Orestes Caviglia - Actor Profile

Orestes Caviglia

Acting
Updated: May 12, 2026
28Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Nov 9, 1893

Orestes Caviglia Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Orestes Caviglia reflects exceptional commercial consistency. Across 28 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 86% of Orestes Caviglia'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 Huella, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Orestes Caviglia Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Orestes Caviglia's career based on audience ratings.

★10.0
Huella (1940) movie poster
★10.0

Huella: In 1840, a caravan of carts headed from Buenos Aires to Córdoba carrying merchandise, ammunition and prisoners, against

Huella

1940•Drama
★10.0
Una vez en la vida (1941) movie poster
★10.0

Una vez en la vida: A woman helps a man escape from the police and ends up falling in love with him.

Una vez en la vida

1941•Drama
★10.0
El octavo infierno, cárcel de mujeres (1964) movie poster
★10.0

El octavo infierno, cárcel de mujeres: A woman tries to prove his son's innocence, a taxi driver who is accused of murder.

El octavo infierno, cárcel de mujeres

1964•Drama
★10.0
Cadetes de San Martín (1937) movie poster
★10.0

Cadetes de San Martín: A rural businessman is robbed by a corrupt partner and his cadet son and good student aspires to run the business.

Cadetes de San Martín

1937•Drama
★9.5
Palermo (1937) movie poster
★9.5

Palermo: A criminal tries to scam a horse racing fan using a seductive woman.

Palermo

1937•Drama

Full Filmography

Every movie Orestes Caviglia has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1964 El octavo infierno, cárcel de mujeres Juez Super Hit Similar →
1963 Paula Cautiva Florencio Peña Hit Similar →
1963 La Pampa Gringa - Super Hit Similar →
1958 The Boss Sr. Soto Average Similar →
1950 El cielo en las manos - Super Hit Similar →
1949 Nace la libertad - Super Hit Similar →
1949 De padre desconocido Fiscal García Hit Similar →
1948 Tierra del Fuego - Flop Similar →
1948 Pelota de trapo Profesor Guillen Hit Similar →
1947 Nunca te diré adiós - Super Hit Similar →
1946 Albergue de mujeres - Super Hit Similar →
1946 Rosa de América - Hit Similar →
1945 La cabalgata del circo - Hit Similar →
1944 Su mejor alumno Bartolomé Mitre Super Hit Similar →
1943 Casa de muñecas Dr. Rank Hit Similar →
1942 Malambo El emponchado Average Similar →
1942 En el viejo Buenos Aires - Average Similar →
1942 La maestrita de los obreros Perotti padre Super Hit Similar →
1941 Una vez en la vida - Super Hit Similar →
1940 Appointment at the Border - Hit Similar →
1940 Huella - Super Hit Similar →
1937 North Wind - Hit Similar →
1937 El pobre Pérez - Hit Similar →
1937 Palermo - Super Hit Similar →
1937 Melgarejo - Hit Similar →
1937 Cadetes de San Martín - Super Hit Similar →
1937 Una porteña optimista - Hit Similar →
1936 Tararira (la bohemia de hoy) - Hit Similar →

Orestes Caviglia - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Orestes Caviglia?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Orestes Caviglia is "Huella" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Orestes Caviglia acted in?

Orestes Caviglia has been featured in at least 28 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Orestes Caviglia?

Other notable films include "Una vez en la vida", "El octavo infierno, cárcel de mujeres", and "Cadetes de San Martín".

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