Mario Zaragoza

Mario Zaragoza

65 · Born: Feb 5, 1960

2009

Personal Details

BornFeb 5, 1960 Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico.

Biography

Mario Zaragoza, a stalwart and prolific character actor within the esteemed Mexican film industry, has been steadily and consistently contributing to the world of cinema and television since 1998. His impressive body of work is a testament to his versatility and dedication to his craft, as he has appeared in a diverse array of Mexican films and television programs over the years.

Among his most notable roles is his memorable extended cameo as a corrupt police officer who meets a particularly gruesome end at the hands of the formidable Denzel Washington in the critically acclaimed film "Man on Fire" (2004). This pivotal performance not only showcased Zaragoza's range as an actor but also cemented his status as a talented and respected character actor within the industry.

In more recent years, Zaragoza has continued to impress audiences with his nuanced and compelling portrayals of complex characters. One such notable role is his portrayal of another corrupt police officer who, in a surprising turn of events, finds himself on the receiving end of a brutal and intense torture sequence in the action-packed film "Get the Gringo" (2012).

Career

2023
Journey
Journey as Old Man
2022
As Good as Dead
As Good as Dead as Cesar Valdez
2018
2014
Alice in Marialand
Alice in Marialand as Doctor Conejo
2013
2xUno
2xUno as Don Alejo
Tlatelolco, Verano de 68
Tlatelolco, Verano de 68 as Compañero Nazar (Agente 2)
Potosí
Potosí as Luis
Cinco de Mayo, La Batalla
Cinco de Mayo, La Batalla as Juan Nepomuceno Almonte
2012
I Hate Love
I Hate Love as Chofer Taxi D.F.
Suave patria
Suave patria as Gustavo Solis
2011
Días de gracia
Días de gracia as Melquiades
Ladies Mafia
Ladies Mafia as Comandante Torres
2008
2007
The Zone
The Zone as Comandante Rigoberto
2004
Man on Fire
Man on Fire as Jorge Gonzalez
1999