Lilia Prado - Actor Profile

Lilia Prado

Acting
Updated: May 11, 2026
50Total Films
8.1 Highest Rated
Born: Mar 30, 1928
Birth Place: Sahuayo, Michoacan, Mexico

About Lilia Prado

Lilia Prado (March 30, 1928 – May 22, 2006) was a Mexican actress and dancer. After winning a beauty contest she started working in the Mexican cinematographic industry, first as an extra, and later on in leading roles. She starred in over 100 films, being directed by Luis Buñuel in Subida al cielo (Ascent to Heaven), Abismos de pasión (Wuthering Heights), and La ilusión viaja en tranvía (Illusion Travels by Streetcar). In many films she shared scenes with Pedro Infante. She and Silvia Pinal were the only actresses who worked with Buñuel in three films.

Lilia Prado Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Lilia Prado 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 Lilia Prado's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 38% of Lilia Prado'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 La Vida No Vale Nada, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Lilia Prado Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Lilia Prado's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Lilia Prado has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1987 Cinco nacos asaltan Las Vegas Lilia Prado Hit Similar →
1984 Adiós Lagunilla, adiós - Average Similar →
1981 Mi nombre es Sergio, soy alcohólico Madre de Claudia Average Similar →
1979 Ratero - Average Similar →
1974 Los Valientes de Guerrero - Average Similar →
1974 Faith, Hope and Charity Nurse (segment "Esperanza") Average Similar →
1971 The Castaway on the Street of Providence Self Super Hit Similar →
1967 Rancho solo - Hit Similar →
1965 The Crows are Grieving Mariana Average Similar →
1962 El asesino enmascarado - Average Similar →
1962 El rey de la pistola - Average Similar →
1962 Little Town Margarita Hit Similar →
1962 Cuanto vale tu hijo - Hit Similar →
1961 El malvado Carabel - Hit Similar →
1961 El analfabeto Blanca Morales Super Hit Similar →
1961 Senda prohibida Nora Average Similar →
1960 Vuelta al paraíso - Average Similar →
1959 El que con niños se acuesta... Rosario Hit Similar →
1959 Kermesse - Hit Similar →
1959 I'm flying low - Hit Similar →
1959 Mis secretarias privadas - Average Similar →
1959 La reina del cielo - Average Similar →
1958 Ladrones de niños Marta Average Similar →
1958 A Media Luz Los Tres - Average Similar →
1956 Talpa Juana Average Similar →
1956 The Hawks Rosaura Hit Similar →
1955 La Vida No Vale Nada Martha Super Hit Similar →
1955 Después de la tormenta - Hit Similar →
1954 Wuthering Heights Isabel Average Similar →
1954 Illusion Travels by Streetcar Lupita Hit Similar →
1953 Cuarto de hotel - Average Similar →
1952 Rumba caliente - Average Similar →
1952 Las interesadas - Average Similar →
1952 Mexican Bus Ride Raquel Hit Similar →
1952 Traigo mi 45 María Elena Ruiz Average Similar →
1951 My General's Wives Lupe Hit Similar →
1951 Heart of beast Magda Average Similar →
1951 The Poulterer Hawk Antonia 'La Gela' Super Hit Similar →
1950 Cuando acaba la noche Consuelo González Average Similar →
1950 Love Pays for Love - Average Similar →
1949 Confidencias de un ruletero Rosa Average Similar →
1949 Cita con la muerte - Average Similar →
1949 Novia a la medida - Average Similar →
1949 Perez Family Rosa Hit Similar →
1948 Dueña y señora - Average Similar →
1948 Tongolele Has Been Killed Clarita Average Similar →
1948 El Reino de los Gángsters - Average Similar →
1948 Tania, the Beautiful Wild Girl Amiga 2 Average Similar →
1948 Tarzan and the Mermaids Aquitanian Average Similar →
1948 Nocturno de amor - Hit Similar →

Lilia Prado - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Lilia Prado?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Lilia Prado is "La Vida No Vale Nada" with a rating of 8.1/10.

How many movies has Lilia Prado acted in?

Lilia Prado has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Lilia Prado?

Other notable films include "The Castaway on the Street of Providence", "The Poulterer Hawk", and "El analfabeto".

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