Maribel Verdú

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Characters played by Maribel Verdú

Mercedes — Pan's Labyrinth (2006)

Mercedes is Capitán Vidal’s housekeeper and a secret supporter of Pedro and the Maquis. She helps them obtain supplies, protects Ofelia, escapes Vidal’s interrogation by slashing his face, and later joins the group that confronts him. She receives Vidal’s baby after his death and comforts Ofelia in the labyrinth.

Nora Allen — The Flash (2023)

The Flash's mother, murdered when Barry was young

Luisa Cortés — Y Tu Mamá También (2001)

A Spanish woman married to Tenoch's cousin. She joins the teenagers on their journey after learning of her husband's infidelity. Outgoing yet frequently overwhelmed by grief, she knows she has cancer and eventually dies one month after the trip.

Rocío — Belle Époque (1992)

Rocío is one of Manolo's daughters and a social climber preparing to marry Juanito. She values the security offered by marriage into the village's richest family, whose political sympathies are Carlist. Although she briefly succumbs to Fernando's charm, her social ambitions prevent their relationship from lasting.

Marta — Death's Roulette (2023)

Marta is one of the abducted captives and is reunited with her daughter, Lupe, after waking in the isolated enclosure. She takes part in the group’s arguments over guilt and sacrifice, later joins Esteban in trying to persuade Teresa, and remains involved when the survivors return to help Esteban.

Claudia (La amante, 52 kilos) — Golden Balls (1993)

Benito's lover, who grows bitter about his absences and his practice of sending flowers instead of spending time with her. Although he tells her he loves her, his explanations fail to repair their relationship. Her anger illustrates the personal cost of Benito's pursuit of wealth and success.

Lucia — Raymond & Ray (2022)

Lucia is Harris's nurse and lover, who cared for him near the end of his life. She gives Raymond and Ray belongings left by Harris, reveals that Simon is also their brother, and supports Raymond after his breakdown at the grave. She later becomes intimate with Raymond and offers him temporary companionship.

Miranda — Tetro (2009)

Miranda is a psychiatrist who met Tetro while he was institutionalized and is now his welcoming partner. She helps Bennie after his accident, secretly gives him Tetro's play, and tries to manage the brothers' escalating conflict. Her loyalty to Tetro is tested when Bennie uncovers the family's hidden history.

Estela — The Mudboy (2007)

Mateo's mother. She worries about his disturbing visions, tries to protect him from police pressure, and urges authorities to take his claims seriously. She also accuses Octavio of helping conceal the crimes and rejects his expensive ring.

Inés — Chrysalis (2011)

Inés is one of the film’s three central women, portrayed in a story that follows women living in different eras. She is part of the film’s shared focus on trying to build a future, though the supplied synopsis does not specify her individual actions or relationships.

Maribel — The End (2012)

Félix's ex-girlfriend who joins the reunion. She survives alongside the remaining group and ultimately sacrifices herself to a circus lion at the marina to save a young girl. Ángel's final sketches foretell her fate, marking her as a pivotal character until the climax.

Carmen — The Goya Murders (2019)

Carmen is a detective leading the investigation into the murders. She works with Eva to examine the poisoned victims, the Goya prints, and the hidden art market, and she asks Adrián to help identify a bearded suspect in exchange for an exclusive story. She remains central as the case develops.

Career Overview

Maribel Verdú has 95 screen credits in a career dating back to 1985. Their work is anchored in the DCEU universe with 1 titles. Signature works include Pan's Labyrinth, The Flash, Y Tu Mamá También. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

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Gender
female
Known Credits
95
Birth Date
1970-10-02
Birth Place
Madrid, Spain

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q235391), public domain (CC0).