Cast: João Arrais
Top movies, series, and documentaries starring João Arrais. Uncover the most acclaimed works, loved by fans and praised by critics.
Titles found: 25
Direction Raoul Ruiz
Cast Adriano Luz · Maria João Bastos · Ricardo Pereira · Clotilde Hesme
Synopsis Mysteries of Lisbon (TV Miniseries) (2010) is a captivating adaptation of the 19th-century Portuguese novel by Camilo Castelo Branco, spanning 6 episodes. The narrative revolves around Joao, the illegitimate son of a doomed aristocratic love affair, as he embarks on...
7.4
215 votes
7.4
215 votes
Direction Raoul Ruiz
Cast Adriano Luz · Maria João Bastos · Ricardo Pereira · Clotilde Hesme
Synopsis Mysteries of Lisbon (2010) immerses viewers in a swirling tale of escapades, coincidences, and revelations, all intertwined with intense emotions and passions. The narrative unfolds across multiple countries, from Portugal to France, Italy, and even Brazil. Set in a Lisbon...
7.2
885 votes
7.2
885 votes
Direction Pedro Lopes · Tiago Guedes
Cast Miguel Nunes · Matt Rippy · Stephanie Vogt · João Arrais
Synopsis Glória (TV Series) (2021) is set in the tense atmosphere of the 1960s during the Cold War era. The story unfolds in the quaint village of Glória do Ribatejo, where João Vidal embarks on a series of perilous espionage missions....
6.8
243 votes
6.8
243 votes
Direction Mário Barroso
Cast María de Medeiros · Marcello Urgeghe · João Pedro Mamede · João Arrais
Synopsis Ordem Moral (2020) follows the captivating journey of Maria Adelaide Coelho da Cunha, a wealthy heiress and proprietor of the influential newspaper Diário de Notícias, in the year 1918. Driven by an unexpected passion, she abandons her privileged life, filled...
6.8
39 votes
6.8
39 votes
Direction Tiago Guedes
Cast Albano Jerónimo · Sandra Faleiro · Miguel Borges · Ana Vilela da Costa
Synopsis The Domain (2019) follows the saga of a Portuguese family who possess one of Europe's most expansive estates, situated along the southern shore of the River Tagus. This film explores the hidden truths and intricacies of their ancestral home, offering...
6.2
41 votes
6.2
41 votes
Direction Carlos Conceição
Cast João Arrais · Anabela Moreira · Gustavo Sumpta · Miguel Amorim
Synopsis Tommy Guns (2022) is set in 1974 Angola, where Portuguese colonists and their descendants are forced to flee as nationalist groups reclaim their territory. The narrative follows a tribal girl who encounters both love and tragedy when she crosses paths...
6.0
44 votes
6.0
44 votes
Direction Carlos Conceição
Cast João Arrais · Isabel Abreu · Carlos Conceição
Synopsis Serpentário (2019) follows the journey of a young man as he wanders through a desolate African terrain, ravaged by catastrophe, in search of his mother's spectral presence.
5.8
21 votes
5.8
21 votes
Direction Alfonso Blanco · Toño López
Cast Victória Guerra · Monti Castiñeiras · Sergio Pazos · Eva Fernández
Synopsis Auga Seca (TV Series) (2020) follows the aftermath of Paulo Duarte's death, initially deemed a suicide but met with skepticism from both law enforcement and his sister Teresa. Driven by a desire for truth, Teresa abandons her life in Lisbon...
5.5
466 votes
5.5
466 votes
Fatima
2020 · Movie · 113 min. · United States
Direction Marco Pontecorvo
Cast Harvey Keitel · Lucia Moniz · Goran Visnjic · Sônia Braga
Synopsis Fatima (2020) follows the journey of three brave Portuguese children who, amidst the turmoil of World War I, receive a series of mysterious revelations. As they encounter these apparitions, their skeptical family and confrontational government officials attempt to suppress their...
