José Torres
Biography
José Torres was born on 4 June 1925 in Tocuyito, Venezuela. He is a male Venezuelan actor whose career spans television, film and dubbing, with a record of 61 credited performances. Torres is remembered for portraying Tacupay in the series Ka Ina and is described as an icon of the spaghetti‑Western genre, having worked on set alongside Orson Welles, Terence Hill, Paco Rabal, Steve Reeves and Lee Van Cleef. Czech film references note that he achieved recognition through movies such as Velká přestřelka, Faccia a faccia and Muž proti muži. His professional profile is listed in international databases including The Movie Database, ČSFD and Kinobox.
Career overview
José Torres was born on 4 June 1925 in Tocuyito, Venezuela. He built a career as a leading actor in Venezuelan television, film and dubbing, accumulating more than sixty credited performances. Torres is especially remembered for his role as Tacupay in the television series Ka Ina, a part that has become a notable reference point in his body of work. His filmography includes titles that brought him particular recognition in the Czech market, such as Velká přestřelka, Faccia a faccia and Muž proti muži, indicating a presence in productions that reached international audiences.
In addition to his domestic achievements, Torres is described as an icon of the spaghetti‑Western genre. Within that context he worked alongside several prominent figures of mid‑century cinema, sharing sets with Orson Welles, Terence Hill, Paco Rabal, Steve Reeves and Lee Van Cleef. These collaborations underscore his involvement in genre films that featured notable international talent. Throughout his career, Torres maintained a steady output, reflected in the sixty‑one acting credits listed in major film databases, confirming his long‑standing contribution to both Venezuelan and broader cinematic landscapes.
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Full Filmography
61 titles- El pez que fuma (2026)
- Big Boss (2023) as Groomer #4
- Interferencia (2019)
- Children of the Salt (2017) as Evaristo / father
- Zamora, tierra y hombres libres (2010)
- Miranda Regresa (2007) as Remigio
- Florentino y el diablo (2000) as El diablo
- Pandemonium, the Hell's Capital City (1997)
- Ka Ina (1995) as Tacupay
- A la salida nos vemos (1986)
- Exposed (1983) as Guest at Party
- Fürchte dich nicht, Jakob! (1982) as Hirte
- El regreso de Sabina (1980) as Comisario
- Compañero de viaje (1979) as José Rafael
- Trampa inocente (1978)
- Se llamaba SN (1977)
- Emmanuelle on Taboo Island (1976)
- The Human Tornado (1976) Stunts
- Black Power (1975) as El Teque
- Court Martial (1974) as Federal Agent (uncredited)
- Shoot Joe, and Shoot Again (1972) as Jack, Gang Leader
- Death Is Sweet From the Soldier Of God (1972) as Holy Ghost / Spirito Santo
- Return of the Holy Ghost (1972) as Jim Charlie, Banker
- Maidstone (1971)
- And His Name Was Holy Ghost (1971) as Steve
- Durango Is Coming, Pay or Die (1971) as El Tuerto
- Django Challenges Sartana (1970) as Mute
- The Tigers of Mompracem (1970) as Tremal Naik
- Io e Dio (1970) as Don Paolo
- Tepepa (1969) as Pedro Pereira a.k.a. Piojo
- I Am Sartana Your Angel of Death (1969) as Shadow
- The 5-Man Army (1969) as Mexican Spy
- Django, Prepare a Coffin (1968) as Garcia
- Run, Man, Run (1968) as Ramirez
- Go For Broke (1968) as Copper Face
- Beyond the Law (1968) as Jose Dulce
- Bloody Che Contra (1968) as Ruiz
- Wild 90 (1968) as Kid Cha Cha
- Death Rides a Horse (1967) as Pedro
- Face to Face (1967) as Aaron Chase
- Any Gun Can Play (1967) as Bahunda
- Poker with Pistols (1967) as Lazar
- Seven Golden Men Strike Again (1966) as Ufficiale rivoluzionario
- Degueyo (1966) as Logan
- Ramon the Mexican (1966) as Lucas
- Why Go On Killing? (1965) as Lopez Henchman
- Gold Train (1965) as El Diablo
- María del Llano (1965)
- L'uomo mascherato contro il corsaro nero (1964) as Raven
- Two Gangsters in the Wild West (1964) as Pablito
- The Masked Man Against the Pirates (1964) as Josh, The Raven
- I Am Semiramis (1963) as Pharaoh's Messenger
- Taur the Mighty (1963) as El Khad
- Rome, 1585 (1961)
- Margarita se llama mi amor (1961)
- Igualito a su papá (1957)
- Pantano en el cielo (1957)
- The Beautiful Otero (1954) as Pablo
- The Devil Who Limped (1948) as Don Juan d'Azcona
- Un viaje de novios (1948)
- Premier bal (1941)
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What movies or TV shows is José Torres best known for?
José Torres is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Ka Ina (1995), Exposed (1983), The Human Tornado (1976), Django Challenges Sartana (1970).
When and where was José Torres born?
José Torres was born on June 4, 1925 in Tocuyito, Venezuela.
How many credits does José Torres have?
José Torres has accumulated over 61 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1941 to 2026.
What is José Torres's background in cinema and television?
José Torres was born on 4 June 1925 in Tocuyito, Venezuela. He is a male Venezuelan actor whose career spans television, film and dubbing, with a record of 61 credited performances. Torres is remembered for portraying Tacupay in the series Ka Ina and is described as an icon of the spaghetti‑Western genre, having worked...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Bloody Che Contra (1968) as Ruiz — aged about 43
- Ka Ina (1995) as Tacupay — aged about 70
- Death Rides a Horse (1967) as Pedro — aged about 42
- Face to Face (1967) as Aaron Chase — aged about 42
- The 5-Man Army (1969) as Mexican Spy — aged about 44
- Tepepa (1969) as Pedro Pereira a.k.a. Piojo — aged about 44
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