John Herbert - Actor Profile

John Herbert

Acting
Updated: May 11, 2026
50Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: May 17, 1929
Birth Place: São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil

About John Herbert

John Herbert Buckup (São Paulo, May 17, 1929 – São Paulo, January 26, 2011) was a Brazilian actor, director and producer. In some works, he was credited as Johnny Herbert. He was married to the actress Eva Wilma, from 1955 to 1976, and both are parents to the actress, Vivian Buckup, born in 1956 and John Herbert Junior (Johnnie) born in 1958. With Eva Wilma, he had great success on Brazilian television in the 1950s and 60s, with the series Alô Doçura.

John Herbert Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of John Herbert reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of John Herbert's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 56% of John Herbert'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 E o Espetáculo Continua, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best John Herbert Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from John Herbert's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie John Herbert has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1998 A Hora Mágica Jorge Average Similar →
1991 Forever Médico Flop Similar →
1987 The Girl Next Door - Average Similar →
1986 The Seven Vampires Rogério Flop Similar →
1985 The Good Times Are Here: Let It All Hang Out Fernando Average Similar →
1983 The Adventures of Mario Fofoca - Super Hit Similar →
1982 Retrato Falado de Uma Mulher Sem Pudor Johnny Gravatinha Flop Similar →
1980 Bacanal - Flop Similar →
1980 The Torturer - Flop Similar →
1980 Ariella Diogo Flop Similar →
1979 O Caçador de Esmeraldas Armeiro Super Hit Similar →
1978 Meus Homens, Meus Amores - Super Hit Similar →
1978 Cocky - Flop Similar →
1978 A Santa Donzela - Flop Similar →
1976 Já Não Se Faz Amor Como Antigamente Macedo Flop Similar →
1976 O Gesto, a Festa, a Mensagem - Dois Mil Anos de Teatro Howard - A Morte do Caixeiro Viajante, de Arthur Miller Super Hit Similar →
1975 O Sexo Mora ao Lado - Super Hit Similar →
1975 Assim Era a Atlântida - Super Hit Similar →
1975 Cada um Dá o Que Tem Otávio Flop Similar →
1974 The Delights of Life Esteves Hit Similar →
1973 A Super Fêmea Leão Maia Flop Similar →
1971 O Capitão Bandeira Contra o Dr. Moura Brasil Sócio da firma Super Hit Similar →
1970 The Palace of Angels Carlos Eduardo Average Similar →
1970 Em Cada Coração um Punhal - Super Hit Similar →
1970 A Arte de Amar Bem Iseu Hit Similar →
1969 Corisco, o Diabo Loiro Bem-Te-Viu Super Hit Similar →
1969 O Cangaceiro Sanguinário Cisso Flop Similar →
1967 Bebel, Garota Propaganda Marcos Hit Similar →
1967 Case of the Naves Brothers Dr. Alamy Super Hit Similar →
1966 As Cariocas Cid Average Similar →
1966 Toda Donzela Tem Um Pai Que é Uma Fera - Average Similar →
1964 Der Satan mit den roten Haaren - Super Hit Similar →
1963 Gimba, Presidente dos Valentes - Super Hit Similar →
1963 Tödlicher Karneval Inspector Britto Super Hit Similar →
1962 Copacabana Palace - Flop Similar →
1962 Assassinato em Copacabana - Super Hit Similar →
1961 Por Um Céu de Liberdade - Hit Similar →
1960 Girl In Room 13 Capitão Policial Average Similar →
1959 E o Espetáculo Continua - Super Hit Similar →
1959 Maria 38 Chico Super Hit Similar →
1958 A Grande Vedete Paulo Average Similar →
1958 Joy of Living Gilberto Average Similar →
1957 Dioguinho - Super Hit Similar →
1956 Rio Fantasia Carlos Super Hit Similar →
1954 A Outra Face do Homem - Super Hit Similar →
1954 Floradas na Serra Flávio Abreu Super Hit Similar →
1954 O Petróleo é Nosso - Super Hit Similar →
1954 Matar ou Correr Bill Hit Similar →
1954 Candinho Quincas Hit Similar →
1953 Uma Pulga na Balança Alberto Motta Freixoso Super Hit Similar →

John Herbert - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of John Herbert?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring John Herbert is "E o Espetáculo Continua" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has John Herbert acted in?

John Herbert has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by John Herbert?

Other notable films include "Der Satan mit den roten Haaren", "Meus Homens, Meus Amores", and "O Capitão Bandeira Contra o Dr. Moura Brasil".

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