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Jaime Fernández

Director & actor · born 6 December 1927 · Monterrey, Nuevo Leon, Mexico

Nicolás Jaime Fernández Reyes (December 6, 1933), better known simply as Jaime Fernández, was a Mexican actor and union leader.

Over his career, he won 3 Silver Ariel awards — the Mexican equivalent of the Oscar — including one for what is arguably his best-known role, playing Friday, the protagonist's associate in Luis Buñuel's Robinson Crusoe. He appeared in over 200 films and served as the general secretary of the National Association of Actors (ANDA) for 11 years.

Where to start: Huevos a la mexicana (2018).

As director 12

As actor 161

TV shows 1

Frequently asked questions

What is the best Jaime Fernández movie?

By viewer score, Huevos a la mexicana (2018) at 7.5/10.

What are Jaime Fernández’s most popular movies?

A Bullet for the General, Guns for San Sebastian, Robinson Crusoe.

How many movies has Jaime Fernández made?

173 films on TMDB, 12 as director, 161 as actor.

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