Joana Santos
ActingAbout Joana Santos
Joana Santos was born on November 16, 1985 in Lisbon, Portugal. She is currently one of the best-known and most cherished Portuguese actresses by the public. Before becoming an actress, she did some work as model and it was through her agency that she did the casting for the NBP, which later opened the doors to the world of representation. Her first role in television was in the soap opera Fala-me de Amor (2006) in 2006, but she became known in 2010 for the role of the evil Diana in the Emmy-winner soap opera Laços de Sangue (2010), for which Joana signed an exclusive contract with the TV channel SIC. Joana made her film debut in What's New About Love? (2011) in 2011 and was again a protagonist in the remake of SIC Dancin' Days (2012) in 2012. - IMDb Mini Biography By: FD
Joana Santos Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Joana Santos reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 10 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Joana Santos's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 50% of Joana Santos'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 On Falling, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Joana Santos Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Joana Santos's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Joana Santos has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | On Falling | Aurora | Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | Vadio | Sandra | Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | Um Filme em Forma de Assim | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2017 | That Good Night | Joana | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Uma Rapariga Imaterial | Rita | Flop | Similar → |
| 2012 | Assim Assim | Cláudia | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | What's New About Love? | Rita | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | E o Tempo Passa | Camila | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Alice | Stewardess | Hit | Similar → |
| N/A | Familiar Feelings | - | Flop | Similar → |
Joana Santos - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Joana Santos?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Joana Santos is "On Falling" with a rating of 7.2/10.
How many movies has Joana Santos acted in?
Joana Santos has been featured in at least 10 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Joana Santos?
Other notable films include "Alice", "Assim Assim", and "Vadio".