Luis Zahera

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Characters played by Luis Zahera

Sr. Howland — Boulevard (2026)

Sr. Howland is part of Luke’s family and confronts him about the guilt and damage connected to a past tragedy. This confrontation exposes the emotional pressure surrounding Luke and contributes to the decision that Luke should leave and seek treatment rather than remain in his destructive environment.

Salvador Ancares — Agent Zeta (2026)

Salvador Ancares is the only known survivor of Operation Ciénaga and is accused of commanding the massacre that killed civilians. Interrogated in Colombia, he insists the case is legally closed and mocks the investigators, but eventually reveals information about a deeply loyal intelligence operative. His testimony becomes central to Zeta and Elena’s investigation.

Ezequiel — Wrong Side of the Tracks (2022)

Ezequiel is a corrupt police officer operating in Entrevías. As the neighborhood’s criminal situation escalates, he teams up with Tirso Abantos to confront the criminals responsible for the violence and drug activity. His alliance with Tirso makes him an important partner in the effort to challenge the forces endangering the young couple.

Comisario Manuel Roig — The Courier (2024)

Comisario Manuel Roig is the authority who reveals that Iván and Yannick are under surveillance because of their links to José Luis Ocaña and Francisco Escámez. He identifies them as couriers in a criminal organization and offers them a second chance if they cooperate against the people directing the operation.

Xan — The Beasts (2022)

Inflexible neighbor and co-owner of the farm opposing the wind farm deal. Adheres to a might makes right mentality and desires the financial compensation to leave the countryside. He leads the harassment against the French couple, obstructs their travel with his vehicle, and ultimately murders Antoine in the forest, believing the developers will eventually abandon the project.

Atilano — While at War (2019)

A Protestant priest and colleague of Miguel, Atilano joins him and Salvador in early discussions about the coup. He leaves after a heated argument with Miguel, is later taken into Nationalist custody, and becomes a central reason for Miguel's attempts to seek intervention and justice.

Mateo "el Gallego" — Barren Land (2025)

Mateo "el Gallego" is a central smuggler who helps stage the yacht interception and later pressures a local boat owner to hide the vessel in a warehouse. He operates through intimidation and deception, linking the criminal network to ordinary people whose livelihoods can be threatened.

Guardia Civil — Game of Werewolves (2011)

One of the two police officers who arrive based on Rosa's tip. Initially appears to commit suicide by shooting himself in the head, but later reveals he faked it. He rescues the group from the mansion after it is overrun.

Jose Arias — Death of a Fisherman (2015)

Jose Arias is a person connected to the dead fisherman through an unusually long telephone call shortly before the death, though he claims they discussed only a missing buoy. His later testimony about the 2001 shipwreck, including his drunken conduct and steering toward the rocks, reveals his importance to the investigation.

Saúl — Crazy About Her (2021)

Saúl is Adri’s kind-hearted schizophrenic roommate in the hospital. He explains how peer evaluations affect release and asks Adri to pose as a doctor during his daughter’s visit. Distressed about losing contact with his daughter, he attempts suicide, but Adri and Carla help calm him and later support his recovery.

Lovecraft — The Valdemar Legacy (2010)

Occult enthusiast whose research hints at the mansion's cursed legacy.

Antonio — Spanish Movie (2009)

Antonio is Ramira's alcoholic, unemployed husband. During her increasingly chaotic attempt to hide Simeón's death, Ramira inadvertently kills him and then continues dealing with the consequences while declaring her love for Pedro.

Career Overview

Luis Zahera has 76 screen credits in a career dating back to 1987. Their work spans 2 cinematic universes — most prominently Zeta with 2 titles. Signature works include Boulevard, Old Dog, New Tricks, Agent Zeta. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
Acting
Gender
male
Known Credits
76
Birth Date
1966-05-23 00:00:00
Birth Place
Santiago de Compostela, A Coruña, Galicia, Spain

Known For

Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 2 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q9025419), public domain (CC0).