Xan das Bolas
ActingAbout Xan das Bolas
Tomás Ares Pena was a Spanish actor. He started in the theater in the thirties as a comedian and variety actor. After the Spanish Civil War, he began his film career, and in the following years he became one of the supporting actors with one of the longest careers in the history of Spanish cinema.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Xan das Bolas reveals a career defined by exceptional commercial consistency. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Xan das Bolas's filmography leans towards the Comedy genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 72% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Xan das Bolas remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in El hombre que viajaba despacito, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Xan das Bolas Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Xan das Bolas's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Xan das Bolas.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1974 | Una pareja... distinta | Truhán | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | Celos, amor y Mercado Común | Amigo de Felipe | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Delusions of Grandeur | Sheikh of the Barbary (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Cut-Throats Nine | Buddy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | El alma se serena | Jefe de estación | Average | Similar → |
| 1968 | Los que tocan el piano | Rufino Celeiro - el Sereno | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | Villa Rides | Villa's Telegraphist (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1968 | Operation Mata Hari | Jefe de sala del cabaret | Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | Two Crosses in Danger Pass | Bartender | Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | Lost Command | Old Man with Flag (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | Proceso a una estrella | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | Texas Jim | Pedro, the Mexican | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | Cotolay | Monje | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Palomos | Taxi driver | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Backfire | Guard of the boat parking | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | Strange Voyage | Cosme | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | Heroes of the West | Doctor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | Chica para todo | Gancho del Timador | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | The Executioner | Guarda de la obra | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | Death and the Lumberjack | Guardia | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | The Big Family | (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | The Son of Captain Blood | Matt | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | Placido | Rivas | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Zorro the Avenger | Soldado | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Vamos a contar mentiras | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Fray Escoba | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | Fantasmas en la casa | Pascasio | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Revolt of the Mercenaries | Katia's Companion | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | La venganza de Don Mendo | Alí | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | Crimen para recién casados | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | El gafe | Sobrino de D. Balbino #2 | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | Streetcar for Sale | Marmolista | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | ¿Dónde vas, Alfonso XII? | Madrileño gritón (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Life Ahead | Copiloto de la camioneta | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Fulano y Mengano | Conductor del coche fúnebre | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | El hombre que viajaba despacito | Jugador de cartas | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Fedra, the Devil's Daughter | (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | El fenómeno | Guardia del Parque | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | ¡Aquí hay petróleo! | Baldomero | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Pride | Gabriel | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Radio Stories | Sargento de la guardia civil | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | El guardián del paraíso | Sereno | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Devil Plays the Flute | Presidente | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Tres huchas para Oriente | Portero del estadio (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Vuelo 971 | Padre | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Jeromín | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Nadie lo sabrá | Cartero | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Doubt | Sereno (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Post Office Box 1001 | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | El hombre que se quiso matar | Huésped | Super Hit | Similar → |
Xan das Bolas - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Xan das Bolas?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Xan das Bolas is "El hombre que viajaba despacito" with a rating of 9.5/10.
How many movies has Xan das Bolas acted in?
Xan das Bolas has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Xan das Bolas?
Other notable films include "Jeromín", "Nadie lo sabrá", and "Texas Jim".