Al Debbo
ActingAbout Al Debbo
Al (Alec) Debbo (22 June 1924 – 13 July 2011) was a South African comedian, singer and actor. As one of the most famous artists of his generation he made an enormous contribution to Afrikaner music and culture
Al Debbo Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Al Debbo reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 15 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Al Debbo's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 13% of Al Debbo's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Dis Lekker om te Lewe, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Al Debbo Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Al Debbo's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Al Debbo has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1974 | Pens en Pootjies | Pote van Helsdingen | Flop | Similar → |
| 1970 | Banana Beach | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1970 | Satan's Harvest | Turk | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | Stadig Oor Die Klippe | Boetie Vlenters | Flop | Similar → |
| 1962 | Gevaarlike Spel | Det. Sgt. Louw, alias Tim Jackson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1962 | Geheim van Onderplaas | Man in Street | Flop | Similar → |
| 1961 | Boerboel De Wet | Septimus Ignacius 'Boerboel' de Wet | Flop | Similar → |
| 1960 | Keep The Shiny Side Face Up | Klaas Haasbroek | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | Fratse in die Vloot | Stoffie | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Dark Africa | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1957 | Dis Lekker om te Lewe | Stoffie | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Always In My Dreams | Ebenhaeser Els (Ben) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Everything Will Turn Out Right! | Albertus Poel | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | Hier's Ons Weer! | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | Come With Tonight! | - | Flop | Similar → |
Al Debbo - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Al Debbo?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Al Debbo is "Dis Lekker om te Lewe" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Al Debbo acted in?
Al Debbo has been featured in at least 15 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Al Debbo?
Other notable films include "Fratse in die Vloot", "Satan's Harvest", and "Come With Tonight!".