar →
2000 Manuela Sáenz - Hit Similar →
1998 Coup at Daybreak - Hit Similar →
1997 La voz del corazón - Flop Similar →
1996 Tokyo-Paraguaipoa - Flop Similar →
1990 Black River Carrera Hit Similar →
1988 The Secret - Super Hit Similar →
1988 A Very Old Man with Enormous Wings Pelayo Flop Similar →
1986 La Matanza de Santa Bárbara - Super Hit Similar →
1985 Oriana Sánchez Average Similar →
1984 ¡Diles que no me maten! Juvencio Nava Super Hit Similar →
1984 Cóctel de Camarones. En el Día de la Secretaria - Hit Similar →
1984 El iluminado - Super Hit Similar →
1983 The Compass Rose - Flop Similar →
1982 The Wedding - Hit Similar →
1980 Manoa - Hit Similar →
1979 Portable Country - Hit Similar →
1979 Manuel Manuel Super Hit Similar →
1979 El crimen del penalista - Super Hit Similar →
1978 Carmen - Average Similar →
1978 The Company Forgives a Moment of Madness - Super Hit Similar →
1977 The Moving-Picture Man Jacinto Super Hit Similar →
1977 Se llamaba SN - Super Hit Similar →
1976 Fiebre - Super Hit Similar →
1975 La bomba - Super Hit Similar →
1975 Sacred and Obscene - Super Hit Similar →
1975 El circo mágico - Flop Similar →
1974 Chronicle of a Latin American Subversive - Hit Similar →
1966 La ciudad que nos ve - Flop Similar →

Asdrúbal Meléndez - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Asdrúbal Meléndez?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Asdrúbal Meléndez is "¡Diles que no me maten!" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Asdrúbal Meléndez acted in?

Asdrúbal Meléndez has been featured in at least 38 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Asdrúbal Meléndez?

Other notable films include "El iluminado", "Manuel", and "Fiebre".

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