Zé Carlos Machado - Actor Profile

Zé Carlos Machado

Acting
Updated: May 15, 2026
36Total Films
8.1 Highest Rated
Born: Apr 16, 1950
Birth Place: Alfredo Marcondes, São Paulo, Brazil

About Zé Carlos Machado

José Carlos Machado (Alfredo Marcondes, April 16, 1950), better known as Zécarlos Machado, is a Brazilian actor. With a long career in theater that began in 1975, he began to dedicate himself to television and cinema more effectively only in the 2000s. He became known as the therapist Théo Cecatto, protagonist of the television series Sessão de Terapia.

Zé Carlos Machado Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Zé Carlos Machado reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 36 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Zé Carlos Machado's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 28% of Zé Carlos Machado'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 Nise: The Heart of Madness, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Zé Carlos Machado Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Zé Carlos Machado's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Zé Carlos Machado has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2026 Cinco Tipos de Medo Régis Flop Similar →
2026 The Condor Conspiracy - Flop Similar →
2026 Encontro com Darcy (VR) Darcy Ribeiro Flop Similar →
2024 A Cabana - Flop Similar →
2024 Sunday Night Antônio Flop Similar →
2023 Infinitas Terras (Ou Relatos do Meu Tempo Crise) - Flop Similar →
2022 As Verdades Valmir Hit Similar →
2022 Liz's Wait Matheus Flop Similar →
2021 Pantanal: The Good Innocence of Our Origins - Flop Similar →
2020 Mar de Dentro - Average Similar →
2020 Behind the Shadows Morais Average Similar →
2020 Waves - Average Similar →
2019 Loop Pedro Super Hit Similar →
2017 Unicorn Father Hit Similar →
2016 Magal e os Formigas Norberto Average Similar →
2016 Elis Romeu Hit Similar →
2016 Nise: The Heart of Madness Dr. Nelson Super Hit Similar →
2016 The Ten Commandments: The Movie Seti I Hit Similar →
2014 I Swear I'll Leave This Town - Flop Similar →
2014 The Last Drive-In Theater - Average Similar →
2013 Memories They Told Me José Carlos Average Similar →
2012 Xingu Ministro Pedroso Horta Hit Similar →
2011 I'd Receive the Worst News from Your Beautiful Lips Pastor Ernani Average Similar →
2011 Homens com Cheiro de Flor Belizário Hit Similar →
2011 Mentiras Sinceras - Flop Similar →
2010 Reflections of a Blender Delegado Super Hit Similar →
2010 The Best Things in the World Horácio Average Similar →
2009 The Wind Venâncio Flop Similar →
2007 Alice's House Lindomar Flop Similar →
2007 The Sign of the City Delegado Average Similar →
2006 Blood and Wine: A Brazilian Story - Flop Similar →
2005 Delicate Crime Actor in play 'leonor de mendonça' Flop Similar →
2005 Recortes Juca 2004 Flop Similar →
2004 Olga Ministro da guerra Hit Similar →
1998 Friendly Fire Miguel Average Similar →
1983 The Next Victim - Flop Similar →

Zé Carlos Machado - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Zé Carlos Machado?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Zé Carlos Machado is "Nise: The Heart of Madness" with a rating of 8.1/10.

How many movies has Zé Carlos Machado acted in?

Zé Carlos Machado has been featured in at least 36 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Zé Carlos Machado?

Other notable films include "Reflections of a Blender", "Loop", and "Xingu".

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