Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva - Actor Profile

Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva

Acting
Updated: May 15, 2026
50Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Oct 27, 1945
Birth Place: Caetés, Pernambuco, Brazil

About Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva

Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva (born 27 October 1945), known simply as Lula, is a Brazilian politician who served as President of Brazil from 1 January 2003 to 1 January 2011. He is a founding member of the Workers' Party (PT – Partido dos Trabalhadores) and ran for president three times unsuccessfully, first in the 1989 election, then again in 1994 and 1998. Lula achieved victory in the 2002 election, and was inaugurated as president on 1 January 2003. In the 2006 election he was elected for a second term as president, which ended on 31 December 2010. Succeeded by his former Chief of Staff, Dilma Rousseff, he left an enduring mark on Brazilian politics in the form of Lulism. Description above from the Wikipedia article Luis Inácio Lula da Silva, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.

Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 52% of Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva'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 Metalúrgicos do ABC: 20 anos lutando pela democracia, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2025 Apocalypse in the Tropics Self Super Hit Similar →
2024 Lula Self Flop Similar →
2024 8/1 – A Democracia Resiste Self Hit Similar →
2022 A Symphony for a Common Man Self Flop Similar →
2022 Breaking Myths Self (archive footage) Super Hit Similar →
2022 The Coup d'État Factory Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva Super Hit Similar →
2022 580 Dias - Flop Similar →
2022 Lula: Bastidores da Vitória Self Flop Similar →
2022 Toninho 20 anos: a verdade é demais para nós? Self - Footage Flop Similar →
2022 Brasil, Ame-o ou Chore - Flop Similar →
2021 8 Presidentes 1 Juramento: A História de um Tempo Presente - Super Hit Similar →
2021 Alvorada Self Hit Similar →
2019 Latinoamérica, territorio en disputa Self - President of Brazil (2003–2010) Flop Similar →
2019 Não Nasci para Deixar meus Olhos Perderem Tempo Self (archive footage) Flop Similar →
2019 1964: Brazil between weapons and books Himself Hit Similar →
2019 The Edge of Democracy Self Super Hit Similar →
2018 Lower House Himself Super Hit Similar →
2018 Encantado, le Brésil désenchanté - Super Hit Similar →
2018 Chão de Fábrica Self (archive) Average Similar →
2018 3 Meals Self Flop Similar →
2018 The Trial Self Super Hit Similar →
2014 Democracia em Preto e Branco Himself Super Hit Similar →
2014 My Friend Hugo Self Flop Similar →
2010 A Day in the Life Self (archive footage) Hit Similar →
2010 Todo Poderoso: O Filme - 100 Anos de Timão Self Super Hit Similar →
2010 The Inconclusive Independence Self - President of Brazil Hit Similar →
2009 South of the Border Self Average Similar →
2006 The Hills of Disorder Self (archive footage) Hit Similar →
2004 Intermissions Himself Super Hit Similar →
2004 Athens 2004: Olympic Opening Ceremony (Games of the XXVIII Olympiad) Self - President of Brazil Super Hit Similar →
2004 Atos: A campanha pública de Lula - Flop Similar →
2003 Born To Be Blind Self Average Similar →
2003 Cartas da Mãe - Super Hit Similar →
1998 Metalúrgicos do ABC: 20 anos lutando pela democracia Himself (arquivo) Super Hit Similar →
1993 Beyond Citizen Kane Self Super Hit Similar →
1993 Ulysses Cidadão Self Flop Similar →
1990 ABC of a Strike Self Super Hit Similar →
1985 Muda Brasil Self Hit Similar →
1985 Patriamada - Average Similar →
1985 Igreja da Libertação - Super Hit Similar →
1984 O Evangelho Segundo Teotônio - Super Hit Similar →
1983 The Next Victim Self (archive footage) (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1982 Linha de Montagem Self - Presidente do Sindicato dos Metalúrgicos Hit Similar →
1980 A Luta do Povo Self (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1980 A, B, C, Brasil Self (uncredited) Average Similar →
1979 Trabalhadores: Presente! Self (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1978 Women Metalworkers Self (uncredited) Average Similar →
1977 Acidente de Trabalho Self - Presidente do Sindicato Flop Similar →
N/A Mais um Dia na Natureza Self (archive footage) Flop Similar →
N/A The Visit himself Flop Similar →

Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva is "Metalúrgicos do ABC: 20 anos lutando pela democracia" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva acted in?

Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva?

Other notable films include "O Evangelho Segundo Teotônio", "Cartas da Mãe", and "Encantado, le Brésil désenchanté".

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