Joey D. Vieira
ActingAbout Joey D. Vieira
Joseph Douglas Vieira, known as Joey D. Vieira (born April 8, 1944), is an American film and television actor. He began as a child actor using the professional name Donald Keeler playing chubby, beanie-wearing farm boy, Sylvester "Porky" Brockway in the first several seasons (1954–57) of TV's Lassie (retitled Jeff's Collie in syndicated reruns and on DVD). Vieira borrowed the professional surname from his aunt, Ruby Keeler, star of numerous Warner Bros. musicals in the 1930s. Other early TV appearances include The Pride of the Family, The Many Loves of Dobie Gillis, Shirley Temple's Storybook, and My Three Sons. Film appearances include The Private War of Major Benson (1955) with Charlton Heston and The Patriot (2000) with Mel Gibson in which he played as Peter Howard. Vieira has also written, produced and directed.
Joey D. Vieira Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Joey D. Vieira reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 8 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Joey D. Vieira's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 50% of Joey D. Vieira'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 Farticus, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Joey D. Vieira Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Joey D. Vieira's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Joey D. Vieira has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Dwegons and Leprechauns | Davargan / Yabo Potato / Sweetfang / Clyde | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | The Patriot | Peter Howard | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Free Enterprise | Hal Pittman | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | Farticus | Dionysus | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Red Heat | Man at Phone Booth | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | Ferris Bueller's Day Off | Pizza Man | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | Bob & Carol & Ted & Alice | Dishwasher (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Private War of Major Benson | Cadet Cpl. Scawalski (as Donald Keeler) | Hit | Similar → |
Joey D. Vieira - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Joey D. Vieira?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Joey D. Vieira is "Farticus" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Joey D. Vieira acted in?
Joey D. Vieira has been featured in at least 8 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Joey D. Vieira?
Other notable films include "Ferris Bueller's Day Off", "The Patriot", and "The Private War of Major Benson".