João Fontenele
Biography
João Fontenele was born on March 23, 1992, in Brazil. He is an actor and writer, known for his work on Peixe Morto (2025), Raposa (2024), and Se Arrependimento Matasse (2019).
Known For & Full Filmography13 Titles
Drama Series - 2026, 16 episodes • as Sebastião Sobrinho (Bastião)
An outstanding performance featuring brilliant storytelling, high stakes drama, and unforgettable character arcs.
Movie - 2023, 2h 15m • Main Cast Role
Couple sees the sale of takeout as an option to help with costs. But they realize it’s not enough. So, despite their good relationship, the two start looking for secret “extra earnings”.
Drama Series - 2025, 16 episodes • as Arigó
The story of two country folk, Josué and Rosa, and how they meet to become one of the most famous cangaceiro couples of all time.
Movie - 2022, 2h 15m • as Jonas
Pilar, a young hotel maid, has her path crossed by Shin, a middle-aged South Korean guest. The plans of both go wrong and, despite everything that separates them, they end up getting closer and establishing a relationship of solidarity.
Movie - 2020, 2h 15m • Main Cast Role
Please do not enter with clothes on.
Movie - 2025, 2h 15m • Main Cast Role
Another year ends and another begins. Between the obvious and the unusual, New Year's Eve celebrations inspire dreams and break rules.
Movie - 2025, 2h 15m • as Augusto
On a dirt road, two truck driver friends face a mechanical problem and are unexpectedly helped by a woman who lives nearby. She points them to a repair shop, takes them to her home, and their time together unfolds in a mysterious way.
Movie - 2019, 2h 15m • as Renan (traficante)
An outstanding performance featuring brilliant storytelling, high stakes drama, and unforgettable character arcs.
Drama Series - 2022, 16 episodes • as Repórter 2
An outstanding performance featuring brilliant storytelling, high stakes drama, and unforgettable character arcs.
Movie - 2025, 2h 15m • as Leonardo
Marília, a witty journalist who discovers an aggressive lymphoma, finds her life intertwined with that of Lucimar, a compassionate and resilient nurse. Based on true events.
Movie - 2024, 2h 15m • as Lelé
In a small house in the countryside of Ceará, lives Raposa, a woman with a peculiar manner who attracts the attention of Lelé, a handyman who works next door. Their relationship changes when strange sounds come from Raposa's house.
Movie - 2021, 2h 15m • as Professor Marciel
Leader of the student union, Saulo is the target of racist curses inside the classroom. When he retaliates, he is called to the principal's office, but refuses to suffer the consequences of the attack alone, since the aggressor is not responsible for his speech. Inspired by readings about the Black Panthers, the boy decides to stay in school until justice is done. Meanwhile, he exposes the neglect of the establishment's structure with his cell phone. Gradually, colleagues, teachers, directors and even politicians get involved in the conflict that is highlighted in the media.
Movie - 2018, 2h 15m • as Zezé
An outstanding performance featuring brilliant storytelling, high stakes drama, and unforgettable character arcs.