Roberto Cobo - Actor Profile

Roberto Cobo

Acting
Updated: May 09, 2026
50Total Films
8.3 Highest Rated
Born: Feb 20, 1930
Birth Place: General Zuazua, Nuevo Leon, Mexico

About Roberto Cobo

Roberto Cobo was born on February 20, 1930 in General Zuazua, Nuevo Leon, Mexico as Roberto Garcia Romero. He was an actor, known for Los olvidados (1950), Dulces compañías (1996) and Subida al cielo (1952). His apartment collapsed during the 1985 Mexico City earthquake. Fortunately, he was rescued but his hip was damaged badly. He had to use a staff to walk after the earthquake. He died on August 2, 2002 in Mexico City, Distrito Federal, Mexico.

Roberto Cobo Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Roberto Cobo reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 28% of Roberto Cobo'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 The King of the Neighborhood, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Roberto Cobo Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Roberto Cobo's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Roberto Cobo has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2018 The Image Book (archive footage) Average Similar →
2002 A Beautiful Secret Melquíades Average Similar →
2002 Una luz en la calle - Average Similar →
2001 Caiman's Dream Tomasito Hit Similar →
2000 Speaking of Buñuel Self Average Similar →
1997 El agujero - Average Similar →
1997 A Mexican Buñuel Self Average Similar →
1996 Dulces Compañías - Average Similar →
1994 La Güera Chabela - Average Similar →
1991 Cabeza de Vaca Lozoya Hit Similar →
1991 Contigo en la distancia - Super Hit Similar →
1991 Amsterdam Boulevard Padre de Gaby Average Similar →
1989 Pancho cachuchas - Average Similar →
1988 Los hermanos Machorro - Average Similar →
1985 Violent Stories Manolo Average Similar →
1985 Dulce espiritu - Average Similar →
1984 El Mil Usos II - Average Similar →
1984 Knock Out Sultan Hit Similar →
1984 The Glories of the Great Púas - Average Similar →
1981 D.F./Distrito Federal - Average Similar →
1981 Angel del barrio Chinche Hit Similar →
1981 La leyenda de Rodrígo - Hit Similar →
1981 Long live Tepito! El Mandril Average Similar →
1979 Life Sentence Gallito Hit Similar →
1978 Pedro Páramo, el hombre de la Media Luna 'El Saltaperico' Average Similar →
1978 The Place Without Limits La Manuela Hit Similar →
1971 El águila descalza El Apostol, paciente Manicomio Average Similar →
1965 Black Wind Ingeniero Carlos Jiménez Super Hit Similar →
1963 House of the Frights Alberto Average Similar →
1962 Jóvenes y bellas - Average Similar →
1961 Se alquila marido Lic. Silva Average Similar →
1953 Pompeyo el conquistador - Average Similar →
1952 Mexican Bus Ride Juan Hit Similar →
1951 Mujeres de teatro - Average Similar →
1951 Los enredos de una gallega - Average Similar →
1951 Vuelva el sábado - Average Similar →
1951 Una gringuita en México Gabucho Average Similar →
1950 Nosotras, las taquígrafas Novio de Gloria Average Similar →
1950 The Young and the Damned Jaibo Super Hit Similar →
1950 Caribbean Rhythms - Average Similar →
1950 El pecado de ser pobre Bailarín (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1950 Donde nacen los pobres - Average Similar →
1950 Si fuera una cualquiera - Average Similar →
1950 The King of the Neighborhood Boy (uncredited) Super Hit Similar →
1949 El diablo no es tan diablo Johnny Average Similar →
1949 El ángel caído - Average Similar →
1949 Ahí viene Vidal Tenorio - Average Similar →
1947 El secreto de Juan Palomo - Hit Similar →
1947 La casa colorada - Average Similar →
1947 La niña de mis ojos - Average Similar →

Roberto Cobo - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Roberto Cobo?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Roberto Cobo is "The King of the Neighborhood" with a rating of 8.3/10.

How many movies has Roberto Cobo acted in?

Roberto Cobo has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Roberto Cobo?

Other notable films include "The Young and the Damned", "Contigo en la distancia", and "Black Wind".

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