Peret
ActingAbout Peret
Pedro Pubill Calaf, better known as Peret, was a Spanish Romani singer, guitar player, composer and actor, called the King of Catalan Rumba. Known for his 1971 single “Borriquito,” Peret represented Spain at the Eurovision Song Contest 1974 with the song “Canta y sé feliz.” In 1982, Peret withdrew from the music industry, joining the Iglesia Evangélica de Filadelfia, a large religious community of the Spanish gypsies, devoting himself in the following years exclusively to preaching and other religious activities. After leaving the church in 1991, he resumed his music activity and recorded new albums. In 1992, he sang at the Barcelona Olympic Games during the closing ceremonies. Peret died in Barcelona in 2014 from lung cancer, aged 79.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Peret reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 15 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Music
The majority of Peret's filmography leans towards the Music 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 20% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Peret remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Peret i l’origen de la rumba catalana, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Peret Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Peret's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Peret.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | El ventilador. Una història de rumba | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | Peret: The King of the Gipsy Rumba | Self - Singer (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Petitet | Himself (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | Rumba Tres, de ida y vuelta | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | Peret i l’origen de la rumba catalana | Himself | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | ¡Cuchíbiri, cuchíbiri! La rumba de Peret | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | Killer Housewives | Cura | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | ¡Qué cosas tiene el amor! | Peret / Antonio | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | A mí las mujeres ni fu ni fa | Pedro | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | Si Fulano fuese Mengano | Raúl Arévalo / Miguel García | Average | Similar → |
| 1970 | El mesón del gitano | Peret | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | Amor a todo gas | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | El taxi de los conflictos | El bígamo | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | Un día después de agosto | Guitarist | Flop | Similar → |
| 1963 | Los Tarantos | Guitarist | Average | Similar → |
Peret - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Peret?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Peret is "Peret i l’origen de la rumba catalana" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Peret acted in?
Peret has been featured in at least 15 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Peret?
Other notable films include "Peret: The King of the Gipsy Rumba", "El taxi de los conflictos", and "Los Tarantos".