Pedro Larrañaga was a Spanish actor and producer who is best known for La aldea maldita, El conde de Maravillas, and Águilas de acero o los misterios de Tánger.
Personal and Family Life
Pedro Larrañaga was born on April 27, 1887, in Aviles, Asturies, Spain. He married María Fernanda Ladrón de Guevara, and they had one child, Carlos Larrañaga. He was also the grandfather of several grandchildren, including Paula, Kako, Amparo, Pedro, and Luis Merlo. Additionally, he had connections to the acting world through his family, being the former father-in-law to actresses María Luisa Merlo, Ana Diosdado, and María Teresa Ortiz-Bau.
Death and Legacy
Pedro Larrañaga passed away on November 23, 1944, in Seville, Spain due to angina pectoris. His contributions to Spanish cinema have left a lasting impression, particularly with his notable works from the early 20th century. The legacy of his family continues through his descendants, including actors and actresses who carry on his artistic heritage.
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1943 | Rosas de otoño | Ramón |
| 1939 | No quiero, no quiero | Raimundo |
| 1934 | Hatred | Gondar |
| 1930 | La aldea maldita | Juan de Castilla |
| 1930 | Zalacaín el aventurero | Unknown |
| 1929 | Flucht in die Fremdenlegion | Offizier der Legion |
| 1928 | Rosa de Madrid | Unknown |
| 1927 | Águilas de acero o los misterios de Tánger | Unknown |
| 1927 | Sortilegio | Unknown |
| 1927 | El pilluelo de Madrid | Unknown |
| 1927 | El conde de Maravillas | Unknown |