Cast: João Arrais

Top movies, series, and documentaries starring João Arrais. Uncover the most acclaimed works, loved by fans and praised by critics.


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

Mysteries of Lisbon

2010 · Movie · 266 min. · Portugal

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

Glória (TV Series)

2021 · Series · 40 min. · Portugal

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

Ordem Moral

2020 · Movie · 101 min. · Portugal

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

The Domain

2019 · Movie · 166 min. · Portugal

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

Tommy Guns

2022 · Movie · 120 min. · Portugal

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

Serpentário

2019 · Movie · 83 min. · Angola

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

Auga Seca (TV Series)

2020 · Series · 50 min. · Spain

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

Name Above Title

2020 · Movie · 61 min. · Portugal

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

The Lines of Wellington

2012 · Movie · 151 min. · Portugal

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

Hero on the Front

2018 · Movie · 85 min. · Portugal

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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Versailles (S)

2013 · Movie · 21 min. · Portugal

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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Blood'less' Revolution

2024 · Movie · 103 min. · Portugal

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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Praxx (TV Series)

2022 · Series · 40 min. · Portugal

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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Coelho Mau (S)

2017 · Movie · 33 min. · France

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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Mar Salgado (TV Series)

2014 · Series · 45 min. · Portugal

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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