
Robert Viharo
ActingAbout Robert Viharo
Robert Viharo (born August 14, 1942) is an American actor. He made an early appearance in 1966 as Harry in Dark Shadows. He is known for his role in Valley of the Dolls (1967) in the part of a Broadway director. He had the starring role as Zachary Kane in the action film Bare Knuckles (1977). He also played the part of Col. Ernesto Dorio in the film Romero (1989). From 1966 to 1991, he appeared in numerous television shows. In Dark Shadows in 1966, he played the part of Harry. In the same year, he was in The Fugitive. In the Gunsmoke episode "The Sodbusters" (1972), he played the part of the gunslinger Dick Shaw. In The High Chaparral episode "Alliance" (1969), he played the part of Johhny Ringo. The 1980s saw him in such shows as Hardcastle and McCormick in the "Black Widow" episode, TJ Hooker playing the part of John Simone in the "Funny Money" episode, Hill Street Blues in the "Last Chance Salon" episode, and starring as Jake Calbar in 'The Deadly Collection' episode of The New Mike Hammer. He also appeared in CHiPs. In the early 1990s, he played Caesar in Palace Guard. In the 1960s, he appeared in Valley of the Dolls (1967), Villa Rides (1968), and Stuntman (1968). Viharo starred alongside Sherry Jackson as Zachary Kane in Bare Knuckles (1977), a film about a bounty hunter. His other films included Return to Macon County (1975), I Never Promised You a Rose Garden (1977), The Evil (1978), Hide in Plain Sight (1980), Happy Birthday, Gemini (1980), and The Night Stalker (1987). One of his later roles was in Presque Isle (2007). Viharo was married to actress Jennifer West in the late 1960s; the couple had two sons, Rome Viharo and Zola Viharo. Viharo was married to actress Anne Helm in the early 1970s and divorced some time later. They had one daughter together, Serena Viharo. Helm's marriage to Viharo was her second. In 1981 he married actress and singer Jeane Manson; the marriage was short-lived. He is also the father of Will Viharo, an author. Source: Article "Robert Viharo" from Wikipedia in English, licensed under CC-BY-SA 3.0.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Robert Viharo reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 22 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Robert Viharo's filmography leans towards the Drama 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 9% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Robert Viharo remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Romero, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Robert Viharo Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Robert Viharo's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Robert Viharo.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Presque Isle | Frazier | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | Attitude | Modisco | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | Scheme C6 | Modisco | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | The Death Merchant | Jason Cardwell (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Coldfire | Getz | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | Romero | Col. Ernesto Dorio | Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | The Night Stalker | Charlie Garrett | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | Seguin | Stephen Austin | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | Evita Peron | Juan Duarte | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | Happy Birthday, Gemini | Nick Geminiani | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | Hide in Plain Sight | Jack Scolese | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | The Evil | Dwight | Average | Similar → |
| 1978 | The Kid from Not-So-Big | Sylvester Quick | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | Over-Under Sideways-Down | Roy Stennis | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | Bare Knuckles | Zachary Kane | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | I Never Promised You a Rose Garden | Anterrabae | Average | Similar → |
| 1975 | Return to Macon County | Sergeant Bob Wittaker | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | Stuntman | Johnny | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | Villa Rides | Urbina | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | Valley of the Dolls | Director | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Odds Against | John James Mitchell | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | Mission to Death | Bowman | Flop | Similar → |
Robert Viharo - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Robert Viharo?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Robert Viharo is "Romero" with a rating of 7.0/10.
How many movies has Robert Viharo acted in?
Robert Viharo has been featured in at least 22 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Robert Viharo?
Other notable films include "Return to Macon County", "Villa Rides", and "Valley of the Dolls".




