Walter D'Ávila
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Walter D'Ávila (Porto Alegre, November 29, 1911 – Rio de Janeiro, April 19, 1996) was a Brazilian actor and comedian. He started in theater and debuted on Rádio Sociedade Gaúcha in Porto Alegre in 1952. He went to television in 1957 on TV Rio and achieved success on the program "Praça da Alegria", commanded by Manuel de Nóbrega on TV Record as "O Sinfronio", a man who read the books changing the sound or accentuation of the words giving them other meanings usually completely wrong. Another famous character was "Seu Obturado", who could only understand the anecdotes that were told to him much later (usually at the end of the humorous frame). He worked on several comedy shows alongside Jô Soares, Renato Corte Real and Chico Anysio and made a soap opera, "Feijão Maravilha" on TV Globo. His last work was in "Escolinha do Professor Raimundo" as "Baltazar da Rocha". He was the brother of actress and comedian Ema D'Ávila.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Walter D'Ávila reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 18 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Walter D'Ávila's filmography leans towards the Comedy genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 11% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Walter D'Ávila remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Agência Lig-Pag, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Walter D'Ávila Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Walter D'Ávila's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Walter D'Ávila.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 | Professor Kranz german in Germany | Fittipaldi | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | Agência Lig-Pag | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | The Delights of Life | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | Motorista Sem Limites | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1961 | Três Colegas de Batina | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1960 | Pequeno por Fora | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | É a Maior | Evaristo | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | No Mundo da Lua | Matias / Zé | Flop | Similar → |
| 1955 | Carnival in A Major | Moreira | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | A Família Lero-Lero | Aquiles Taveira | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | João Gangorra | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | A Stolen Kiss | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Fogo na Canjica | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Drunkard | Primo Rêgo | Flop | Similar → |
| 1946 | Caídos do Céu | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | Loucos Por Música | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | Pif-Paf | Bagaceira | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Noites Cariocas | - | Flop | Similar → |
Walter D'Ávila - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Walter D'Ávila?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Walter D'Ávila is "Agência Lig-Pag" with a rating of 7.0/10.
How many movies has Walter D'Ávila acted in?
Walter D'Ávila has been featured in at least 18 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Walter D'Ávila?
Other notable films include "The Delights of Life", "A Família Lero-Lero", and "A Stolen Kiss".