Cast: Adriano Luz

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


Mysteries of Lisbon (TV Miniseries)

2010 · Series · 360 min. · Portugal

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

Direction Miguel Gomes

Cast Crista Alfaiate · João Pedro Bénard · Isabel Muñoz Cardoso · Margarida Carpinteiro

Synopsis Arabian Nights: Volume 2 - The Desolate One (2015) follows the journey of a fugitive, pursued by law enforcement, who unexpectedly rises to the status of a local legend in the second part of this dreamlike saga set against the...

7.0

465 votes

7.0

465 votes

Rage

2018 · Movie · 85 min. · Portugal

Direction Sergio Trefaut

Cast Hugo Bentes · Isabel Ruth · Leonor Silveira · Caio Cesar

Synopsis Rage (2018) is a compelling visual narrative set in the 1950s, focusing on the harsh realities of hunger, despair, and exploitation in southern Portugal. The film delves into the escalating anger and resilience that emerge among the people as they...

6.9

75 votes

6.9

75 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

Direction Miguel Gomes

Cast Miguel Gomes · Carloto Cotta · Adriano Luz · Rogério Samora

Synopsis Arabian Nights: Volume 1 - The Restless One (2015) is a unique fusion of documentary and fantasy that draws inspiration from the classic Arabian Nights framework to delve into the lives of everyday individuals in austerity-hit, modern-day Portugal. The narrative...

6.7

711 votes

6.7

711 votes

The Murmuring Coast

2004 · Movie · 120 min. · Portugal

Direction Margarida Cardoso

Cast Beatriz Batarda · Filipe Duarte · Monica Calle · Adriano Luz

Synopsis The Murmuring Coast (2004) unfolds in the late 1960s as Evita journeys to Mozambique, a nation ravaged by the colonial conflict with Portugal. She is set to wed Luís, who is currently serving in the military. When Luís departs for...

6.5

36 votes

6.5

36 votes

Night Train to Lisbon

2013 · Movie · 110 min. · Switzerland

Direction Bille August

Cast Jeremy Irons · Jack Huston · Christopher Lee · Mélanie Laurent

Synopsis Night Train to Lisbon (2013) follows the journey of a seasoned Swiss academic specializing in classical languages. His life takes an unexpected turn when he crosses paths with a Portuguese woman, leading him to abruptly resign from his position and...

5.8

2K votes

5.8

2K 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

Black Shoes

1998 · Movie · 97 min. · Portugal

Direction João Canijo

Cast Ana Bustorff · Vítor Norte · João Reis · Teresa Madruga

Synopsis Black Shoes (1998) unfolds in the contemporary Alentejo region, weaving a tale of passion and tragedy inspired by an actual criminal incident. The narrative delves into the complexities of human emotions, exploring the intertwined themes of love and mortality through...

5.3

34 votes

5.3

34 votes

Blood Curse

2006 · Movie · 97 min. · Portugal

Direction Tiago Guedes · Frederico Serra

Cast Adriano Luz · Manuela Couto · José Afonso Pimentel · João Santos

Synopsis Blood Curse (2006) follows Dr. Monteiro as he takes possession of an ancient house bequeathed to him by his grand-uncle, prompting a relocation from the urban comforts to a quaint Portuguese countryside. The family soon encounters peculiar and unsettling events...

5.2

289 votes

5.2

289 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

Noise

2008 · Movie · 100 min. · Portugal

Direction Tiago Guedes · Frederico Serra

Cast Fernanda Lapa · Filipe Duarte · Gonçalo Waddington · Isabel Abreu

Synopsis Noise (2008) follows the life of Paulo, who faces unemployment after reporting a structural collapse at his construction site to the authorities. His marriage begins to crumble under the strain of his job loss and the ensuing financial difficulties. Meanwhile,...

3.9

38 votes

3.9

38 votes

Cuba Libre (TV Series)

2022 · Series · 44 min. · Portugal

Direction Henrique Oliveira

Cast Beatriz Godinho · Margarida Marinho · Adriano Luz · Lia Gama

Synopsis Cuba Libre (TV Series) (2022) follows the tumultuous journey of an extraordinary woman as she navigates the complexities of her life in pursuit of liberty and self-discovery.

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Traffic

1998 · Movie · 112 min. · Portugal

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Direction Joaquim Leitão

Cast Gonçalo Waddington · Cândido Ferreira · Leonor Seixas · Paulo Pires

Synopsis Até Amanhã, Camaradas (TV Miniseries) (2005) delves into the clandestine existence and challenges faced by communist party activists during Portugal's 'Estado Novo' era. The miniseries offers a gripping portrayal of the political and social climate, highlighting the resilience and determination...

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Quarta Divisão

2013 · Movie · 116 min. · Portugal

Direction Joaquim Leitão

Cast Carla Chambel · Sabri Lucas · Cristina Câmara · Paulo Pires

Synopsis Quarta Divisão (2013) follows the urgent search for Martim, a young boy who has gone missing. The narrative delves into the mystery surrounding his disappearance, exploring the reasons behind his departure from home and the efforts to locate him.

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O Lobo Solitário (S)

2021 · Movie · 23 min. · Portugal

Direction Filipe Melo

Cast Adriano Luz · Maria João Pinho · Miguel Faustino · Luís Araújo

Synopsis O Lobo Solitário (S) (2021) begins with a late-night radio show on Viva FM, where host Vitor Lobo receives an unexpected call from an old acquaintance.

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Get a Life

2001 · Movie · 115 min. · Portugal

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