5.5
223 votes
5.5
223 votes
Direction Carlos Conceição
Cast Matthieu Charneau · Joana Ribeiro · Leonor Silveira · João Arrais
Synopsis Name Above Title (2020) follows the unassuming existence of a serial killer residing in Lisbon, whose life takes an unexpected turn when an odd occurrence propels him into the spotlight of social media fame.
5.3
110 votes
5.3
110 votes
Direction Valeria Sarmiento
Cast Nuno Lopes · Soraia Chaves · Marisa Paredes · John Malkovich
Synopsis The Lines of Wellington (2012) unfolds during the Peninsular War, focusing on the French invasion of Portugal in 1810. Following unsuccessful attempts by Junot and Soult in 1807 and 1809, Napoleon Bonaparte dispatched a formidable army under the command of...
5.1
180 votes
5.1
180 votes
Direction Jorge Paixão da Costa
Cast Tomás Alves · Tiago Aldeia · Gonçalo Botelho · Anabela Moreira
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Direction Gonçalo Galvão Teles · Jorge Paixão da Costa
Cast João Arrais · Miguel Borges · Raimundo Cosme · Isac Graça
Synopsis Hero on the Front (2018) follows the harrowing journey of a Portuguese soldier who finds himself separated from his unit amidst the chaos of the Battle of La Lys. Alone and outnumbered, he must navigate through a relentless series of...
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Direction Carlos Conceição
Cast João Arrais · Isabel Ruth
Synopsis Versailles (S) (2013) follows the story of a frail, elderly woman confined to a wheelchair and a restless, hormone-driven teenage boy who find themselves at a secluded beach cabin. As the woman experiences fleeting moments of clarity, she attempts to...
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Direction Fernando Vendrell
Cast Maria João Bastos · Soraia Chaves · Victória Guerra · Fernando Luís
Synopsis Três Mulheres (TV Series) (2018) delves into the compelling narratives of Natália Correia, Snu Abecassis, and Vera Lagoa, three pivotal figures who significantly influenced the cultural upheaval that ultimately led to the downfall of Portugal's long-standing dictatorship. The series explores...
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Direction Rui Pedro Sousa
Cast Rafael Paes · Lucas Dutra · Manuel Nabais · Diogo Fernandes
Synopsis Blood'less' Revolution (2024) unfolds in the year 1974, focusing on a pivotal moment in history known as the Bloodless Revolution of Portugal. The narrative delves into the lives of a group of individuals who, despite the non-violent nature of the...
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Direction Patrícia Sequeira
Cast Madalena Almeida · João Jesus · Maria João Pinho · Catarina Rebelo
Synopsis Praxx (TV Series) (2022) delves into the chilling aftermath of a tragic event where six young university students meet their untimely end by drowning under mysterious conditions. The series investigates the darker side of year-round university pranks, a longstanding tradition...
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Direction Carlos Conceição
Cast João Arrais · Julia Palha · Matthieu Charneau · Carla Maciel
Synopsis Coelho Mau (S) (2017) follows the tale of a rebellious young man who seeks retribution against his mother's new partner. The narrative intertwines elements of beauty and horror, as the protagonist's actions blur the lines between innocence and cruelty. Young...
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Direction Iva Areias · João Carvalho · Rafael Cruz · Gonçalo Mourão
Cast Margarida Vila-Nova · Ricardo Pereira · Joana Santos · José Fidalgo
Synopsis Mar Salgado (TV Series) (2014) follows the journey of a mother who, after giving birth to twins and believing they had perished, discovers the truth 16 years later. Driven by a newfound determination, she embarks on a quest to locate...
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Direction Gonçalo Galvão Teles · Jorge Paixão da Costa
Cast João Arrais · Miguel Borges · Isac Graça · Raimundo Cosme
Synopsis Soldado Milhões (TV Miniseries) (2018) is a gripping two-part television miniseries that delves into the life of a soldier who returns home after a long period of service. The narrative explores the challenges he faces as he reintegrates into civilian...
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